Upgrade a 2 Prong Outlet With a New GFI

Remove Old 2 Prong Outlet

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• Remove the screw holding outlet cover plate.
• Remove the two small screws holding the old receptacle to the electrical outlet box. A multi-head screwdriver works great for this.
• Gently pull out the old 2 prong receptacle being careful not to crack the old wiring.
• Extend the old receptacle from the box enough to access the black and white wires attached to the old receptacle.
• Disconnect the old outlet.

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• Turn off Power
• Remove Old 2 Prong Outlet
• Confirm Space Adequacy for GFI in Outlet Box
• Connect Wires to GFI Receptacle
• Test GFI and Replace Cover Plate