Trying to install on my living room, when I opened the plate, I saw red, black, white, green on old outlet. I don't know where the red wire should go.
1625435
I agree with another answer. If you do not know what 12/3 is then you do not want to mess with it.
1625436
Most likely one of the outlets is turned on by a wall switch, hence the extra wire. If you have a switch that you can't figure out what it is for, it may be one of the power wires to that outlet (either red or black, most likely red).
1625437
The red one is controlled by a wall switch. Connect the Red to the UPPER outlet connectors and the black one to the LOWER outlet connectors. Then cut the metal band that connects the two sets of Outlet connectors together, so that they are controlled separately. After that, White goes to white, Green goes to Ground. The Upper one will now be turned on and off by the switch as always and the lower one will be constant hot.
1625438
Install it the same way the old one was installed, if there was no outlet you don't have to use the red wire you can leave it capped with a wire nut, the red will also go where the black wire goes, if there are 2 screws, in one you hook the black on the other the red, but I recommend the first choice capping the red wire.
1625439
Optional note: You can cap off the red wire with screw-on nut or electrical tape. Then, wire in the black wire by itself. Now, the entire plug runs all of the time. Your light switch will no longer work for that outlet. I've done this a few times when I've installed new overhead lighting and didn't need the wall switched outlets any longer.Note-note: If you DO use the red wire, you have to cut the metal binder tab off off the outlet. In between the two hot screw lugs, you'll see a small metal tab. The reason for this tab is to allow removal with pliers or cutters IF you are using the red wire. Optional note: You can cap off the red wire with screw-on nut or electrical tape. Then, wire in the black wire by itself. Now, the entire plug runs all of the time. Your light switch will no longer work for that outlet. I've done this a few times when I've installed new overhead lighting and didn't need the wall switched outlets any longer.Note-note: If you DO use the red wire, you have to cut the metal binder tab off off the outlet. In between the two hot screw lugs, you'll see a small metal tab. The reason for this tab is to allow removal with pliers or cutters IF you are... » Read More Optional note: You can cap off the red wire with screw-on nut or electrical tape. Then, wire in the black wire by itself. Now, the entire plug runs all of the time. Your light switch will no longer work for that outlet. I've done this a few times when I've installed new overhead lighting and didn't need the wall switched outlets any longer.Note-note: If you DO use the red wire, you have to cut the metal binder tab off off the outlet. In between the two hot screw lugs, you'll see a small metal tab. The reason for this tab is to allow removal with pliers or cutters IF you are using the red wire. « Show Less
1979148
I bought two units and they both look just like the picture... one red wire and one black wire. Sorry that I'm no help.
549230
Sorry. I replaced an old one, and there was a plate there already. It looks like a standard electrical hole and thread (like conduit), though.
2007040
Hi Henry, were the wires on the old capacitor color coded, if so look at the diagram on both capacitor and the wires to determine, if they follow the same circuit, if they both follow the same circuit then you can go ahead and connect the wires. If you are not sure, please consult an electrician.
1727654
Hi My name is John. Are you running all your all black wires to ground. Red is positive or (HOT) wire & black being ground? Follow signal switch wiring color for color. Make sure you ground all connections.
568522
bad installation. It means you screwed the top parts too tight. There should be a spot where you could see red and green when you are installing the gate. You should be able to see all the green and no red when screwing the gate in. *i actually don't remmeber if it was all red or all green. If one doesn't work, try the other. :S
734914
I installed in kitchen. Had an outlet installed under the cabinet in the cupboard, then power adapter was out of sight.
1798952
On mine the green wire is in the middle, and then I have two red wires one solid red and the other with a yellow stripe that go on the sides. Thats all I can tell you, hope it helps
1695626
I assume one of the prongs is a bit larger (more square)? That is the modern polarity plug and sometimes they will not fit into old outlets. A couple-dollar adapter bought at any hardware store will cure your problem (take fixture with you so hardware store people know what you are talking about) or, you can update the outlet in your home that you want to use, with a new design outlet (not easy for untrained person to do and could be dangerous to try by yourself).
950179
My guess is that the red and black wires are your "hot" wires and those are the ones the clamps go on. The white is neutral and the green is ground.
1256365
Gerry, Where does the wire originate? (i.e. kitchen switch to kitchen light, basement breaker to livingroom recep etc...) Make sure the power is off. remove the receptacle, light switch or light fixture from the wall or ceiling where you are going to start your trace. Connect the black toner lead to the ground wire which is typically green or bare. Connect the Red toner lead to the neutral wire which is typically white. (polarity isn't essential since the signal is a sine wave and can be traced either way) Turn on the toner and test the signal at the source with your wand. Its best to turn up the volume on the wand to high so you can hear it through the walls. The signal should be loud and clear. While pressing the button on the wand, move it up and down on the wall (switch or recep) or around the ceiling (fixture) to locate the direction where the wire is running. If you have a basement, most likely the wire will run in that direction. If its a recepticle, you will have a supply line coming from the basement and another line running to (possibly) multiple switches and light fixtures. you will need to trace all lines that have a toner signal. Every electrician wires houses a little differently. Some homes, a room has a line running to a receptacle, from there a light switch, then a light fixture. All of these wires will share the same tone. Once you have traced the lines, you will get to a point where the signal drops and it is barely audible. This is where the break is. If it is in a wall, you may have more of a rodent or structural issue than just a wire break. Without being there, seeing the house and understanding the issue more I really cant give much more info. If this helps, let me know. If not and you have another question, feel free to ask. God Bless and happy tracing!
440893
You should just need to change the two wires, it sounds like wired backwards. On my set, the wire colors were different between the right and left housings, the ground wire is the same color on both housings.
343851
Honestly I had the same problem. the wires aren't lined up right. you have them matched incorrectly. hard to know without a diagram. I had someone help me with a lead tester. that helped to at least identify the hot wires. then you just match them up to the right ones on the unit.
245909
I think yo have to connect the extra wire. Red one according to the pic. But not sure if it has to be live or ground
1139771
Thanks, Stan! Yeah, I've since checked w/ my local building dept. and it's definitely a no-no to run any AC power cord inside of a wall in any size, shape or form. Period. Will try adding a receptacle behind the TV because I loathe any kind of visible conduit, however discreet it might look. Hopefully, one of the two existing receptacles in the area are the last on a line. Otherwise, I think I'd have to bring an electrician into the picture. [Groan!]
553449
Your question is difficult to answer because I do not know where your wires are coming from or if they are there just waiting to be connected to an outlet. I chose to install all 'outlets' as I did not want wires hanging anywhere. Leviton 40831-BW QuickPort F-Type Adapter, Gold-Plated, WhiteLeviton 40831-BW QuickPort F-Type Adapter, Gold-Plated, WhiteLeviton 40834-W Feed Through, QuickPort HDMI Connector, White I also used the recessed box but you need to be careful because it fits exactly inside the wall, drywall to drywall, nothing behind the box or it will protrude from the wall! Hope this helps Your question is difficult to answer because I do not know where your wires are coming from or if they are there just waiting to be connected to an outlet. I chose to install all 'outlets' as I did not want wires hanging anywhere. Leviton 40831-BW QuickPort F-Type Adapter, Gold-Plated, WhiteLeviton 40831-BW QuickPort F-Type Adapter, Gold-Plated, WhiteLeviton 40834-W Feed Through, QuickPort HDMI Connector,... » Read More Your question is difficult to answer because I do not know where your wires are coming from or if they are there just waiting to be connected to an outlet. I chose to install all 'outlets' as I did not want wires hanging anywhere. Leviton 40831-BW QuickPort F-Type Adapter, Gold-Plated, WhiteLeviton 40831-BW QuickPort F-Type Adapter, Gold-Plated, WhiteLeviton 40834-W Feed Through, QuickPort HDMI Connector, White I also used the recessed box but you need to be careful because it fits exactly inside the wall, drywall to drywall, nothing behind the box or it will protrude from the wall! Hope this helps « Show Less
1783473
In the picture do you see the green wire? Usually green indicates the wire to ground. if th. Electric plug you connect this to is wired correctly, the center screw that holds the plate onto the plug is also ground. So before plugging in the unit unscrew the center plate screw just slighty to connect the end of the green wire. Then screw back tightly and finaly plug in the unit to your telephone or modem equipment.