12-17-2007, 11:55 PM
I think I just got slammed, PLEASE forgive my arrogance as I forget the company I'm in, in this open forum. Only trying to be helpful... which was not my place as I am not licenced to do so and was just reminded of, kindly I might add.
Having said that, The info I provided was more than neccessary, but not bad. I believe, Damon, you asked if a ground was neccessary as you replaced your older wiring switch. I merely was trying to explain that the ground wire and nuetral wire return to the same place in the panel. So if a seperate ground wire is not there in the first place, such as Damon's case, than one does not need it. This can now lead to differences in fuse and circut breaker systems. I'll not go there
Yes, residential wiring can be daunting and when in doubt Always consult a licenced professional.
Aloha HADave
Having said that, The info I provided was more than neccessary, but not bad. I believe, Damon, you asked if a ground was neccessary as you replaced your older wiring switch. I merely was trying to explain that the ground wire and nuetral wire return to the same place in the panel. So if a seperate ground wire is not there in the first place, such as Damon's case, than one does not need it. This can now lead to differences in fuse and circut breaker systems. I'll not go there
Yes, residential wiring can be daunting and when in doubt Always consult a licenced professional.
Aloha HADave
Aloha HADave & Mz P
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The best things in life are free.... or have no interest or payments for one full year.