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ROYB55
Dec 22, 2010, 05:27 PM
I installed a GFI receptacle and my circuit tester reads OPEN GROUND. I connected the ground wire to the green ground screw and now the circuit tester reads HOT/NEU REVERSE. Can anyone advise me how to make the tester read CORRECT?

creahands
Dec 22, 2010, 06:04 PM
Reverse the wires to the outlet.

Chuck

ROYB55
Dec 22, 2010, 06:13 PM
BINGO!! Thanks for taking the time to help me out. Your answer solved my problem. Thank you, ROYB

creahands
Dec 23, 2010, 08:05 AM
Come back anytime and happy holidays

Chuck