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    ROYB55 Posts: 2, Reputation: 1
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    Dec 22, 2010, 05:27 PM
    Hot/neutral reverse?
    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?
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    Dec 22, 2010, 06:04 PM

    Reverse the wires to the outlet.

    Chuck
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    Dec 22, 2010, 06:13 PM
    BINGO!! Thanks for taking the time to help me out. Your answer solved my problem. Thank you, ROYB
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    Dec 23, 2010, 08:05 AM

    Come back anytime and happy holidays

    Chuck
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