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    Mar 9, 2014, 09:37 PM
    Open ground test readings
    Will combining the ground and neutral wires in the service panel cause open ground test readings?
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    Mar 10, 2014, 04:19 AM
    No. Why are you asking?
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    Mar 10, 2014, 06:08 AM
    In your main service panel, Ground and Neutral are connected together via the main bonding jumper.

    Think about this, bonding is connecting together, separating causes an open.
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