How to Wire a 3 Gang Receptacle Box

- 12AWG wire: black (2), white (2), and green or bare copper (1)

- 3-gang receptacle box

- 3 receptacles (outlets)

- Wire strippers

- Pliers

- Flathead screwdriver

- Phillips head screwdriver

- Electrical tape

Instructions:

1. Preparation

- Ensure that the circuit breaker is turned off to the receptacle box before beginning any electrical work.

- Identify which wire is hot (usually black), neutral (usually white), and ground (usually green or bare copper).

2. Installing Receptacles

- Remove the cover from the receptacle box and remove any existing receptacles.

- Connect the white (neutral) wires by twisting the ends together clockwise and then wrapping them with electrical tape.

- Connect the black (hot) wires in the same manner.

- Connect the bare copper (ground) wires by twisting the ends together clockwise and then wrapping them with electrical tape.

3. Receptacle Box Wiring

- Take one of the black (hot) wires and connect it to the brass terminal screw on the first receptacle.

- Take one of the white (neutral) wires and connect it to the silver terminal screw on the first receptacle.

- Take the green or bare copper (ground) wire and connect it to the green terminal screw on the first receptacle.

- Repeat this process for the second and third receptacles, ensuring that the wires are connected accordingly.

4. Testing the Circuit

- Once the wiring is complete, turn on the circuit breaker and check that all receptacles are working properly.

Tips and Safety Precautions

- Make sure all connections are tight and secure to avoid any electrical hazards.

- Use the appropriate gauge wire. For the 15-amp circuit, 14-gauge wire is recommended, while for the 20-amp circuit, 12-gauge wire should be used.

- When attaching wires to the terminals, make sure they are wrapped in a clockwise direction.

- Keep the work area clear of any flammable materials or liquids.