How do you connect 4 wires to GFCI?

0:512:39How To Install A GFCI Outlet With 4 Wires - w/ or w/o Ground - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipSo the black will go to the dark copper side the hot side and the neutral. Will go to the silverMoreSo the black will go to the dark copper side the hot side and the neutral. Will go to the silver screw which is the neutral. Side. Once those are all connected and snug.

Why does outlet have 4 wires?

This circuit allows for the bottom receptacle to be switched while the top receptacle will remain hot at all times. To perform this circuit, you will need to use a 4-wire cable to allow for the extra circuit.

How do you wire a GFCI outlet with red black and white?

2:353:39How to Wire a GFCI Outlet - 2 wires to GFCI - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipConnect your neutral wire to the silver screw the side with the wide slat. Now you can tuck yourMoreConnect your neutral wire to the silver screw the side with the wide slat. Now you can tuck your wires into the box. And tighten down the gfci.

What happens if you switch red and black wires?

If you switched the wires, what would happen? Red is positive charge, black is negative charge. If you arent running if you arent connected correctly.