How to install a new Wall outlet

I snagged this wall outlet with 2 usb ports and installed it in my living room. I’m always needing to recharge my devices and didn’t have any usb connections or unused AC sockets.

NOTE:Before undertaking this or any electrical work you must take safety precautions. Manufacturers instructions supersede these instructions, Read and follow them carefully.

Step by step.

1- turn off any circuit breakers that are associated with the outlet you are working on.

2- map out your circuit breaker by attaching a working lamp or a radio to the outlet prior to starting the project. Verify that the light or the radio sound turns off when you turn the circuit breaker off.

3- use insulated tools to prevent shock in case of an accidental live circuit.

4- Gloves are another safety item you should consider using.

5- When you are positive that all electricity is off in the outlet box, unscrew the existing outlet and take a photo of the wiring. If you need to postpone or cancel the project the photo will show you the original working wiring.

6- Disconnect all existing wires from the old outlets. I had to cut one of the wires because it was stuck.

7 – I had to strip off 1/4 inch of insulation to do this properly. Use a razor blade or utility knife and cut a circular pattern around the wire to strip it. Connect wires to new outlet

8- inspect all wires and make sure they are tight and can not be pulled out of the outlet.

9- use black electrical tape to cover any exposed wires.

10-Carefully push new wires outlet into wall box and screw into place.

11-Turn on circuit breaker. If circuit breaker trips right away disconnect outlet and check for shorted wires. Repeat steps 8-10 or call an electrician.

12-plug radio or lamp into new outlet to test it.

13-disconnect test appliance and screw in cover. I had to loosen the outlet and push it over to cover the wall properly. Then I used touch up paint before installing the outlet cover.

14- Celebrate your achievement! You saved a lot of money you can now use to party