Re: knob and tube, 3rd ground wire, galvanized ductwork

On 25 Apr 2007 09:30:27 -0700, Arthur9000@xxxxxxxxx wrote:

I have been reading on all sort of issues and remedies that people
have been suggesting for adding a 3rd ground wire to the outlets.

Why? It was safe enough in the past without a ground wire. If you
want more safety, install a gfci and be done with it; if you mark it
"no equipment ground" it might even meet code.

Heavens, I don't know how we all survived before 3-pronged plugs on
everything!
.

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