How should I wire a five-hole socket?

1, select socket

Select the size of the socket. Generally use 10A socket. If it is an air conditioner, it is recommended to use the 16A socket.

Step 2 place the tape

Place the tape. If you want to install the socket on the wall, you need to use a cassette. When building a house, the cassette should be buried in advance. If it is not embedded, it can also be replaced with a Liang Cheng box. The box is also a national standard. be of the same size

3. Select the wire

Select the wire. The selection of wire is also a science. The first is the color of the wire. Generally, red is the fire line, blue is the zero line, and yellow-green line is the ground line. The thickness of the second wire of household appliances is 2.5. Mainly square, 4 square meters for air conditioning line.

Step 4 connect the wires

Connect wires and sockets according to the rules of "left, zero, right fire and grounding". Do not expose the threaded end too much, and tighten the threaded end screws to ensure complete contact.

5. Tighten the socket

The socket has a fixing screw. Install the socket into the paper box with the fixing screws. Don't let the wire touch the iron plate of the box to avoid short circuit.

Step 6 calibrate the socket

After tightening, cover the socket with the panel. When the lid is closed, it will bend. At this time, you can tap gently with a screwdriver to adjust the use of the socket.