This is the only video that explained it to where I understand the line and the load, and 240 vs. 120 and where everything should land properly and to read the directions of course. Thank you.
very well explained and in detail, the only thing I would have done was marked the white wire with either black or red tape to show that it is being used as a hot wire, not a neutral.
I also would have marked the wires as dictated by the NEC. Your choice was with black or red tape. I often use black or red heat shrink. I have also used black or red permanent marker. In my adopted standard of consistency, I always put my Red wire on the Right side. So if using 2 wire romex, I would heat shrink (mark) the white line conductor RED, then match up the RED load connector and land on the RIGHT side. Of course, black line and load conductors match on the left side. This makes for a tidy installation and logical troubleshooting if ever needed.
@@jamesborton9237 It deoes not matter since both "red" and "blcak" wires are connected to the exact same buss in the main panel and both carry IDENTICAL 120 volts VAC.
Thank you for the video and working through it with the camera in the way. The camera was right where viewers needed it and right where you didn't need it :)
Thanks, man. I am going to install this same GE model right now and I feel confident this will go smoothly by following your explicit and well-explained instructions. Thank you for sharing your expertise.
Thank you Ricky ! This is the best video on AC disconnect. Im working on a tankless water heater. I will most definitely, give you a shot out on my tankless water heater video. on my Handyman Land DIY video. Thanks again...
Excellent/very descriptive video for explaining line and load and wire placement for disconnect installation....best video I have found on this specific installation! GREAT JOB
God bless your heart Ricky what a perfect demonstration and now i know my landlord sabotaged me. 🕊️ The truth shall set you free and you just did. I hope something wonderful happens to you for helping me 🌹
Oh my goodness... I'm so so happy I came across your video. I did everything to my 12000 hessaire and everything is all hooked up and I couldn't find out the power not coming to unit... And found that the line and load were transposed and I had it wired in series . 😝 But thank you so much , when you said I needed to land these two most important parts of the Disconnect I finally saw the light and it was right there all along! All day and last night . I appreciate your video. Take care and Aloha 🌺
Wow... I've been looking for a detailed instructional video on how to install a disconnect and finally found it! Excellent job explaining how to install this box to a layperson.
Excellent video for learning how to do this. I was so confused about the 240 use of the white wire as hot before watching this. Now I have got it straight. Thanks a bunch.
This was a great description of why the white is hot and not neutral on a two pole breaker - made a lot of sense the way you explained it thank you for doing this video!
When the white is being used as a HOT wire, it is required to be marked in some fashion. I would have used some RED heat shrink to indicate it was a hot wire. I also would have then put both reds on one side and both blacks on the other to make future inspections or troubleshooting simpler.
Hi! I just want to say thank you for your video. I know the risk that can occur when you are not licensed; however, I was able to save $600 by connecting a new disconnect box myself because of you. I initially connected the wires incorrectly and was slightly shocked. I then watched your video and followed the directions in my manual, which stated where the line and load wires go. So, sending a huge THANK YOU 😊
Great video! I'm a DIYer doing home improvements in a house I bought last year and I put one of these in to bring my hot water heater up to code. I am going through my house ripping out walls, redoing ungrounded wiring and updating it and adding missing insulation to exterior and interior walls. Thanks for providing a very detailed video, I feel confident I can do it myself!!!
Ricky: Let me start by saying your video is hands down the best one on how to install an ac disconnect , very thorough and well explained. But my experience was anything but good. My first hurdle was that my box was mounted to stucco and brick. That by itself really shouldn't have been a problem except the installer of the box I replaced used "nails" to mount the box. So it wasn't just a matter of unscrewing the box, I had to pry it off and to make it worse the box was sealed around the outside edges with stucco. So first I had to chip away the stucco, then get under the box with chisels and pry the box off. Then once I got the old box off the new one was smaller so none of the original holes lined up. So I had to drill new holes, but the old ones were just close enough to the old ones that it made that task a challenge. Ok so I got it mounted up and all connected, then went to put the cover on to learn the cover slides in behind the box and the backing plate was tight to the wall so I had to chip away more of the stucco than I wanted, but I finally got the cover on. I then turned on the power after making sure all connections were correct and very firmly in. I couple minutes later my unit kicked in and its working beautifully! I made the process more difficult by installing a box that was smaller, upgraded from a 30 amp to a 60 and from a pull out disconnect to a switched disconnect. I wanted Square D, that was just my preference. Mostly because I have found them to be a better quality than most others and Im just more familiar with that brand. Sorry for the long winded comment but I thought people should know its not as easy as it looks. Probably best to just stay with the same size and amperage box if you just want to replace your box. Thank you for your video, you were tremendously helpful.
I’m glad you mentioned, depending on what disconnect you have, to read the instructions first because I was thrown off with how the wiring was being done in this video. The reason why I say that is because I just installed a disconnect where the power coming from the breaker box connects in your two lines and your equipment is your load wich were on the two outside
Fantastic video. I've watched a few others and still had questions. I was still unsure enough that I was leaning towards paying someone to install my disconnect. I'm glad I watched one more video, and I'm very happy it was your video. Going through this, step by step, the way you did is what I needed to see. I'm now confident that I can do this job. Thank you very much.
Dude I'm glad I watched your video before I turned the power on my mini split. I had the wires wrong like you said on one side and didn't see the little writing.
Ricky, you did a very hood job tutoring this procedure. The same non fused box often is used for submersible well pump disconnects. I have a very old disconnect that is missing the hinged lid so I am on here looking to see if there is any new stuff. I have this same box ordered from Amazon since our local Lowe’s Home Improvement currently has no non fused boxes on hand. Go figure. Thanks for your post. Good job.
@@rickyjewett6082 no this video helped tremendously. My point was you explained this simple and perfect. I watched 45 mins worth of other people's videos that didnt explain what you explained in just a few
Thanks for taking the time to do this video. This is the most basic part of installing the disconnect. What I'm looking for is how you run the wires from the service panel to the disconnect, how you shield the wires externally (I noticed in your video that the Romex is not in any conduit....is that to code??), how you mount the box to the wall, etc. I need to know what I need to do to meet code.
Love the explanation and everything including the safety of amperage Gauges difference between 120 and 240 application. Its a good one because the repetition of the most important things. Line and load... good stuff.. thanks for your help im doing. My own but with the 120 its a lot simpler. different colors. I never label my wires but i need to so it is up to "code" but usually if i installed in correctly i remember
Good Job. Works too for electric hot water heater disconnect as well. Or any other 240 load item that new codes require an in line disconnect. Dave @ Historic Property Preservation, LLC
This is the only video that explained it to where I understand the line and the load, and 240 vs. 120 and where everything should land properly and to read the directions of course. Thank you.
Thank you.
Finally a video that isn’t 30 minutes long with dude telling his life story and not actually telling you what to do. Good video 👍
very well explained and in detail, the only thing I would have done was marked the white wire with either black or red tape to show that it is being used as a hot wire, not a neutral.
I also would have marked the wires as dictated by the NEC. Your choice was with black or red tape. I often use black or red heat shrink. I have also used black or red permanent marker. In my adopted standard of consistency, I always put my Red wire on the Right side. So if using 2 wire romex, I would heat shrink (mark) the white line conductor RED, then match up the RED load connector and land on the RIGHT side. Of course, black line and load conductors match on the left side. This makes for a tidy installation and logical troubleshooting if ever needed.
@@jamesborton9237 It deoes not matter since both "red" and "blcak" wires are connected to the exact same buss in the main panel and both carry IDENTICAL 120 volts VAC.
@richardm.9821 if it is 240 volts, red and black are NOT connected to the same bus in the panel.
dude you are a master splainer. simplest yet most informative description i could have ever watched. thanks for putting it up.
Simple, dumbed it down for me and to the point.
Thanks brother, GOD BLESS 🙏
Most basic and simple explanation of what where and why. Great job, this is what all DiY videos should look like.
Thank you for the video and working through it with the camera in the way. The camera was right where viewers needed it and right where you didn't need it :)
Thanks, man. I am going to install this same GE model right now and I feel confident this will go smoothly by following your explicit and well-explained instructions. Thank you for sharing your expertise.
You are so welcome.
Thank you Ricky ! This is the best video on AC disconnect. Im working on a tankless water heater. I will most definitely, give you a shot out on my tankless water heater video.
on my Handyman Land DIY video. Thanks again...
Great video! I truly appreciate how straight forward and thorough you were in your explanation. Look forward to seeing more of your videos.
Excellent/very descriptive video for explaining line and load and wire placement for disconnect installation....best video I have found on this specific installation! GREAT JOB
God bless your heart Ricky what a perfect demonstration and now i know my landlord sabotaged me. 🕊️ The truth shall set you free and you just did. I hope something wonderful happens to you for helping me 🌹
Oh my goodness... I'm so so happy I came across your video. I did everything to my 12000 hessaire and everything is all hooked up and I couldn't find out the power not coming to unit... And found that the line and load were transposed and I had it wired in series . 😝 But thank you so much , when you said I needed to land these two most important parts of the Disconnect I finally saw the light and it was right there all along!
All day and last night . I appreciate your video. Take care and Aloha 🌺
Wow... I've been looking for a detailed instructional video on how to install a disconnect and finally found it! Excellent job explaining how to install this box to a layperson.
I know this was posted 2 years ago, but honestly, thank you for this.
The best explained video I seen out of dozens...you need to identify that neutral as hot for dummies like me with tape or paint
Yes you are right. I fortgot to identify the white wire As a hot wire ( with black tape). Thanks for the input and thanks for watching.
Excellent video for learning how to do this. I was so confused about the 240 use of the white wire as hot before watching this. Now I have got it straight. Thanks a bunch.
I watched several videos finally this guy explained it quite simply
Thank you for taking the time to explain everything. It was very educational and I’m sure a lot of people will agree that you did a great job.
This is perfect for someone to get a full picture of the proper way to do this! He left no stones unturned and showed patience. Great job!
i guess it's kinda off topic but do anybody know of a good site to stream newly released tv shows online?
This was a great description of why the white is hot and not neutral on a two pole breaker - made a lot of sense the way you explained it thank you for doing this video!
When the white is being used as a HOT wire, it is required to be marked in some fashion. I would have used some RED heat shrink to indicate it was a hot wire. I also would have then put both reds on one side and both blacks on the other to make future inspections or troubleshooting simpler.
Ricky, THANK YOU! Your video is why my wife's she-shed has heat and air. Excellent video!
Thank you. This is to be the best example I have seen on UA-cam. Perfect!
Excellent, well done sir, answer my doubts and questions. May the Lord bless you
I just had to comment and say you were the best help I’ve ever seen! Thank you so much for the help!
Thanks for sharing your knowledge. Very informative and great camera angle.
Nice job Ricky; crystal clear, easy peasy!
This is the absolute BEST disconnect How To, I’ve seen on UA-cam And I’ve looked at quite a few......thank you soooo much
Thank you.
Excellent description. Easy for a novice like me to understand. Thank you.
Extremely helpful. Thank you for explaining it in detail.
Hi! I just want to say thank you for your video. I know the risk that can occur when you are not licensed; however, I was able to save $600 by connecting a new disconnect box myself because of you. I initially connected the wires incorrectly and was slightly shocked. I then watched your video and followed the directions in my manual, which stated where the line and load wires go. So, sending a huge THANK YOU 😊
Excellent video! Thanks for sharing your knowledge in such a clear way.
Great video! I'm a DIYer doing home improvements in a house I bought last year and I put one of these in to bring my hot water heater up to code. I am going through my house ripping out walls, redoing ungrounded wiring and updating it and adding missing insulation to exterior and interior walls. Thanks for providing a very detailed video, I feel confident I can do it myself!!!
Thank you. Great, simple instruction. Just the video I was looking for
Great Job thank you very much!!!!!!! For once someone didn't speed through the Most important part of the install.. loved it !! Thanks again!!
Very simple to understand and everything explained. The 61 people that down voted you are assholes. Ignore them and know, you made a helpful video.
Excellent instructions clearer and the point easy to understand. Thank you so very much. Now I’m equipped to do the job the right way
Ricky: Let me start by saying your video is hands down the best one on how to install an ac disconnect , very thorough and well explained. But my experience was anything but good. My first hurdle was that my box was mounted to stucco and brick. That by itself really shouldn't have been a problem except the installer of the box I replaced used "nails" to mount the box. So it wasn't just a matter of unscrewing the box, I had to pry it off and to make it worse the box was sealed around the outside edges with stucco. So first I had to chip away the stucco, then get under the box with chisels and pry the box off. Then once I got the old box off the new one was smaller so none of the original holes lined up. So I had to drill new holes, but the old ones were just close enough to the old ones that it made that task a challenge. Ok so I got it mounted up and all connected, then went to put the cover on to learn the cover slides in behind the box and the backing plate was tight to the wall so I had to chip away more of the stucco than I wanted, but I finally got the cover on. I then turned on the power after making sure all connections were correct and very firmly in. I couple minutes later my unit kicked in and its working beautifully! I made the process more difficult by installing a box that was smaller, upgraded from a 30 amp to a 60 and from a pull out disconnect to a switched disconnect. I wanted Square D, that was just my preference. Mostly because I have found them to be a better quality than most others and Im just more familiar with that brand. Sorry for the long winded comment but I thought people should know its not as easy as it looks. Probably best to just stay with the same size and amperage box if you just want to replace your box. Thank you for your video, you were tremendously helpful.
I’m glad you mentioned, depending on what disconnect you have, to read the instructions first because I was thrown off with how the wiring was being done in this video. The reason why I say that is because I just installed a disconnect where the power coming from the breaker box connects in your two lines and your equipment is your load wich were on the two outside
Ricky, your amazing! Saved me a lot of trouble. If you ever make it out west. You have free beer and a meal.
Fantastic video. I've watched a few others and still had questions. I was still unsure enough that I was leaning towards paying someone to install my disconnect. I'm glad I watched one more video, and I'm very happy it was your video.
Going through this, step by step, the way you did is what I needed to see. I'm now confident that I can do this job.
Thank you very much.
Thank you very much for this video. Fully and clearly explained.
Thanks my friend. Your explanation leaves nothing to chance. Im going to folliw it and be assured that im getting it right.
Very simple and well done!!! Thank You!!!
Wonderful video, kept it simple so others could understand
Thank you for taking the time to explain everything. It was very educational and I agree that you did a great job.
Thank you for explaining everything clearly. Helped with my install.
You are more than welcome and thank you for watching.
This is an excellent video, in fact the best one I found on this subject!
That was the BEST description and educational video I've seen in a long time. Thank you for the excellent job.
You are welcome. Thanks for the encouragement.
Thank you, very helpful!
Tanks for the great video. Very simple and informative!
Good explanation of line and load. Thank you.
Dude I'm glad I watched your video before I turned the power on my mini split. I had the wires wrong like you said on one side and didn't see the little writing.
Great instructions, just what I needed to know! Thanks,
Doug
Thank you for watching.
Great Explanation : Best I've Seen. Thank You.
Ricky, you did a very hood job tutoring this procedure. The same non fused box often is used for submersible well pump disconnects. I have a very old disconnect that is missing the hinged lid so I am on here looking to see if there is any new stuff. I have this same box ordered from Amazon since our local Lowe’s Home Improvement currently has no non fused boxes on hand. Go figure. Thanks for your post. Good job.
Exactly the video is was looking for. Thank you sir!
I appreciate this. Thank you very much! Probably saved me a couple of hundred bucks.
Awesome description and visuals! Thanks sir 😎
Now do everything else I've looked up on youtube. Nicely done, mate.
I'm an old guy and this was the best video ever for someone like me. Thanks so much for being so clear!
I watched 45 mins worth of useless video on UA-cam to get to your simple explanation. Thank you sir!
Are referring to this video. This video is only 8 minutes long. I try to keep all my videos under 15 minute. I have not made any 45 minute video.
@@rickyjewett6082 no this video helped tremendously.
My point was you explained this simple and perfect. I watched 45 mins worth of other people's videos that didnt explain what you explained in just a few
@@truthseeker9561 Oh!! OK. I misunderstood. Thanks so much for watching.
Thank you for sharing your knowledge and skills
good point i have a halex disconnct and the load and line lugs are opposite of your disconnect thanks for making the point about manufacturers
your help got me going ,other videos weren't complete, thanks alot
Thanks for taking the time to do this video. This is the most basic part of installing the disconnect. What I'm looking for is how you run the wires from the service panel to the disconnect, how you shield the wires externally (I noticed in your video that the Romex is not in any conduit....is that to code??), how you mount the box to the wall, etc. I need to know what I need to do to meet code.
You done such a good job of explaining and showing how to that I liked and subscribed and rung the bell. Great job Ricky
Thank you for this upload Brother... Thumbs up from me... Stay safe... Rico
Thank you. This help me a lot!
Well done, this is exactly what I needed. Thank you for taking the time to do this video.
Thank you for this video best I’ve seen
Best explained video I've seen, thank you
Thank you big time for a well made video man!
Love the explanation and everything including the safety of amperage Gauges difference between 120 and 240 application. Its a good one because the repetition of the most important things. Line and load... good stuff.. thanks for your help im doing. My own but with the 120 its a lot simpler. different colors. I never label my wires but i need to so it is up to "code" but usually if i installed in correctly i remember
Thanks dude, that was really informative and to the point . Great video thanks.
Awesome video, Ricky! Thanks.
Thank you sir. Been awhile since I did a disconnect. You tuned me right in. 🙏
Thanks so much for explaining it in a way where I was able to understand
Good Job. Works too for electric hot water heater disconnect as well. Or any other 240 load item that new codes require an in line disconnect. Dave @ Historic Property Preservation, LLC
Great video! Thanks for sharing this.
Very clear video, thank you!
Thank you bro. This helped me tremendously
Great video, Rick! Good job explaining the difference between 120V wires and 240V. Thanks!
Thank you.
Thanks. Helped me at my level of experience.
Thanks for the detailed explanation
Thank you for clearly explaining it!
I am an electrical novice, so I appreciate your methodical clarity. Great video. Many thanks !!!!!!
Exactly what I was looking for, tahnk you.
Thank you for the video. Very helpful man!
Very helpful video. Thank you my friend
You sir are amazing. Great video.
The best video I found on UA-cam
Very good simple instruction. Thanks
You are so welcome and thank you for watching.
Nice job on the video man! Very helpful
Thanx a mill!!! I needed this!!!
Thankyou made it very clear and easy. 😁
THANKS! SAVED ME A LOT OF TIME!
Thank you so much I learned something today 👍
Good video. clear explanation of hooking it up!
great presentation explanation was great!!
Excellent job. Thank you!!