How to wire a plug

Wiring a plug is one of those tasks that we all face at one point in our lives, but it is surprising how many people have never done it or don't know how to do it. It is one of those questions that you feel silly asking, but you are not alone.

Below I explain how to safely wire a plug.

The terminal at the top of the plug is the Earth terminal, this is where the green and yellow wire goes (if there is one). Double insulated appliances do not need an earth wire!

The brown wire goes to the Live terminal which is connected to the fuse, which is on the right. The best way to remember which side the brown is on is to take the second letter 'R' and take this as meaning right.

The blue wire connects to the neutral terminal on the left of the plug. The best way to remember which side the blue wire is on is to take the second letter 'L' and take this as meaning left.

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