How to Connect Wires to Screw Terminals

●  Strip about 3⁄4" of insulation from each wire using a combination tool.
●  Choose the stripper opening that matches the gauge of the wire, then clamp the wire in the tool.
●  Pull the wire firmly to remove plastic insulation.

●  Form a C-shaped loop in the end of each wire using a needlenose (or longnose) pliers.
●  The wire should have no scratches or nicks.

●  Hook each wire around the screw terminal so it forms a clockwise loop.
●  Tighten screw firmly. Insulation should just touch head of screw.
●  Never place the ends of two wires under a single screw terminal. Instead, use a pigtail wire.