The tester you're talking about is also known as a "proximity" tester. A GREAT tool which everyone should buy if they're working around electricity. Just put the tip next to the wire and it will tell you by a "Ticking" sound and lights whether a wire is energized. (Naturally w/the circuit breaker/fuse not switched off.) Only practical way to tell which is the hot (+) wire in a two-wire nongrounded system. About $10-15.
Grounding Rod
Where should I connect the grounding rod to? I am planning to put a 8' grounding rod. But should I connect it to the ground of the AC outlet? I have a dedicated line and I can wire the grounding rod to the ground contact of the AC outlet. Or should I connect it to the equipment?
I have read a few theory on the net. I'd like to know what works best in practice.
I have read a few theory on the net. I'd like to know what works best in practice.
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