Grab ends of wire with pliers

Step 5:

Put the conductors next to each other and put the exposed ends.

Electricians pliers

Step 6:

Twist together using electrician pliers. Other pliers will work, but not as well.

Wire nuts

Step 7:

Select the appropriate size wire nut.

Twist on wire nuts

Step 8:

Twist it over the end of the wire until the nut becomes difficult to turn. Make it good and firm.

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