If your metal electrical box lacks a dedicated ground wire, your primary options are to bond it to an existing metal conduit system (if present and continuous) or to install a Ground-Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) device, such as a GFCI receptacle or circuit breaker, to provide. If your metal electrical box lacks a dedicated ground wire, your primary options are to bond it to an existing metal conduit system (if present and continuous) or to install a Ground-Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) device, such as a GFCI receptacle or circuit breaker, to provide. I show how to install an outdoor rated GFCI in a metal electrical box that is connected to conduit without a ground wire. more Audio tracks for some languages were automatically generated. Learn more I show how to install an outdoor rated GFCI in a metal electrical box that is connected to. If your metal electrical box lacks a dedicated ground wire, your primary options are to bond it to an existing metal conduit system (if present and continuous) or to install a Ground-Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) device, such as a GFCI receptacle or circuit breaker, to provide shock protection. That little red tail under the cable clamp means you have BX or MC feeding that box, that metal jacket is your ground. The newer versions have a separate bonding wire as well. Choose the right box based on environment (indoor/outdoor), load capacity, and durability. Ensure safe placement: install in. If you cannot find a ground wire, use this instruction to add one to the panel.