Quote Originally Posted by J View Post
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In some models, it can be thought of as a ground, but it is not. Even in modeling, it is a virtual ground, and not a true ground.

Do not connect the ground of a circuit to neutral. Unless you want a sparky surprise from your metal waffle iron some day.

Talking from experience there J ?
Bet you experienced the "Old Butter Knife in the toaster" too.......