GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER (GFCI)
Most states require trailers with exterior 110 volt receptacles and receptacles
close to a water sources such as a faucet to have a ground fault circuit
interrupter. When properly installed, the GFCI circuit breaker provides reliable
overload and short circuit protection PLUS protection from Ground Faults that
might result from contact with a “HOT”’ load wire and ground.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The GFCI circuit breaker will NOT reduce shock hazard if
contact is made between a “HOT” load wire and a neutral wire or 2 “HOT” load
wires.
Each GFCI circuit breaker is calibrated to trip with a ground current of 5
milliamperes or more. Since most persons can feel as little as 2 milliamperes,
a distinct shock may be felt if the need for protection exists. However, the
shock should be of such short duration that the effects would be reduced to
less than the normally dangerous level. However, persons with acute heart
problems or other conditions that can make a person particularly susceptible
to electric shock may still be seriously injured.
While the GFCI circuit breaker affords a high degree of protection, there is
no substitute for the knowledge that electricity can be dangerous when care-
lessly handled or used without reasonable caution.
Warning: The GFCI circuit breaker provides protection only
to the circuit to which it is connected. It does NOT provide protection to
any other circuit.
GFCI s are proven lifesavers, however, consumers need to take a few minutes
each month to do this simple test. By taking action, you can help protect your
family from the risk of electric shock.
GFCI Breaker
Perform this test on the GFI Breaker each month and record the date on the
chart.
1. With handle B in “ON” position, press PUSH TO TEST
button A.
2. Handle B should move to TRIP position, indicating that
GFCI breaker has opened the circuit.
3. To restore power move handle B to “OFF” and the to
“ON
A
B
Push To
Test
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