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GFCI Protection
Each coach has a GFCI, Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter, protection
receptacle installed into the circuitry. This GFCI device is designed
to protect people from hazards of line to ground electric continued
shock. The purpose is to reduce possible serious injury caused by
electrical shock, resulting from faulty insulation, improper polarity
and related to moisture and/or earth ground plus faulty extension
cords.
The third “round” pin on the receptacle is very important for this
safety device to function correctly. NEVER cut off this pin. When
using an appliance in the receptacle without this provision, use an
adapter with a pigtail to be attached to the receptacle box to
complete the circuit.
This GFCI receptacle will not protect against short-circuits,
overloads and electrical ground shocks. The circuit breaker or fuse
on the positive line in the electrical panel which supplies power to
the circuit provides this protection.
Polarity is extremely important. You should be certain that the
polarity of the external power is not reversed, in order to avoid harm
to appliances and personal electrical shock. Polarity testers may be
purchased in most electrical and hardware stores with the GFCI
tester built in.
During use of the recreational vehicle it is suggested to test this
receptacle once per month. To test press the “TEST” button in. The
“RESET” button should pop out. Power should now be turned off at
this receptacle and any receptacles down line. To restore power
push, then release the “RESET” button.
NEVER, under any circumstances, remove a grounding pin in any cord or
plug. It may mean the difference between LIFE OR DEATH.
WARNING
!
THIS CONNECTION IS FOR 120/240 VOLT
AC, 3-POLE, 4-WIRE, 60 HZ
50
AMPERE SUPPLY.
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