Leviton smartlockpro GFNT1 - What is a GFCI?; Definition of a Ground Fault

1. What is a GFCI?
A GFCI receptacle is different from
conventional receptacles. In the event of a
ground fault, a GFCI will trip and quickly stop
the ow of electricity to prevent serious injury.
Denition of a ground fault:
Instead of following its normal safe path,
electricity passes through a person's body to
reach the ground. For example, a defective
appliance can cause a ground fault.
A GFCI receptacle does NOT protect against
circuit overloads, short circuits, or shocks. For
example, you can still be shocked if you touch
bare wires while standing on a non-conducting
surface, such as a wood oor.
NOTE:
GFCI's contain a lockout feature that will prevent
RESET if:
• There is no power being supplied to
the GFCI.
• The GFCI is miswired due to reversal of
the LINE and LOAD connections.
• The GFCI cannot pass its internal test,
indicating that it may not be able to provide
protection in the event of a ground fault.
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