COMMANDER / EMBASSY
10.1.4 GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT
Various outlets in the motorhome, particularly
those near sinks and water supplies, are con-
nected to a GFCI which is a very sensitive circuit
breaker that will protect you from electrical shock
if a severe ground fault develops. If and when this
breaker trips, unplug all appliances on that circuit
and press the reset button on the outlet.
If the GFCI keeps tripping have the problem
investigated and repaired by a qualifi ed technician
Depending on the fl oor plan in your vehicle, you
will fi nd a GFCI outlet in the bathroom and outside
Fig. 10-4 GFCI OUTLET (TYPICAL)
The GFCI will not eliminate completely all electric
shock. Small children or persons with a heart
condition should be extra cautious and could still
be injured even though protected by a Ground
WARNING
Please not that on some models the GFCI circuit in
the bathroom will trip when a fault occurs at an ex-
terior plug. Both plugs are GFCI protected through
the bathroom circuit. If the exterior plug does not
work, check the bathroom GFCI receptacle.
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