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GFCI (or Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) should always be installed anywhere there is a possibility of the "plug-in" getting damp or wet, such as the Kitchen or Bathroom, also it doesn't hurt to use a GFCI in rooms used by children as they trip much faster on a fault than circuit breakers (if the kid sticks something in the plug in)
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Is a GFCI breaker required for an electric pool heater?
I'm not positive but, as far as I know, one is required on a 120V heater but not on a 220V heater. Even if a GFCI isn't required I would install one anyway for the safety of your family and friends. These devices do work and are well worth the cost. Call a Professional... Either a GFCI outlet or a GFCI breaker, and I think I'd use the GFCI outlet because the reset on an outlet is closer to the pool than the breaker would be. But put it far enough away from the pool that you've got to get out to reset it. I think that's code; if it's not it should be.
How can you tell if a house has GFCI breakers?
GFCI breakers are required by electrical code for all new and modified residences post 1984.Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters detect extremely small current fluctuations on the return side Neutral / Ground and cause the circuit to trip. Highly important in moist environments.To answer the question: GFCI breakers are required in all bathroom, garage and external outlets. To determine if it is a GFCI there will be a switch in the center typically of the outlet that says set/reset. Multiple outlets in a garage or outside may be wired in parallel and controlled by a GFCI breaker located in the main power panel. Remember use of a non-GFCI outlet in a moist environment is courting trouble and you or someone else may be the recipient.Answer for USA, Canada and countries running a 60 Hz supply service.GFCI breakers are not required. GFCI protection is required and you may choose whether to install GFCI breakers or GFCI receptacles. GFCI breakers, just like GFCI receptacles, will have a Test button. The breaker also will have the neutral attached to it on an appropriate terminal and an additional wire carrying the neutral current to the neutral bar.GFCI protection is required in all bathrooms, garages and other unfinished portions of a house including crawl spaces, unfinished basements, outside, and anywhere within 6 ft of the outside edge of a sink. -- SparkfighterAs always, if you are in doubt about what to do, the best advice anyone should give you is to call a licensed electrician to advise what work is needed.Before you do any work yourself,on electrical circuits, equipment or appliances,always use a test meter to ensure the circuit is, in fact, de-energized.IF YOU ARE NOT ALREADY SURE YOU CAN DO THIS JOBSAFELY AND COMPETENTLYREFER THIS WORK TO QUALIFIED PROFESSIONALS.
Do all electrical outlets in a garage need to be GFCI?
Yes, but you can feed multiple outlets from one GFCI outlet. Make the first outlet fed in the cicuit a GFCI. Search for GFCI outlet with Google, etc. and I'm sure you will find an explanantion of how. Most GFCI's come with instructions also.
What device senses short circuits and stops electrical flow when ground fault occur?
It is a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter or GFCI. It can either be equipped in your electric panel as a GFCI breaker, or in a GFCI outlet which also lets you extend the GFCI protection to other outlets "down the line" from the GFCI outlet.
Are there any electrical code issues with bathroom or kitchen light fixtures that have multiple plug receptacles with built-in GFI capabilities?
If the fixture has a built-in GFCI, there are no issues other than NO electrical fixtures in a bath or shower unless they are made for that purpose.
Are gfci plugs required in a bathroom?
Deoends on code you are governed by. In USA, a GFCI outlet or a circuit controlled by a GFCI circuit breaker would be required.
How far is the required distance between electrical outlet and sink in an office building?
Before the code requiring all outlets to have GFCI protection that at within 6' of a water source you were required to install the outlet at least 6' from the sink. Now, there is no minimum distance but all outlets must be GFCI protected that are installed within 6' of a water source.
Are gfci receptacles required in kitchens?
No, you could use a GFCI circuit breaker instead.
Are child proof receptacles required in the new national electrical code?
Yes, they are required by the national electric code.
What is the meaning of the GFCI acronym?
The meaning of the GFCI acronym stands for Ground Fault Circuit Interpreter. It is a special type of electrical outlet that prevents electrical power for safety reasons.
Is a GFCI breaker required for an electric pool heater?
I'm not positive but, as far as I know, one is required on a 120V heater but not on a 220V heater. Even if a GFCI isn't required I would install one anyway for the safety of your family and friends. These devices do work and are well worth the cost. Call a Professional... Either a GFCI outlet or a GFCI breaker, and I think I'd use the GFCI outlet because the reset on an outlet is closer to the pool than the breaker would be. But put it far enough away from the pool that you've got to get out to reset it. I think that's code; if it's not it should be.
How can you tell if a house has GFCI breakers?
GFCI breakers are required by electrical code for all new and modified residences post 1984.Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters detect extremely small current fluctuations on the return side Neutral / Ground and cause the circuit to trip. Highly important in moist environments.To answer the question: GFCI breakers are required in all bathroom, garage and external outlets. To determine if it is a GFCI there will be a switch in the center typically of the outlet that says set/reset. Multiple outlets in a garage or outside may be wired in parallel and controlled by a GFCI breaker located in the main power panel. Remember use of a non-GFCI outlet in a moist environment is courting trouble and you or someone else may be the recipient.Answer for USA, Canada and countries running a 60 Hz supply service.GFCI breakers are not required. GFCI protection is required and you may choose whether to install GFCI breakers or GFCI receptacles. GFCI breakers, just like GFCI receptacles, will have a Test button. The breaker also will have the neutral attached to it on an appropriate terminal and an additional wire carrying the neutral current to the neutral bar.GFCI protection is required in all bathrooms, garages and other unfinished portions of a house including crawl spaces, unfinished basements, outside, and anywhere within 6 ft of the outside edge of a sink. -- SparkfighterAs always, if you are in doubt about what to do, the best advice anyone should give you is to call a licensed electrician to advise what work is needed.Before you do any work yourself,on electrical circuits, equipment or appliances,always use a test meter to ensure the circuit is, in fact, de-energized.IF YOU ARE NOT ALREADY SURE YOU CAN DO THIS JOBSAFELY AND COMPETENTLYREFER THIS WORK TO QUALIFIED PROFESSIONALS.
Do you need a gfi outlet on a patio?
That depends. If said patio was constructed prior to GFCI code requirements, then no. If constructed after code requirements, obviously yes. In any event, if you have the opportunity to enhance safety by adding GFCI outlets, even if not required, do it. You can get them for about 13 bucks at your local Home Depot, less in multiples.
Do all electrical outlets in a garage need to be GFCI?
Yes, but you can feed multiple outlets from one GFCI outlet. Make the first outlet fed in the cicuit a GFCI. Search for GFCI outlet with Google, etc. and I'm sure you will find an explanantion of how. Most GFCI's come with instructions also.
Will another electrical outlet that is in line with a GFCI outlet cause it to kick off?
A down stream receptacle that is connected to the upstream GFCI will be protected. If the downstream receptacle senses a fault the upstream GFCI will trip.
What device senses short circuits and stops electrical flow when ground fault occur?
It is a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter or GFCI. It can either be equipped in your electric panel as a GFCI breaker, or in a GFCI outlet which also lets you extend the GFCI protection to other outlets "down the line" from the GFCI outlet.
Could you show me an electrical drawing of a circuit with GFCI protecting a switch?
GFCI's are not used to protect a switch they are used to protect an outlet where something is plugged in.
