GROUND FAULT CURRENT INTERRUPTER (GFCI)
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WARNING: Make sure you read, understand and follow all instructions
supplied by the GFCI receptacle manufacturer with your RV. Failure to
follow these instructions could lead to death or serious injury from shock
or electrocution.
Each trailer has a GFCI receptacle installed. These initials mean “Ground Fault Current
Interrupter.” This special receptacle has been designed to reduce the possible injury caused
by electrical shock.
An example of ground fault current is the current which would flow through a person who
is using or touching an appliance with faulty insulation and, at the same time, is in contact
with an electrical ground such as a plumbing fixture, wet floor, or earth.
When this GFCI receptacle is tripped, it has interrupted ground fault current caused by such
things as faulty insulation or wet wiring inside some appliance or equipment connected to
the circuit. The faulty equipment should be repaired before it is used again.
The GFCI receptacle will not protect against short circuits or overloads. The circuit breaker
or fuse in the electrical panel, which supplies power to the circuit provides this protection.
This GFCI receptacle should be tested monthly while the travel trailer is being used. Any
suspected problems with the GFCI should be checked with an independent, authorized
dealer.
Testing Instructions
1. Plug a lamp or radio into the receptacle on the face of the GFCI.
2. Push and release the RESET button.
3. The lamp should light at this time.
4. Press the TEST button.
5. The RESET button should pop out indicating it has been “tripped” and the lamp
should go out. (If the GFCI is manufactured with an indicator light, the light should
glow when the device has tripped.)
6. If the GFCI did not trip, do not use the outlet. Call a qualified electrician to service or
replace the receptacle. The ground fault protection is no longer working properly.
7. To restore power after “tripping”, press in the RESET button. It must remain in. (If an
indicator light is furnished, it will be off.)
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Summary of Contents for 2004 Conventional Travel
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