MQ Power WHISPERWATT DCA150SSJU4F2 Operation Manual page 56

TESTING THE GFCI RECEPTACLE
NOTICE
The GFCI receptacle is designed to interrupt power
when a ground fault exists to prevent injuries and shock
hazards. DO NOT use the GFCI receptacle if the test
below fails. Consult a qualified electrician for repair or
replacement of the GFCI receptacle. Test the GFCI
receptacle at least once a month.
1. Start the generator as outlined in the start-up procedure
in this manual.
2. Place a GFCI circuit breaker (Figure 76) in the ON
position.
Figure 76. GFCI Circuit Breaker
3. Verify that the status LED on the corresponding GFCI
receptacle (Figure 77) is ON (GREEN).
Figure 77. GFCI Receptacle (ON)
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GREEN
STATUS
LED ( ON )
4. Plug a power tool such as an electric drill (Figure 78)
into the GFCI receptacle. Squeeze the ON/OFF switch
on the drill and verify that the drill turns on.
GFCI
RECEPTACLE
TEST
BUTTON
RESET
BUTTON
GREEN
LED ON
Figure 78. GFCI Receptacle Test
5. Continue holding down the ON/OFF switch on the drill
and at the same time press the TEST button (Figure 78)
on the GFCI receptacle.
6. Verify that the drill turns off when the TEST button
is pressed and that the status LED on the GFCI
receptacle turns OFF (Figure 79).
Figure 79. GFCI Receptacle (OFF)
NOTICE
If the drill motor continues to run after the TEST
button is pressed then it can be determined that the
GFCI receptacle is not working properly and should
be replaced.
7. Press the RESET button (Figure 78) to restore power
to the GFCI receptacle. To ensure power has been
restored, squeeze the ON/OFF switch on the drill and
verify that the drill turns on. Status LED on the GFCI
receptacle should be ON (GREEN).
MAINTENANCE
ON/OFF
ELECTRIC
SWITCH
DRILL
STATUS LED
NO POWER (OFF)