Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter; Gfci Breaker Test - Airstream Interstate Nineteen 2020 Owner's Manual

The 120-volt electrical system provides power to
operate the A/C, converter, and 120-volt receptacles
for portable appliances� The power is carded through
the 120-volt city power flexible cord to the 120-volt
distribution panel, and then is distributed to each
appliance or receptacle� Exterior 120 volt outlets are
located on the curbside exterior wall�
All wire, components, and wiring methods conform to
federal and state requirements�

Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter

Most states require touring coach's with exterior
120-volt receptacles and receptacles close to a water
sources, such as a faucet, to have a GFCI� When
properly installed, the GFCI circuit breaker provides
reliable overload and short-circuit protection, plus
protection from ground faults that might result from
contact with a HOT load wire and ground�
The system incorporates GFCI breakers that
implement an auto self-test functionality� When turned
off, these breakers require external AC or generator
power to be present, or the AC inverter enabled, before
they can be turned back on� If power is present from
one of these sources, and the breaker refuses to stay
on consult an electrician or certified RV technician.
Each GFCI circuit breaker is calibrated to trip with a
ground current of 5 mA or more� Since most people
can feel as little as 2 mA, a distinct shock may be felt
if the need for protection exists� However, the shock
should be of such short duration that the effects would
be reduced to less than the normally dangerous
level� However, persons with acute heart problems or
other conditions that can make a person particularly
susceptible to electric shock may still be seriously
injured�
While the GFCI circuit breaker affords a high degree of
protection, there is no substitute for the knowledge that
electricity can be dangerous when carelessly handled
or used without reasonable caution�
The GFCI circuit breaker will NOT reduce shock
hazard if contact is made between a HOT load wire
and a neutral wire or two HOT load wires.
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WARNING
The GFCI circuit breaker provides protection only
to the circuit to which it is connected. It does NOT
provide protection to any other circuit.

GFCI Breaker Test

GFCIs are proven lifesavers; however, consumers
need to take a few minutes each month to perform this
simple test� By taking action, you can help protect your
family from the risk of electric shock�
Perform this test on the GFI circuit breaker each month
and record the date�
A
B
1� With handle A in "ON" position, press PUSH TO
TEST button B�
2� Handle A should move to TRIP position, indicating
that GFCI breaker has opened the circuit�
3� To restore power move handle A to "OFF" and then
to "ON"�
If the device remains on when the Test button is
pushed, the GFCI is not working properly or has
been incorrectly installed (wired improperly)� If your
GFCI is not working properly, call a qualified, certified
electrician who can assess the situation, rewire the
GFCI if necessary, or replace the unit�
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WARNING
Push To
Test
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