Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (Gfci) Receptacle - Honda EB3500X Owner's Manual

Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) Receptacle
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A - Using the generator in rain, snow or near water can lead to
death from electric shock. Keep the genetator dry.
All of the 20 ampere 120 volt receptacles on the generator are protected by
a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) for protection against the hazards of
ground fault currents. Examples of ground fault current is the current which
would flow through a person who is using 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.
The ground fault circuit interrupter will not protect against short circuits or
overloads. The circuit breaker or circuit protector in the control panel which
supplies power to the circuit provides that protection (refer to circuit breaker
and circuit protector on page 13).
The ground fault circuit interrupter can be identified by the TEST and RESET
buttons. The receptacles on the GFCI and the 20 ampere twist lock receptacle
(labeled as GFCI protected) are all tested with the TEST and RESET buttons.
TEST BUTTON:
To test, depress the "TEST" button (see page 15).
RESET BUTTON:
To restore power, depress the "RESET" button (see page
16).
Perform this test monthly to ensure proper operation of the GFCI receptacle.
If the generator is stored outdoors, unprotected from the weather, test the
GFCI receptacle before each use. Record your test on the GFCI test card
provided on the fuel tank.
TEST BUlTON RESET BUTTON
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