Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters - Special devices capable of opening a circuit when even a small amount of current is flowing through the grounding system.
See Ground Fault Interupter.
Ground fault interrupt. Special wall plug outlets, usually in wet areas such as kitchens and bathrooms, that are built to instantly shut off in the event of a short circuit, to prevent electrical shock. Required by the HUD-code.
Ground Fault Interrupter. A circuit within an outlet, to protect against potential electrical shock in wet areas
round ault nterrupter - Device that cuts power to a circuit when a difference of 5 mA is detected between the hot and return leads.
Abbreviation for Ground Fault Interrupt. It is a device similar to a circuit breaker in that it is designed to interrupt the flow of electricity. GFI circuits or outlets are usually located near sinks and tubs or where the threat of water is likely. In the event of a short circuit such as dropping an appliance into a filled tub or sink, the GFI will immediately stop the flow of electricity along the circuit and prevent a serious electrical shock.
Ground Fault Interrupter. A sensitive safety device used on circuits where there is a high risk of electrical shock due to the presence of water.
Ground fault interrupters (GFI) are designed to protect from electrical shock by interrupting a household circuit when there is a difference in the currents in the hot and neutral wires.
GROUND FAULT INTERRUPTER. A safety device that interrupts surges of electricity in appliances and other electrical components found in a home.
See Ground Fault Current Interrupter
Ground-fault interrupter: A sensing device that shuts down the electricity in the case of a shock hazard
Ground Fault Interrupter. A type of circuit breaker required in areas where water is present.
Ground Fault Interrupter. This is a special receptacle that provides shock protection for the entire circuit. GFI outlets are used in bathrooms, kitchens, and outside receptacles; or anywhere you may come in contact with water.
(Ground Fault Interrupter) A device whose function is to interrupt the electric circuit to the load when a fault current to ground exceeds some predetermined value that is less than that required to operate the overcurrent protective device of the supply circuit.
Ground fault interrupter. An electrical breaker that protects against accidental short or overload of an electrical circuit. This device trips, cutting off electrical current at the slightest feedback of an electrical short.
Abbreviation for Ground Fault Interrupter. A type of circuit breaker now required in areas containing water lines.
Ground Fault Interrupter. A device that detects abnormal current patterns and shuts off power. GFI's are always required on outdoor circuits.
Ground Fault Interrupter. A type of electrical safety receptacle that prevents the possibility of electrical shock in outdoor equipment or around water. Usually, if not always, required by local or national codes.
Ground Fault Interrupter. A safety device that disconnects power from a circuit when a potentially dangerous electrical condition exists. A GFI protects people while fuses or circuit breakers protect equipment.