Statements (33)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instanceOf |
electrical safety device
|
| gptkbp:canBe |
circuit breaker type
portable type receptacle type |
| gptkbp:distinctFrom |
gptkb:Circuit_Breaker
fuse |
| gptkbp:function |
detects ground faults
interrupts circuit when imbalance detected protects against electrical shock |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
GFCI
|
| gptkbp:introducedIn |
1960s
|
| gptkbp:monitors |
current between hot and neutral wires
|
| gptkbp:powerSource |
AC electrical circuits
|
| gptkbp:prevention |
electrocution
electric shock injuries electrical fires |
| gptkbp:requiredByCodeIn |
bathrooms
kitchens garages laundry areas outdoor outlets unfinished basements |
| gptkbp:requiredInCanadaSince |
1975
|
| gptkbp:requiredInUSSince |
1971
|
| gptkbp:resetBy |
reset button
|
| gptkbp:standardizedBy |
gptkb:National_Electrical_Code
|
| gptkbp:standsFor |
gptkb:Ground_Fault_Circuit_Interrupter
|
| gptkbp:testedBy |
test button
|
| gptkbp:tripsAt |
4-6 milliamps difference
|
| gptkbp:usedIn |
commercial wiring
residential wiring |
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Global_Financial_Centres_Index
|
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
9
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