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gptkbp:instanceOf
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gptkb:electrical_safety_device
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gptkbp:canBe
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circuit breaker type
portable type
receptacle type
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gptkbp:distinctFrom
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gptkb:Circuit_Breaker
fuse
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gptkbp:function
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detects ground faults
interrupts circuit when imbalance detected
protects against electrical shock
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gptkbp:introducedIn
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1960s
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gptkbp:monitors
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current between hot and neutral wires
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gptkbp:powerSource
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AC electrical circuits
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gptkbp:prevention
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electrocution
electric shock injuries
electrical fires
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gptkbp:requiredByCodeIn
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bathrooms
kitchens
garages
laundry areas
outdoor outlets
unfinished basements
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gptkbp:requiredInCanadaSince
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1975
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gptkbp:requiredInUSSince
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1971
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gptkbp:resetBy
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reset button
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gptkbp:standardizedBy
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gptkb:National_Electrical_Code
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gptkbp:standsFor
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gptkb:Ground_Fault_Circuit_Interrupter
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gptkbp:testedBy
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test button
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gptkbp:tripsAt
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4-6 milliamps difference
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gptkbp:usedIn
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commercial wiring
residential wiring
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gptkbp:bfsParent
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gptkb:Global_Financial_Centres_Index
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gptkbp:bfsLayer
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10
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https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label
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GFCI
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