How Do You Install The Ground Fault Interrupter?
Updated building codes require use of a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) on all electrical circuits that terminate within six feet of a wet area, such as a kitchen, bathroom or laundry. If you have basic electrical knowledge and a few tools, you can install this wiring device yourself and save a bundle. Follow all safety precautions and these steps. Flip the circuit breaker that controls the circuit you are going to work on to the “off” position. Use a simple voltage meter or test light to test the wiring to ensure it is dead. Ensure your testing equipment is working correctly first by inserting the probes into a live outlet. Take note of how many wiring cables enter the electrical box where you are locating the GFCI. If there are more than two cables or cables with more than three wires sheathed together, do not install the circuit interrupter. Get professional help. Determine if the ground fault interrupter position is the beginning, middle or end of the circuit. If only one c
