Applications

Wall receptacle GFCIs are most often installed in kitchens, bath and laundry rooms, garages,and out-of-doors where water and electricity are most likely to be in close proximity. Fahint recommends the installation of GFCI for all outlets within six feet of a sink or water source.A GFCI outlet works by continuously measuring the flow of electrical current in both the “hot” and “neutral” wires. If it detects a discrepancy between the two—such as when current is leaking out through an unintended path, like a person—the outlet will shut off the power to that circuit instantly. This rapid response prevents serious injury from electric shock.