Question: Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter ( GFCI ) outlets should be tested once a month. This is done by plugging a light into the outlet, turning
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter GFCI outlets should be tested once a month. This is done by plugging a light into the outlet, turning the light on and pressing the button labeled "test". The light should turn off. If the light remains on the GFCl is faulty and should be replaced. If the light turned off when the "test" button was pressed, the next step is to press the button labeled "reset". The light should now turn back on If it fails to do so the GFCl should be replaced. Conducting this test regularly helps ensure the safety benefits of the outlet.
What should happen if the GFCl outlet is functioning properly?
The light should turn off when the 'test' button is pressed and turn on when the 'reset' button is pressed
The light should remain on until the light is unplugged from the outlet
The light should turn on when the 'test' button is pressed and turn off when the 'reset' button is pressed
The light should turn off when the 'test' button is pressed and remain off until the GFCl outlet is replaced
The light should turn on when the 'test' button is pressed and remain on when the 'reset' button is pressed
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