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Oct 30, 2024 - 02:21 AM
1. Before starting the installation, make sure you have a good understanding of basic wiring principles and techniques, can interpret wiring diagrams, have circuit wiring experience, and are prepared to test your work.
2. Turn off the power to the circuit you will be working on. Locate the breaker or fuse in the service panel that controls the receptacle and turn it off or remove the fuse.
3. Identify the cables/wires in the electrical box. If there is only one cable entering the box, it is the LINE cable and should be connected to the GFCI's LINE terminals only. If there are two cables entering the box, one is the LINE cable and the other is the LOAD cable. The LOAD cable should be connected to the GFCI's LOAD terminals only.
4. For a box with one cable (2 or 3 wires), connect the LINE cable wires to the LINE terminals on the GFCI. The white wire connects to the White terminal (Silver) and the black wire connects to the Hot terminal (Brass). If there is a grounding wire, connect it to the grounding terminal on the GFCI.
5. For a box with two cables (4 or 6 wires), connect the LINE cable wires to the LINE terminals on the GFCI as described in step 4. Remove the yellow sticker to reveal the LOAD terminals. Connect the LOAD cable wires to the LOAD terminals in the same manner.
6. If there is a grounding wire, connect a 6-inch bare copper (or green) wire to the grounding terminal on the GFCI. If the box has a grounding terminal, also connect a similar wire to the grounding terminal on the box. Connect the ends of these wires to the LINE and LOAD cables' bare copper (or green) wire using a wire connector.
7. Fold the wires into the box, keeping the grounding wire away from the White and Hot terminals. xxxx the receptacle to the box and attach the faceplate.
8. Turn the power back on at the service panel. Press the RESET button on the GFCI to ensure it stays in. Plug a lamp or radio into the GFCI to verify that power is on. Press the TEST button to trip the GFCI and verify that power is cut off. Press the RESET button again to restore power.
9. Test the other receptacles connected to the GFCI by plugging a lamp or radio into each one. If any receptacles do not have power, label them as "GFCI Protected" and do not use them for life-saving devices.
10. It is recommended to press the TEST button on the GFCI every month to ensure proper operation.
Please note that this is a general guide and it is important to refer to the specific instructions provided in the Legrand 1597NTLTRDBCC4 Self-Test GFCI Outlet User Manual for accurate and detailed installation instructions.
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