Articles about Electrical Wiring: GFCI Outlets

Why an Outdoor LED Light Can Trip a GFI Outlet
July 30, 2017 by Dave RongeyWhy does an outdoor LED light fixture trip a GFI Outlet? This electrical wiring question is about an Electrical Problem with a GFCI Outlet in the Back Yard of a Old Home that is connected to an LED Light Fixture.
How to Wire GFCI Circuits and GFI Outlets
February 9, 2015 by Dave RongeyHow to Wire GFCI Circuits and GFI Outlets: How do I wire a GFCI Breaker for more than one circuit?
How to Identify GFCI Outlet Problems
October 25, 2017 by Dave RongeyWhat is causing a GFCI Outlet to trip off? How to Identify and Correct GFCI Outlet Problems, The Most Common Problems with GFCI Outlets, Troubleshoot, Locate and Fix GFCI Outlet Problems.
Wiring a GFCI Outlet Circuit
May 26, 2013 by Dave RongeyHow to Instal 15 amp GFCI Outlet Wiring: Understanding Electrical Circuit Wiring for Outlets Protected by GFCI.
Wiring a GFCI Outlet with a Switch
August 31, 2012 by Dave RongeyHow to Wire a GFCI Outlet with a Switch – There are a few different methods that are used to wire GFI Outlets but all start with locating the Line side of the GFCI Receptacle where the power source is attached as described.
GFI Outlets and Plugs
August 24, 2012 by Dave RongeyHow Many Outlets can be wired to One GFCI – The limitation of the number of outlets that may be wired to or protected by one GFCI outlet will depend on the actual circuit and where it is located and what it will be used for.
Damaged Extension Cord Causes Outlets to Stop Working
December 9, 2014 by Dave RongeyHow to Reset GFCI Outlets and Circuit Breakers to Restore Electrical Power: Locating and Testing GFCI Outlets and Circuit Breakers.
Kitchen GFCI Wiring
April 17, 2013 by Dave RongeyWiring a Kitchen GFCI Outlet – The LINE and LOAD areas of the GFCI Outlet refer to the wires coming from the power source, and the LOAD area refers to wiring that may branch out to other outlets that may be protected by the GFCI outlet.
RCD and Freezer Fridge Outlets
August 18, 2011 by Dave RongeyShould freezers or fridges in the house be connected to circuits covered by an RCD…
Electrical Outlets and GFCI Wiring
May 10, 2011 by Dave RongeyI am replacing a GFCI per the instructions and I am hooked up on the LINE side (Black (hot), white and ground….