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Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter:

Protection against electrical shock

Detects .005 amp difference

Breaks circuit in 1/40th second

Required by NEC codes in:

  • kitchens
  • bathrooms
  • utility rooms
  • garages
  • crawl spaces
  • outdoors (exterior wiring) 
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