Section 4
LIVING QUARTERS, LP and ELECTRICAL
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)
The 110 volt outlet in the bathroom is equipped with a protective circuit interrupter. The Ground Fault
Circuit Interrupter (GFCI), is designed to break the flow of current to the protected outlets when an
imbalance of current is detected. Imbalances include electrical leakage in an appliance such as a shaver or
hair dryer that have developed a weak spot in electrical insulation. The possibility of electrocution exists
when using a faulty appliance while at the same time being in contact with an electrical ground such as
water, plumbing or the earth. Also a “dry fired” water heater heating element will continue to trip your
GFCI. If you suspect a “dry fired” element, go to the water heater and remove the exterior water heater
door. Locate the heating element switch. If it is turned on turn it off and reset the GFCI in the bathroom.
If the GFCI does not trip again, contact your dealer.
Note: DRY FIRED WATER HEATER ELEMENTS ARE USUALLY CAUSED WHEN NO
WATER WAS IN THE WATER HEATER AND THE ELEMENT SWITCH WAS TURNED ON.
If an imbalance is detected, the GFCI will trip and shut off power to the outlet. Even with GFCI
protection, the electrical shock will still be felt, but to a lesser degree. It also does not protect against
short circuits or system overloads. Circuit breakers in the main panel which supply power to the
circuit, will trip if either of these conditions exists. The GFCI receptacle should be tested initially
when your Aviator is purchased, and at least monthly thereafter.
EVEN WITH GFCI PROTECTION, PERSONS WITH SEVERE HEART OR OTHER
HEALTH PROBLEMS MAY STILL BE SERIOUSLY AFFECTED BY AN ELECTRICAL SHOCK.
THE GFCI OUTLET IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR GOOD ELECTRICAL SAFETY. IT DOES NOT
PROTECT AGAINST CONTACT OF THE HOT AND NEUTRAL WIRE AT THE SAME TIME.
NOTE: THE GFCI DOES NOT PROTECT ANY CIRCUIT OTHER THAN THE ONE TO WHICH
IT IS CONNECTED
‘WARNING’ INDICATES A HAZARDOUS SITUATION WHICH, IF NOT AVOIDED, COULD
RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.
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