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Chapter 5
GFIC Outlet
Sometimes current in a circuit escapes its normal route
and finds a “ground fault”. If that vehicle ends up to be
your body and the current passes through your heart the
results could be deadly.
A ground fault interrupter (GFIC) senses this ground
current before a fatal dose can be conducted and in a
fraction of a second cuts the current.
The GFIC device marine speaking is not ignition protected
which means the device can not be installed in the engine
room or the fuel tank area of a gasoline powered boat
because of increased explosion possibilities.
Your vessel has several 120 volt receptacles. A GFIC style
outlet is found as the first receptacle in the circuit. By this
placement all 120 outlets downline are protected.
You can identify the GFIC primary receptacle by the test
and reset breaker in the center of the device. Check for
GFIC protection monthly. If a problem develops with
the GFIC circuitry call a marine electrician to access the
situation.
GFIC outlets are especially useful when electrical
equipment is used such as drills, curling irons and hair
dryers. Never use any electrical devices when puddling
water is present to prevent possible shock hazard.
Ignition Protected Devices
Many electrical devices in everyday use tend to “arc” or spark
when being used. These include motors, fans, switches,
relays, etc.
Vessels employ many of these same devices but they are
protected from any sparking that may cause the device to
ignite with any vapors such as found in the engine and/or
fuel tank areas.
When replacing any electrical device in the engine
compartment make sure it is ignition protected. This means
it has been tested and normally the device is stamped with a
marking making it safe to use. Do not install any electrical
device before ensuring it is ignition protected.
Many automotive stores sell replacement parts such as
alternators and starters. Normally they do not feature flame
arrestors and therefore must not be used in the engine
compartment. Use only the engine manufacturer’s approved
replacement parts in the engine compartment.
TEST
MONTHLY