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T2425do
May 25, 2014, 05:52 AM
Will a GFCI receptacle meet the code requirement to repair an open ground circuit?
donf
May 25, 2014, 08:06 AM
Ground is not used by a GFCI protected circuit. GFCI devices monitor the amperage on the Hot and Neutral wires. If there is a 0.006 amp difference between these two wire, the GFCI device opens the circuit. It a device used to prevent electrocution.
However, if you are replacing a two wire (Hot & Neutral) ungrounded receptacle, it is permissible to use a GFCI receptacle, but the receptacle must be labeled as "Ungrounded"
ma0641
May 25, 2014, 10:55 AM
Big difference between an open ground "circuit" and an open ground at an outlet. What exactly are you trying to accomplish. Putting in a GFCI does not cure an open ground.
stanfortyman
May 25, 2014, 06:05 PM
Will a GFCI receptacle meet the code requirement to repair an open ground circuit?
Repair an open ground on a grounded circuit, definitely no.
Be installed on an old non-grounded circuit, yes.