Installation Guide

USER-ATTACHABLE GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER
Cat. No. GCA20 (AUTO-RESET)
Rated: 20A-120VAC, 60Hz, 2400W HP: 3/4
Cat. No. GCM20 (MANUAL-RESET)
Rated: 20A-120VAC, 60Hz, 2400W HP: 3/4
For Technical Assistance Call: 1-800-824-3005 (U.S.A. Only)
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PK-A3117-10-02-2A-X1
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS:
• TO AVOID FIRE, SHOCK, OR DEATH; UNPLUG CORD OR TURN OFF POWER AT CIRCUIT BREAKER OR FUSE AND TEST THAT THE POWER IS OFF BEFORE WIRING!
• This device is not to be used, directly or indirectly with life-support apparatus or associated circuitry. Use this device only on a grounded circuit protected by a fuse or
a circuit breaker.
• This device protects against current leakage caused by ground faults only. It does not protect against over current or short circuits.
• This device is suitable for outdoor use. DO NOT immerse this product in water.
• To be installed and/or used in accordance with appropriate electrical codes and regulations.
• If you are not sure about any part of these instructions, consult an electrician.
• Your device may differ from the illustrations depicted.
FEATURES
• Meets or exceeds UL • Impact-resistant thermoplastic
and CSA requirements cover and body
• Rain proof
TEST INSTRUCTIONS FOR GFCI
TO INSTALL
1. WARNING: TO AVOID FIRE, SHOCK, OR DEATH; UNPLUG CORD OR TURN OFF POWER AT
CIRCUIT BREAKER OR FUSE AND TEST THAT THE POWER IS OFF BEFORE WIRING!
2. Wire device only with 3 conductor cords of the following type: UL Types – SJTW, SJOW, SJTOW,
SJTOOW, SJEOW, STW, STOW and STOOW.
ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE:
(a) The In-line GFCI's LINE side should be connected to the cable with the male plug.
(b) Depending upon cable outer jacket diameter, choose a Grommet and Clamp size from Table 1.
(Table 1 indicates the correct Grommet and Clamp size to be used for specific cable sizes/types.)
(c) Slip grommet over cord outer jacket at least 1.5 inches.
(d) Remove outer jacket of cord 7/8" (2.2cm) from end.
(e) Strip each conductor 23/64" (0.91 cm) and twist strands tightly together.
DO NOT TIN ENDS.
(f) Insert wire stripped ends under appropriate terminal clamp, BLACK wire under BRASS screw,
WHITE wire under SILVER screw, GREEN wire under GREEN screw. Torque each wire terminal
screw between 10 to 14 in-lbs. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.
(g) Move grommet along cord to proper location and into sealing well.
(h) Attach cord clamp (observe clamp orientation as shown in Diagram 1), outer cord jacket must
extend fully under cord clamp, torque each cord clamp screw
between 15 to 20 in-lbs. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.
(i) Place back cover in position, torque each back cover screw between 12 to 18 in-lbs.
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.
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Ring Seal Position
Position de la
bague d’étanchéité
Posición del anillo de sellado
Inner seal
Joint interne
Sellado interno
Inner seal
Joint interne
Sellado interno
Cord Jacket
Gaine
Forro del cordón
Ring Seal
Bague d’etanchéité
Anillo de sellado
Cord Clamp
Collier de cordon
Abrazadera del cordón
Screws
Vis
To rnillos
*NOTE: Cord jacket must extend fully under cord clamp
*REMARQUE : tout le pourtour de la gaine doit être sous le collier de cordon
*NOTA : El forro del cordón debe estar totalmente extendido debajo de la abrazadera
Screws / Vis /Tornillos
Back Cover / Coquille / Cubierta posterior
Diagram 1 – Schéma 1 – Diagrama 1
INSTALLATION
ENGLISH
Table - Grommet and Clamp Size
Wire
Gauge
No. of
Conductors
Diameter
(nominal)
Maximum
Current
Grommet
Cord
Clamp
WIRE TYPE SJ
18 3 0.315" 10-Amps
SMALL -
I.D. 0.210"
SMALL
16 3 0.330" 13-Amps
SMALL -
I.D. 0.210"
SMALL
14 3 0.370" 15-Amps
SMALL -
I.D. 0.210"
SMALL
12 3 0.435" 20-Amps
SMALL -
I.D. 0.210"
SMALL
WIRE TYPE ST
18 3 0.365" 10-Amps
SMALL -
I.D. 0.210"
SMALL
16 3 0.391" 13-Amps
SMALL -
I.D. 0.210"
SMALL
14 3 0.550" 15-Amps
MEDIUM-
I.D. 0.310"
LARGE
12 3 0.597" 20-Amps
LARGE -
I.D. 0.475"
LARGE
ALLOWABLE CABLE OUTER JACKET DIAMETER FOR
GROMMET / CORD CLAMP:
SMALL: 0.315" - 0.435" MEDIUM: 0.550" LARGE: 0.597"
1. Plug device into energized receptacle.
a. AUTO-RESET devices: Pilot light goes ON
b. MANUAL-RESET devices: Press reset button and release - Pilot light goes ON.
2. Press test button - Pilot light must go OFF.
3. Press reset button and release - Pilot light must go ON for use.
CAUTION: DO NOT USE THIS DEVICE IF ABOVE TEST FAILS. TEST UNIT BEFORE EACH USE. DO NOT TEST THIS UNIT WITH THE CONNECTED LOAD IN THE "ON" POSITION.
LIMITED 2 YEAR WARRANTY AND EXCLUSIONS
Leviton warrants to the original consumer purchaser and not for the benefit of anyone else that this product at the time of its sale by Leviton is free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal and proper
use for two years from the purchase date. Leviton’s only obligation is to correct such defects by repair or replacement, at its option. For details visit www.leviton.com or call 1-800-824-3005. This warranty
excludes and there is disclaimed liability for labor for removal of this product or reinstallation. This warranty is void if this product is installed improperly or in an improper environment, overloaded, misused,
opened, abused, or altered in any manner, or is not used under normal operating conditions or not in accordance with any labels or instructions. There are no other or implied warranties of any kind, including
merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, but if any implied warranty is required by the applicable jurisdiction, the duration of any such implied warranty, including merchantability and fitness for
a particular purpose, is limited to two years. Leviton is not liable for incidental, indirect, special, or consequential damages, including without limitation, damage to, or loss of use of, any equipment,
lost sales or profits or delay or failure to perform this warranty obligation. The remedies provided herein are the exclusive remedies under this warranty, whether based on contract, tort or otherwise.
GARANTIE LIMITÉE DE 2 ANs ET EXCLUSIONS
Leviton garantit au premier acheteur, et uniquement au crédit du dit acheteur, que ce produit ne présente ni défauts de fabrication ni défauts de matériaux au moment de sa vente par Leviton, et n’en
présentera pas tant qu’il est utilisé de façon normale et adéquate, pendant une période de 2 ans suivant la date d’achat. La seule obligation de Leviton sera de corriger les dits défauts en réparant ou
en remplaçant le produit défectueux si ce dernier est retourné port payé, accompagné d’une preuve de la date d’achat, avant la fin de la dite période de 2 ans, à la Manufacture Leviton du Canada
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de main d’oeuvre encourus pour retirer et réinstaller le produit. Cette garantie sera nulle et non avenue si le produit est installé incorrectement ou dans un environnement inadéquat, s’il a été surchargé,
incorrectement utilisé, ouvert, employé de façon abusive ou modifié de quelle que manière que ce soit, ou s’il n’a été utilisé ni dans des conditions normales ni conformément aux directives ou étiquettes
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dommages indirects, particuliers ou consécutifs, incluant, sans restriction, la perte d’usage d’équipement, la perte de ventes ou les manques à gagner, et tout dommage-intérêt découlant du
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Leviton garantiza al consumidor original de sus productos y no para beneficio de nadie más que este producto en el momento de su venta por Leviton está libre de defectos en materiales o fabricación
por un período de dos años desde la fecha de la compra original. La única obligación de Leviton es corregir tales defectos ya sea con reparación o reemplazo, como opción. Para detalles visite www.
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instalado inapropiadamente o en un ambiente inadecuado, sobrecargado, mal usado, abierto, abusado o alterado en cualquier manera o no es usado bajo condiciones de operación normal, o no conforme
con las etiquetas o instrucciones. No hay otras garantías implicadas de cualquier otro tipo, incluyendo mercadotecnia y propiedad para un propósito en particular pero si alguna garantía
implicada se requiere por la jurisdicción pertinente, la duración de cualquiera garantía implicada, incluyendo mercadotecnia y propiedad para un propósito en particular, es limitada a dos años. Leviton
no es responsable por daños incidentales, indirectos, especiales o consecuentes, incluyendo sin limitación, daños a, o pérdida de uso de, cualquier equipo, pérdida de ventas o ganancias
o retraso o falla para llevar a cabo la obligación de esta garantía. Los remedios provistos aquí son remedios exclusivos para esta garantía, ya sea basado en contrato, agravio o de otra manera.