Model Number: GPG715-TR
Brand Name: GP
Key Specifications/Special Features:
Arc Fault Circuit Interrupter (AFCI)Outlet is an important addition to a home’s electrical system because it is designed to recognize many types of potentially dangerous arc-faults and respond by interrupting power to help prevent arc-faults that may lead to a fireAFCIs reduce the chances of the electrical system BECOMING an ignition source of a fireAFCI outlets ideally should be installed as the first outlet in a branch circuitA branch circuit is the wiring within the walls that runs from the circuit breaker to outlets throughout the house. AFCI outlets provide “feed-through protection”, meaning anything installed or plugged into an outlet from that location in the circuit to the end of the branch receives the same level of arc-fault protection
However, note that when replacing outlets it is not necessary to double back and find the first outlet–homeowners may simply make the replacement with an AFCI outlet
Electrical specifications:
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Dielectric voltage: withstands 2000V per UL498
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Temperature rise: max 30C after 250 cycles OL at 200 percent rated current
Environmental specifications:
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Flammability: rated V-2 per UL94
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Operating temperature: -35C to +66C
Material specifications:
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Face material: thermoplastic
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Body material: polycarbonate
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Line contacts: brass double-wipe .031 thick
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Terminal screws: plated steel
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Grounding screw: plated steel
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Yoke: zinc-plated steel
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Clamps: brass
Product features:
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Series: AFTR1
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Amperage: 15 Amp
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Voltage: 125 volt
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NEMA: 5-15R
Feature: tamper-resistant:
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Pole: 2
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Wire: 3
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Termination: back & side
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Grounding: self-grounding
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Color: ivory
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Strap material: galvanized steel
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Standards and certifications: UL/CSA
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Warranty: 2-year limited
- Use of test and reset buttons is similar to traditional GFCI receptacles of which consumers have become familiar with. This translates into greater acceptance of the technology and a more user-friendly platform
- Automatically tests the AFCI every time the reset button is depressed; the AFCI will not reset if the AFCI circuit is not functioning properly
- A line-load reversal diagnostic feature is provided which prevents the AFCI from being reset and stops power from being fed to the AFCI receptacle face or through to downstream devices; a green LED indicator on the AFCI’s face also illuminates to alert the installer to a line-load wiring reversal when the device is in the tripped state