Can this be used with GFCI outlets or is there notation on the back not to use it with them?
901422
There is no notation against using it on a GFCI. I agree with the previous answer that the circuit breaker would serve no purpose, but you might still want the expansion. There could be another issue though. This outlet has electrical prongs to plug into the top outlet of your existing outlet and a plastic post that plugs into the bottom ground. The distance from the center of the top ground and the bottom plastic post is 1.5 inches. Some ground fault outlets have a bigger space. In my house, I have two ground fault outlets: one fits this device and the other does not. If you really wanted to use it, I suppose you could cut off the plastic post - might make it wiggly. There is no notation against using it on a GFCI. I agree with the previous answer that the circuit breaker would serve no purpose, but you might still want the expansion. There could be another issue though. This outlet has electrical prongs to plug into the top outlet of your existing outlet and a plastic post that plugs into the bottom ground. The distance from the center of the top ground and the bottom plastic post is 1.5 inches. Some ground fault outlets have a bigger space. In my house, I have two ground fault outlets: one fits this device and the other does not. If you really wanted... » Read More There is no notation against using it on a GFCI. I agree with the previous answer that the circuit breaker would serve no purpose, but you might still want the expansion. There could be another issue though. This outlet has electrical prongs to plug into the top outlet of your existing outlet and a plastic post that plugs into the bottom ground. The distance from the center of the top ground and the bottom plastic post is 1.5 inches. Some ground fault outlets have a bigger space. In my house, I have two ground fault outlets: one fits this device and the other does not. If you really wanted to use it, I suppose you could cut off the plastic post - might make it wiggly. « Show Less
901423
Yes. You can use it but it makes no cense as GFCI has it's own braker. I have tea cattle and a big toaster and hoped it would trigger first. No luck - the breaker in the basement is faster.
901424
Like a previous person here, I could not get it to plug into a Ground Fault plug. The distance between plug outlets is different with Ground Fault plug outlets because of the buttons in the center.
1689696
Any outdoor outlets need to be properly connected to a GFCI ground fault circuit interrupter. You should not use it where it might get damp. Temporary use for a dry outdoor task may be okay.
830971
ANY "home"electrical wiring is bound by rules of Electrical wiring Code.Do NOT believe such an installation would comply with that Code.Also this item is only rated for 15 Amperes of current so safe usage of such outlet would be VERY limited to only small items.NO Refrigerator,freezer,microwave etc.In short....,though the concept is valid...such usage on a home would likely be improper,illegal,unsafe and in violation of National,state and local electrical Codes.Also such usage could negate your home insurance,and/or disconnection by Power company,by virtue of such violation.There are safe,legal alternatives. Any connection of a generator to a home is bound by a VERY strict Code. ANY "home"electrical wiring is bound by rules of Electrical wiring Code.Do NOT believe such an installation would comply with that Code.Also this item is only rated for 15 Amperes of current so safe usage of such outlet would be VERY limited to only small items.NO Refrigerator,freezer,microwave etc.In short....,though the concept is valid...such usage on a home would likely be improper,illegal,unsafe and in violation of National,state and local electrical Codes.Also such usage could negate your home insurance,and/or disconnection by Power company,by virtue of such... » Read More ANY "home"electrical wiring is bound by rules of Electrical wiring Code.Do NOT believe such an installation would comply with that Code.Also this item is only rated for 15 Amperes of current so safe usage of such outlet would be VERY limited to only small items.NO Refrigerator,freezer,microwave etc.In short....,though the concept is valid...such usage on a home would likely be improper,illegal,unsafe and in violation of National,state and local electrical Codes.Also such usage could negate your home insurance,and/or disconnection by Power company,by virtue of such violation.There are safe,legal alternatives. Any connection of a generator to a home is bound by a VERY strict Code. « Show Less
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In my opinion and interpretation of the NEC code 408.4, I don't think this is code compliant since it is essentially extending a plug permanently (ie. affixed to the house)using a plug in extension cord. I've also seen people use these in condos which is a big nono if it's not metal clad.
448317
I don't recommend exceeding the specified maximum amperage rating of the protector. You will damage the surge protector.
160513
The manual clearly warns against connecting this to an ungrounded unit. An ungrounded outlet is not only a safety risk to what you plug in it, but also completely negates any benefit of a surge protector.
2053401
I don't t think it should matter. Standard 110 v receptacle. I have standard 3 wire romex within the walls. I bought these late last fall . I have two on opposite sides of the house and have had no signs if ctitters since.
1235681
I have found that it depends. I have successfully used mine with some power strips, but not others, likely due to the differences in how the surge protection, if any, on the strip is accomplished electrically. I have also had success with extension cords and output expanders.
1461645
I have "whole-house" surge protection so I wasn't concerned with the capability of this unit. However, since you asked, I went back to the instructions that came with the unit. Under "Protections" it states: "USB circuits are equipped with over-load and short-circuit protections." That's it.
1191353
I would question the safety of using such a device in the bathroom. The law requires GFCI's and it would be easy to overload one with this. I would suggest replacing the outlet itself and/or adding more outlets to code. These devices are fine for lamps and such but when you start using them on hair dryers and such it is way to easy to overload the circuit.
2127384
Yes and yes. However, this device does not operate as a GFCI and does not take the place of a GFCI receptacle. You have to ask yourself: if there's a GFCI there now, why? You probably want to replace a GFCI with a GFCI. There must be some reason it's there. Do you understand what a GFCI is and how it works?
1092442
I believe so, but I'm no electrician. My understanding is that if something connected to the non-gfci plug strip blows a fuse, it could affect other devices on the strip. But the GCFI will protect everything from a more serious power surge or short circuit, which would originate from the outlet/your whole place/your whole neighborhood/etc.
1401911
Yes. If you have a GFCI this is there for a reason. For instance, GFCI are required in bathrooms and within a certain number of feet of the kitchen. Basically anywhere close to water. Even if you don't want a GFCI or even an outlet there, this may have been upstream from other outlets that are protected by the GFCI protection in the GFCI outlet you're removing. If you're not sure, you probably shouldn't be doing it... Check with an electrician to determine if you can replace the outlet with a breaker in the panel.
1533737
I think it would depend on the outlet type and stuff..i really don't know sorry!
730965
I am not an electrician so I don't exactly know what the "proper" use is ----- but I do have one plugged into the outlet on the wall and one plugged into an extension type cord/powerstrip because the size of the unit prevented me from using both plugs on the wall outlet. Hope that helps!
812493
On the side of the unit, it says "7-9 Volt", and a diagram for NEGATIVE CENTER. This is important because most wall adapters are positive-center, and using the wrong one might burn out the machine (unless the circuit designers went the extra mile to protect against that, which I'm not going to try to find out).
2011023
It can work for and outlet with the 2 screws but for me i could only attach it with one of the 2 screws. This is designed for a plug with two outlets and one center screw holding it on.