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Is it a problem to have a washing machine plugged into a GFCI outlet?

I have heard conflicting information about the proper receptacle type for clothes washing machines. Appliance repairmen have told me not to plug in to GFCIs, while electric code mandates that receptacles in laundry rooms be GFCI protected. NEC…
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GFCI and switch in one box, separate functions

I have a GFCI in a box and a light switch that controls an exhaust fan, and the switch works but the GFCI doesn't, and that GFCI is linked to other plugs that no longer work. Can some one tell me how to hook the GFCI up the the power line without…
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How to find out which GFI outlet is the 1st in line from the breaker to the plugs? There are 3 GFI plugs in total

Outside GFI outlet on porch started tripping the breaker in the house. It won't test or reset & the buttons don't want to work and has burnt the outlets on an extension surge protector strip with a 1500 watt small space heater. All the wires are on…
Cheri D.-Fite
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Why does the broiler of my Frigidaire induction range trip my GFI breaker, on ground fault, after 6-8 minutes?

With my Frigidaire induction range, new in 2021, the broiler tripped the Siemens 40A, 2-pole, 240V GFI breaker after the broiler operated for 6-8 minutes. No other mode of operation – with burners and/or oven, even with much higher amperage –…
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I have a three wire 220 volt GFI apparatus. I need to attach this to a four wire in and four wire out how do I do this to get the adequate protection?

I have a four wire 220 volt line going to a pier. I have a three wire 220 volt GFI to use to protect this pier how do I hook it up how do I provide the protection? Again how do I wire it up? I am new at this so please bear with me the line to the…
Dan Travis
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Can I put a junction box between the panel and a GFI?

I want to put a junction box between the panel and a GFI on a 15 Amp designated circuit. Any issues with this?
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