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GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter)


Term
GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter)

Abbreviation
GFCI

Definition
GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) is a device that shuts off an electric power circuit when it detects that current is flowing along an unintended path, such as through water or a person.

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