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How to Test an AFCI

Posted 02.03.2015 in Home Safety

Arc fault circuit interrupters (AFCIs) provide advanced protection against electrical fires, but only if they are working properly.  Follow these easy steps to test your AFCIs every month.

How to test your Arc Fault Circuit Interrupter: Step 1 1.  Test AFCIs when your power is on.
How to test your Arc Fault Circuit Interrupter: Step 2 2.  Open the electrical service panel.
How to test your Arc Fault Circuit Interrupter: Step 3 3.  With the breaker switch in the ON position,
     press the AFCI TEST  button. 
How to test your Arc Fault Circuit Interrupter: Step 4 4.  The AFCI should trip, causing the switch to
     move to either the OFF position or the
     TRIP position if the breaker includes one.
How to test your Arc Fault Circuit Interrupter: Step 5 5.  If it trips, the AFCI is working.  
     Turn it OFF and then ON again to reset.
How to test your Arc Fault Circuit Interrupter: Step 6 6.  If the AFCI does not trip: 
     contact a licensed electrician to replace it.

 

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