In other words, the outlet in GFCI can be turn ON/OFF via upper switch in the GFCI combo. To do this, simply connect the upper wire (there are two builtin wires on the back side of GFCI) to the line terminal of GFCI while the second wire should be wired to the incoming line (phase, live or hot) wire.
How do you wire a GFCI outlet with a switch?
How do I wire a switch to control a GFCI Receptacle?
- Place the switch in the hot wire going to the “line” side of the GFCI outlet.
- Run the neutral wire uninterrupted to the “line” side of the GFCI outlet.
- Connect ground wires as usual, switch and outlet.
Can you have a GFCI on a switch?
GFCIs receptacles cannot be switched, nor can they be split. Best bet is to use a GFCI breaker in the panel, then you can use regular receptacles that you can split and switch, and everything will be protected.
What wires go where on GFCI?
The line connection is used for all GFCI outlet installations. The circuit’s hot wire (typically colored black or red) connects to the black or brass-colored screw terminal marked LINE. The white neutral wire connects to the silver-colored screw terminal marked LINE.
Can a GFCI be on the same circuit as a light switch?
Electrically there is no problem with powering the light with the hot and neutral feed to the GFCI receptacle. You could use pigtails to the receptacle line (and not use the load connection) and to the light switch so the lights would’t go out if the GFCI receptacle tripped.
Can lights be on a GFCI circuit?
Code requires one lighting outlet at each exterior door. If an outdoor light is in a damp location, it must be listed appropriately. Likewise, wet locations must use light fixtures approved for wet locations. Plug-in lighting must plug into an approved GFCI receptacle designed for the area.
Do light switches need to be GFCI protected?
You might not be aware of it, but your bathroom lights could pose a safety hazard in the event that you have an electrical short. This is because GFCI (ground fault circuit interruption) protection is only required for outlets and switches, not light fixtures unless they are above the shower area.
Can you connect a dimmer switch to GFCI outlet?
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For example, a lighting fixture may be controlled by a dimmer switch with power supplied by the “Load” terminal of the GFI. You can connect a dimmer switch with basic electrical circuit knowledge and the proper tools.
