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Leviton Expands GFCI Outlet Line with New Self-Testing Device

February 10, 2012 Written by Robert Robillard 2 Comments

Leviton SmartlockPro Slim GFCI Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter receptacles:

The folks at Leviton recently released the SmartlockPro Self-Test GFCI.  This GFCI automatically tests itself every 15 minutes to confirm that protected power is available, providing you and your family peace of mine.

The new device features a 25%  slimmer profile than traditional GFCI designs. The slim design solves the common issue of limited room in the electrical box.

The biggest safety feature to the new SmartlockPro Slim Self-Test GFCI is its Reset Lockout Technology, which prevents the resetting of the outlet if the GFCI cannot provide ground fault safety.  Additionally a bridge contact design provides individual sets contacts for GFCI receptacle face and additional receptacles down the line.

A self-test plus the two LED indicator lights and an audible tone signal GFCI status.

The SmartlockPro Self-Test GFCI is now available at electrical supply houses.

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Comments

  1. David Christensen says:
    February 16, 2012 at 7:23 pm

    Hello Robert -
    I wasn’t aware of the new self-testing GFCI receptacles. It sounds convenient enough and sounds safe in theory. My gut feeling about them is -if I had one installed, I would feel compelled to test it occasionally with an external testing device. Anything, of course, can malfunction. I just don’t feel I can trust them 100%.

    Something I would ponder, if it was mine -I wonder how the circuitry could stand up to transients over the longer term. That’s what would compel me to test it myself.

    My first visit to your site. My compliments to you on it. It looks like you have things covered very well.

    Dave C at Home and Garden 911 dot com

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    • Concord Carpenter says:
      February 18, 2012 at 7:05 am

      Hi David,

      Your point is well taken – thanks for stopping in. come back soon or check out the newsletter!

      Cheers, ROB

      Reply

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