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Electrical Installation and Maintenance
Guided Learning Activity Kit
Select Wiring Devices Used for Floor
And Ground Fault Interrupter
Quarter 3 - Week 1

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Electrical Installation and Maintenance NC – Grade 10
Guided Learning Activity Kit
Select Wiring Devices for Floor and Ground Fault Interrupter
Quarter 3- Week 1

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 Select Wiring Devices for Floor
and Ground Fault Interrupter

Introduction

Have you experienced touching on “grounded” washing machine,

refrigerator, microwave oven, electric stove, and other appliances or even
switches and connections? This can pose greater risk of being electrocuted in
wet floors or part of human body that touches on the grounded surface.
“Ground” or earth is the return point of excess current from a circuit. An
appliance can cause electrocution when not properly grounded. But even
most appliances have “ground” or “neutral wire”, danger and accident can
possibly happen even when you are taking extra care, such as when “hot
wire” accidentally touches into a metal or human body.
Control and protection devices are becoming primary concern with
regards to fire and electric shock hazard and safety at home. Ground Fault
Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) automatically shuts off the circuit when there is a
leakage to ground which protects lives from sudden electrocution, while
circuit breaker automatically shuts off the circuit when there are overheating,
short-circuit, and overloading in electronic appliances to prevent danger from
fire. These two have different function and technically, device standard like
voltage class, current rating, and types of device to be used. Also, different
parts of the house have different wiring device needed, because of locations
and conditions, like water from toilet and faucet in anyway and somehow
could touch into a ground and can be potentially danger and life-threatening
to others. That is why appropriate wiring device, such as switches, is
necessary in various locations especially in kitchen, toilet, garage, outdoors
and others.

Learning Competency

Core Competencies
Lesson 1

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 LO 1: Select Wiring Devices for Floor and Ground Fault
Interrupter
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Objectives

At the end of this Guided Learning Activity Kit, you should be able to:

1. Identify wiring materials and devices to be used based on

job requirement
2. Distinguish wiring materials and devices to be used based
on job requirement.
3. Select wiring devices used for floor and ground fault
interrupter.

Review

Before we begin our lesson, let us check what you have already
known about this topic. Choose the letter of the best answer and write it on
separate sheet of paper.

_____1. It is any associated material for connecting end of stock securely.

a. Fitting b. Ground c. Rigid d. Wire ways
_____2. It is used for mounting a convenience outlet on walls.
a. Junction Box b. Frames c. Utility Box d. Fitting
_____3. It is used for splitting conductors and splices.
a. Utility Box b. Fastening Device c. Junction Box d. Adhesive
_____4. What type of conduit is designed to lessen or eliminate fire hazard
and electrical accident?
a. Electrical Metallic Tubing c. Polyvinyl Chloride
b. Rigid Steel Conduit d. Armored Cable (BX)
_____5. What Republic Act that penalizes the pilferage of electrical
transmission and materials?
a. RA 7832 b. RA 4862 c. RA 5826 d. RA 6838
_____6. It is the minimum size of conduit which can be installed in
industrial occupancies.
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a. ½” b. 3 /4” c. 1” d. 1 ½”
_____7. It is a type of fitting which is used to change direction.
a. connector b. coupling c. adaptor d. elbow
_____8. What electrical materials are used for the installation of electrical
wiring fixtures like switches, receptacles and for making electrical
termination?
a. Utility Box b. Square Box c. Junction Box d. Electrical Boxes
______9. What code is responsible for setting the rules and regulations
which govern all electrical wiring installations wherein standard and
specifications must be followed?
a. Municipal Code c. Philippine Electrical Code
b. Local Code d. National Electrical Code
______10. What types of electrical conduit are designed to protect the
electrical wiring of building from electrical hazard due to faulty wiring?
a. Electrical Metallic Tubing c. Polyvinyl Chloride
b. Rigid Steel Conduit d. Flexible Metallic Tubing

Discussion

Selecting Wiring Devices for Floor and Ground Fault

Interrupter

Proper wiring devices for floor and Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter
(GFCI) are necessary to prevent fire and possible electrocution. These devices
serve as protection of both appliances/equipment and life. Various
appliances and equipment are usually plug into a receptacle or outlet which
have different voltage classification, current rating, types, and uses of device.
Prior knowledge about the wiring device in a circuit and appliances’ ratings
could be a safe ground.

Receptacle or Electrical outlet

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 It is meant to power electrical appliances and equipment through an
opening or series of openings connected to a wired power source.  Electrical
outlets are usually installed in the wall, although they can also be installed
in the floor. It is sometimes found in the ceiling for powering devices such
as garage door openers or neon signs in storefront windows.

Common House Wiring Receptacle

1. 125 Volt Receptacle

2. 250 Volt Receptacles

Duplex Receptacles (3 wires):

The most common type of receptacle used in residential wiring is a
duplex receptacle rated for 15 amperes at 125 volts, but there is also 20A
at 250 volts. It consists of two single receptacles on the
same mounting strap. As many of these devices are
installed close to ground level, Tamper-
Resistant (T-R) receptacles are required in
some locations to protect children.

Note: Some receptacles are rated only for 15-

Amp circuits and some are 20-Amp circuits. 20-Amp electrical
receptacles may be designed to only accept plugs for 20-Amp appliances
(which may have a different plug-spade configuration in which one of the
plug terminals is twisted to be at 90 degrees to the other).

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 Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) is a mechanical device
which will open the circuit and end the flow of electricity. In general,
GFCI devices are installed in any wet/damp environment, such as
kitchens and bathrooms, garage outlets, crawls spaces and unfinished
basements.

The GFCI breaks the electric power with an excess of 5 milliampere

within as little as 1/40 of a second. GFCI monitors the difference in
current flowing into the “hot” and out to the grounded neutral
conductors. The difference will flow back through any available path,
such as the equipment-grounding conductor, and through a person
holding the tool, if the person is in contact with a grounded object. It also
provides protection against fires, overheating and destruction of
insulation on wiring. They are also required in any outdoor application.
GFCI devices can be installed in any area of your home for added
protection.

Types of Grounded Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)

Components Type Function
Receptacle This type of GFCI is used in
place of the standard duplex
receptacle found throughout
the house. It fits into the
standard outlet box and
protects you against "ground
faults” whenever an electrical
appliance is plugged into the
outlet. GFCI outlet could be
125-volt and/or 250 volts,
single-phase, 15- and 20-
ampere receptacles. It has a
test (black) and reset (red)
button.
Circuit In homes equipped with circuit
Breaker breakers rather than fuses, a
circuit breaker GFCI may be
installed in a panel box to give
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 protection to selected circuits.
The circuit breaker GFCI serves
a dual purpose - not only will it
shut off electricity in the event
of a "ground-fault," but it will
also trip when a short circuit or
an over-load occurs. Protection
covers the wiring and each
outlet, lighting fixture, heater,
etc. served by the branch
circuit protected by the GFCI in
the panel box.
Portable Portable type GFCIs come in
several styles, all designed for
easy transport. Some are
designed to plug into existing
non-GFCI outlets, or connect
with a cord and plug
arrangement. The portable type
also incorporates a no-voltage
release device that will
disconnect power to the outlets
if any supply conductor is
open. Units approved for
outdoor use will be in
enclosures suitable for the
environment. If exposed to
rain, they must be listed as
waterproof.

Guide to select wiring devices

1. Select one recognized industry manufacturer.
2. Look for a project with a multi-year warranty.
3. Make sure that there is an easy and clear way to contact the
manufacturers support.
4. Check for a connected equipment damage warranty.
5. Always ask for manufacturer’s manual.
6. Select wiring devices which are well-made and durable.
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 7. Select materials that are easy to use and install.
8. Select wiring devices according to the job requirements.

Activities

Guided Practice 1

Give different types of Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter and its uses.

1.____________________________________
2.____________________________________
3._____________________________________

Guided Practice 2

Based on our lesson, why is necessary to select wiring device for floor
and Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter? Write your answer on a separate
sheet of paper.

Independent Practice

Make an interview with a qualified electrician or electrical engineer

about wiring devices voltage classification, current ratings, types, and uses.
Write your answer on separate sheet of paper.

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 Assessment

A. Multiple Choice. Choose the letter of the best answer. Write your answers
on a separate sheet of paper.

1. This type of wiring device is intended to protect the appliances/equipment

and the people from ground leakage.
a. Circuit breaker
b. GFCI
c. Receptacles
d. Switch
2. Which of the following receptacle has T-slot configuration?
a. 20 amperes
b. 15 amperes
c. 30 amperes
d. 50 amperes
3. Which of the following GFCI devices can be plug and move into convenience
outlets or ordinary outlets?
a. GFCI receptacle
b. Portable GFCI
c. Circuit breaker GFCI
d. GFCI wiring device
4. This device senses the imbalance between “hot” wire and neutral connected
to a ground.
a. Receptacle
b. Ground
c. GFCI
d. Circuit breaker
5. It is a wiring device that shuts off electricity in the event of ground-fault,
short-circuit, and overload.
a. Circuit breaker
b. GFCI
c. Receptacles
d. Switch

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B. Choose the missing word/s inside the box to complete the sentence. Write
your answer on a separate sheet of paper.

Current rating Manufacturer Job

requirements
Manufacturer’s manual Warranty Wiring devices

1. ________________ must be easily used and installed.

2. In selecting wiring device, appropriate voltage class, ____________, and
types must be considered.
3. Wiring device used must be appropriate to the ________________.
4. _________________ helps in proper and faster assembly of wiring device.
5. Recognized industry _______________ is highly recommended.

Reflection

Make a

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Video Link:

A&N ConMaW. “How to Epson L3110 Printer Installation Driver”. April 3,

2020. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iENylIDPAlM

Techddictive. “Set up or Install a Printer on Windows 10| How-to” .

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E83yneh4xCA

Hetman Recovery. “How to Install or Safely Update Device Drivers for

Windows 10, 8, or 7”. January 22, 2018.
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Guided Practice 1
1 . D ownload drivers from the
manufacturer’s website .
2 . Using device Manager
3 . Using Third Party Software -
Rufus .
Assessment
A.
1 .a
2 .b
3 .a
4 .a
5 .a
B.
1 . 3
2 . 5
3 . 4
4 . 2
5 . 1
Key to Corrections
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tgMkCO20alw
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