Maintenance Guides / Safety & Electrical

Test outdoor outlet GFCI

Difficulty: easyTime: 10 mins

Why it matters

Outdoor exposure to rain trips GFCIs more often; regular testing catches early failures.

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How to do it

  • 1

    Walk to each outdoor outlet.

  • 2

    Press Test button firmly.

  • 3

    Power should shut off immediately.

  • 4

    Press Reset to restore power.

  • 5

    Plug in lamp to verify operation.

  • 6

    If outlet trips frequently, check for water exposure.