Wiring a GFCI Powerbar/Remote Outlets

[kdpuffer]

well that's easy but can be a pain turn off the breaker in the panel take the plugs off one at a time till you find the plug that when taken off cuts power to the rest of them it helps to use s lamp or radio for this even better is a voltage detector like you see mike holmes using on holmes on homes in which case you take them all off and then test each wire till the tool beeps at you or you can write down the panel info and go to home depot and get a gfci breaker if you want further info I am an electrician send me an email k.d.puffer@gmail.com

[pjoziasse]

As an alternative to replacing a regular outlet with a GFCI outlet (requiring you to turn the power off at the circuit breaker), you can purchase a GFCI protected power bar (I got mine from Rona) that you simply plug into a regular socket. Mine has four outlets on the power bar which are all GFCI protected. This gives you a minimum of 15 amps protected by the GFCI, assuming there is no other current draw on that circuit.

[Der_Iron_Chef]

I looked for GFCI powerbars at Rona....which one did you buy, specifically?

[Lance]

Originally Posted by Der_Iron_Chef

I looked for GFCI powerbars at Rona....which one did you buy, specifically?

I found a Noma 4-outlet GFCI powerbar at Can Tire. Can't remember the price but very reasonable. (minimum 15 amps)

[pjoziasse]

The one I bought only has the label "Pro-Power" on it - yellow with black handles on either end, test and reset buttons, and a master power on/off switch. If I recall correctly, it was around $40.

[iansfishy]

I spent 50 bucks and bought the Noma GFCI power bar and two really good Noma eight outlet power bars had them for a couple months and never had a problem

[michika]

Did you buy anything yet? I think we have two GFCIs kicking around that need to go. I think they are even wired up aready. If I can find them again I'll trade you for a coffee.