Can I move a GFCI receptacle?
The GFCI receptacle with the reset button in my TT is buried behind the television in the cabinet. Is there any problem with swapping it with one of the more accessible GFCI receptacle?
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enblethen wrote:
Yes, there is issues with moving it. The GFCI receptacle must be the first in the circuit.
One way is to install a GFCI breaker in the 120 volt distribution panel.
Not correct. The NEC does not require an entire circuit to be protected unless it is the only branch circuit. When more than one circuit exists, GFCI protection is only required in certain areas such as bathrooms, kitchen, exterior, etc. A receptacle in a TV cabinet does not have to be protected. Moving the GFCI to the next recptacle downstream is acceptable as wnjj suggests.
