TECHNICAL APPLICATION NOTE
SmartlockPro Self-Test
GFCI Indicators
DEFINITION
Receptacle
Outlet
RESET
RESET
TEST
TEST
TEST
button
TEST MONTHLY
TEST MENSUEL
RESET
button
FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS
SUIVEZ INSTRUCTION
This self-test GFCI receptacle tests itself
periodically to confirm the GFCI is operating
properly. If the self-test circuitry detects a failure,
the GFCI receptacle provides a visual and/or
audio indicator to the user to replace the GFCI.
This application note details potential indicators
and the related necessary actions.
Outlet
Trip Indicator Light
Mounting
Bracket
INSTALLATION TEST INDICATORS
The following describes the indications
that can appear when the GFCI is initially
installed and connected to power.
Status Indicator Light
Self Grounding Clip
This GFCI is shipped from the factory in the tripped condition and cannot be reset until it is wired correctly and power is
supplied to the device. The device has two LED lights. Once installed, either both lights will appear or no light will appear.
The chart below details the indicators, the reasons for the indicators, and the action to be taken under these scenarios.
STATUS INDICATOR LIGHT
TRIP INDICATOR LIGHT
ACTION
DETAILS
Green
Amber
Manually press the RESET
button to power the device.
If the GFCI does not RESET,
replace GFCI.
When powered up, the GFCI will conduct a
self-test. The green status indicator confirms
that it has passed the self-test. Amber
indicates the GFCI is in the tripped state
and installed correctly.
Off
Off
Manually press the TEST
button. Amber light should
come on. Press the RESET
button. If the GFCI does not
RESET, replace GFCI.
1. GFCI may be wired incorrectly, check for
line/load reversal. OR
2. There is no power due to trip at the circuit
breaker.
Leviton Manufacturing Co., Inc.
201 North Service Road, Melville, NY 11747
Telephone: 1-800-323-8920 • FAX: 1-800-832-9538 • Tech Line (8:30AM-7:00PM E.T Monday-Friday): 1-800-824-3005
Visit our Website at: www.leviton.com
© 2011 Leviton Manufacturing Co., Inc. All rights reserved. Subject to change without notice.
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FRONT VIEW
SmartlockPro Self-Test GFCI Indicators
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OPERATING INDICATORS
The following indicators can be observed once
it is confirmed the GFCI has been wired correctly
and has been put into service.
STATUS INDICATOR LIGHT
TRIP INDICATOR LIGHT
ACTION
DETAILS
Green
Off
None. GFCI is functioning
normally.
The GFCI is in the RESET state. Self-test
passed. Protected power is available.
Green
Amber
Manually press the RESET
button to power the device.
If the GFCI does not RESET,
replace GFCI.
The GFCI is in the tripped state either from
the detection of a fault or from a manual
trip using the TEST button. When the GFCI
is in the tripped state, the self-test no
longer conducts a test every 15 minutes
(will not test again until reset).
While resetting, the Status Indicator will
flash several times from red to green for
approximately twenty seconds before
going to solid green. This is an indication
of repeated self-tests being conducted
once the GFCI has been reset.
Off
Amber
Replace GFCI.
The self-test circuitry is not functioning.
Red (blinks) + Beep
Off
Manually press the TEST
button to shut off the beep.
Replace GFCI.
The self-test circuitry has detected a
potential loss of GFCI protection. GFCI needs
to be manually tripped to shut off the audible
alarm. The GFCI will then prevent reset and
needs to be replaced.
Red (blinks)
Amber
Replace GFCI.
The self-test circuitry has detected a
potential loss of GFCI protection. The GFCI
is in the tripped state and will not be providing
power to either the GFCI receptacle face or
downstream receptacles. The GFCI reset
lockout mechanism will prevent reset.
The device needs to be replaced.
Off
Off
Manually press the TEST
button. Amber light should
come on. Press the RESET
button. If the GFCI doesn’t
reset, Replace GFCI.
There is no power due to trip at the circuit
breaker OR there is no power available on the
circuit. Check circuit breaker to confirm power.
If power is confirmed and the GFCI does not
reset, the GFCI needs to be replaced.
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SmartlockPro Self-Test GFCI Indicators
Once the device is installed correctly there are a number of indicators to show different states of the GFCI. The chart below
details the indicators, the reasons for the indicators, and the action to be taken under these scenarios.
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NOTE: Although the SmartlockPro Self-Test GFCI is designed to perform a self-test every 15 minutes in the RESET state, it is recommended that a
manual test be performed every month by pressing the TEST button. If the Amber Trip Indicator Light does not come ON when the TEST button is
depressed or if the GFCI cannot be reset, it must be replaced.
Leviton Manufacturing Co., Inc.
201 North Service Road, Melville, NY 11747-3138
Telephone: 1-800-323-8920 • Fax: 1-800-832-9538 • Tech Line: (8:30AM-7:00PM E.T. Monday-Friday): 1-800-824-3005
Leviton Manufacturing of Canada, Ltd.
165 Hymus Boulevard, Pointe Claire, Quebec H9R 1E9 • Telephone: 1-800-469-7890 • Fax: 1-800-563-1853
Leviton S. de R.L. de C.V.
Lago Tana 43, Mexico DF, Mexico CP 11290 • Tel. (+52) 55-5082-1040 • Fax. (+52) 5386-1797 • www.leviton.com.mx
Visit our website at www.leviton.com
© 2011 Leviton Manufacturing Co., Inc. All rights reserved. Subject to change without notice.
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