Long Island City, New York, December 10, 2002 - Cooper
Wiring Devices has introduced an entirely redesigned line
of GFCI (ground fault circuit interrupter) receptacles.
Cooper's XGF-series meets all new UL (Underwriter's Laboratory)
943 safety standards scheduled to take effect on January
1, 2003, and indeed offers a broader range of protective
features than ever before.
Key among them is a new circuit design, which performs
a vital test function that prevents the device from being
reset in the event of reversed line-load wiring during
installation. In the past any reverse-wired GFCI could
go undetected and lead an end-user to believe they had
GFCI protection, when in actuality they did not. The new
XGF-series also contains a built-in indicator light for
positive identification of a ground fault occurrence,
which also serves as a secondary signal of correct wiring.
If the Cooper GFCI's electronics become damaged and unable
to detect a ground fault the device will, upon having
its test function performed, be prevented from resetting.
Added levels of surge protection, corrosion and moisture
resistance, and immunity from radio frequency interference,
plus larger, easier to use reset buttons have also been
included in the new design.
Other installer-favored features of the XGF-series include
a back wiring ground connection clamp for making safe,
reliable connections, plus a NEMA-maximum length mounting
strap that affords the best possible reach to wallboard
and reduces "floating" installations. Finally, eight internal
back wiring holes (2 per termination) help assure maximum
wiring flexibility and space in "crowded box" installations.
Securely housed in impact and chemical resistant nylon,
Cooper's new XGF-series GFCI is anticipated not only to
save considerable time and expense during initial installation,
but also provide long-lasting performance durability throughout
its service life.
For further information, ask for the new GFCI pamphlet
CWD 9-EDGFCITRIFOLD by faxing 860-584-4759, or emailing
cooperwiringdevices@mdfsystems.com.
Headquartered in Long Island City, New York, Cooper Wiring
Devices is a division of Cooper Industries that provides
over 10,000 electrical wiring device products for industrial,
commercial and residential applications. Web site: www.cooperwiringdevices.com.
PRESS CONTACT:
Andrew J. Lazarus
A. J. Lazarus Associates, Inc.
10 St. Marks Avenue, Unit 1
Brooklyn, NY 11217
718-789-1500
ajl@ajlazarusPR.com
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