Originally Posted by
Jack Wingo
Recently, had a GFCI receptacle that tripped when the 'Test Button' was pushed, however, using a Sure Test or a Sperry tester, in that receptacle and other receptacles down current, the breaker would not trip. Which test is accurate, the handheld testers or the test button.
I do recall at a Florida Association of Bldg Inspectors meeting, we had a Leviton rep, give a presentation and he said the builtin test button was an accurate indicator.
As always I would appreciate your assistance.