21296.B - Wall socket Vimar - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Wall socket with GFCI
Brand	Vimar
Model	21296.B
Socket Configuration	Double 2P+E (two outlets)
Standard	American (NEMA)
Rated Voltage	125 V ~ 60 Hz
Rated Current	15 A
GFCI Class	Class A (trip at 6 mA)
Mounting	Built-in mounting frame, for 3-module cover plate
Compatible Cover Plates	Eikon Evo, Arké, Idea, Plana
Wiring Material	Copper or copper-clad wire only
Safety Features	GFCI protection against ground faults; trip test button
Monthly Test	Press TEST then RESET to ensure proper operation
End of Life Indication	Consistent tripping indicates replacement needed
Installation Requirement	Must be installed by a skilled person per national and local codes
Application	Not for circuits powering life support equipment

Frequently Asked Questions - 21296.B Vimar

How do I test the GFCI receptacle after installation?

Plug a lamp or radio into the GFCI and turn on power. Press the RESET button; the device should turn on. Then press the TEST button; the device should turn off. Press RESET again to restore power.

What does LINE/LOAD reversal mean and how do I fix it?

If the GFCI cannot reset or power remains on after pressing TEST, you may have reversed LINE and LOAD connections. Turn off power, check wiring against the diagram, and swap the connections if necessary.

Can I use this GFCI to protect other outlets downstream?

Yes, if the GFCI is placed at the first outlet in the circuit (position A), it will protect all receptacles on the load side. Check which outlets lose power when you press TEST to identify protected outlets.

How often should I test the GFCI?

Test the GFCI every month by pressing the TEST button, then RESET to restore power. If it fails to reset, replace the device.

Does the GFCI protect against overloads or short circuits?

No, the GFCI only protects against ground faults. It does not prevent shocks from touching live wires on a non-conducting surface, nor does it protect against overloads or short circuits.

Can I install this GFCI on a circuit powering life support equipment?

No, do not install this GFCI on a circuit that powers life support equipment, as tripping would shut down the equipment.

What type of wire can I use with this receptacle?

Use only copper or copper-clad wire. Do not use aluminum wire.

What should I do if the GFCI trips consistently?

Consistent tripping indicates the GFCI has reached end of life and must be replaced. Also check for wiring errors or loose connections.

Does the GFCI come pre-assembled?

The GFCI is shipped in a tripped state and can only be reset after correct wiring and power supply. It includes a built-in mounting frame but requires a separate 3-module cover plate.

What cover plates are compatible with this GFCI?

The GFCI fits Vimar cover plates: Eikon Evo, Arké, Idea, and Plana. For Eikon Evo, you may need to remove side lugs as shown in the manual.

USER MANUAL 21296.B Vimar

Double 2P+E 15A 125 V\~ 60 Hz socket outlet, American standard, with ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) and built-in mounting frame, to complete with 3-module cover plate.

DESCRIPTION.

A GFCI receptacle is different from conventional receptacles. In the event of a ground fault, a GFCI will trip and quickly stop the flow of electricity to prevent serious injury.

CHARACTERISTICS.

• Rated voltage 125 V\~60 Hz.
• Rated current corresponding to the socket outlet standard 15 A.
  • GFCI Class A (trip 6 mA or more).

ATTENTION:

If you install the device in the Eikon Evo cover plate, make sure to remove the side lugs as shown in the picture beside.

Definition of a ground fault:

Instead of following its normal safe path, electricity passes through a person's body to reach the ground. For example, a defective appliance can cause a ground fault. A GFCI receptacle does not protect against circuit overloads, short circuits, or shocks. For example, you can still be shocked if you touch bare wires while standing on a non-conducting surface, such as a wood floor.

TEST YOUR WORK.

Why perform this test?

• If you miswired the GFCI, it may not prevent personal injury or death due to a ground fault. (electrical shock).
• If you mistakenly connect the LINE wires to the LOAD terminals, the GFCI will still operate like an ordinary receptacle, but it will not interrupt a ground fault.

Procedure:

(a) This GFCI is shipped from the factory in the tripped condition and can not be reset until it is wired correctly and power is supplied to the device. Plug a lamp or radio into the GFCI (and leave it plugged in). Turn the power ON at the service panel. Press the RESET button fully, make sure the lamp or radio is ON. If the lamp or radio is still OFF or the RESET button can not be engaged, go to the Troubleshooting section because LINE and LOAD wiring connection have been reversed.
(b) Press the TEST button fully, the GFCI will trip and the lamp or radio will be OFF. To restore power, press the RESET button.
(c) If you installed your GFCI using CONNECTION B, plug a lamp or radio into surrounding receptacles to see which one(s), in addition to the GFCI, lost power when you pressed the TEST button. Do Not plug life saving devices into any of the receptacles that lost power. Place a "GFCI Protected" sticker on every receptacle that lost power. Then press the RESET button to reset the GFCI.
(d) Press the TEST button (then RESET button) every month to assure proper operation. If the GFCI can not be reset, then it must be replaced.
(a) If the GFCI consistently trips it indicates end of life and GFCI must be replaced.

TROUBLESHOOTING.

Turn the power OFF and check the wire connections against the appropriate wiring diagram in step CONNECTION A or CONNECTION B. Make sure that there are no loose wires or loose connections. Also, it is possible that you reversed the LINE and LOAD connections. LINE/LOAD reversal will be indicated by power remaining ON at the GFCI after you press the GFCI's TEST button. Reverse the LINE and LOAD connections if necessary. Start the test from the beginning if you rewired any connections to the GFCI.

CAUTION.

To prevent severe shock or electrocution always turn the power OFF at the service panel before working with wiring.

• Use this GFCI receptacle with copper or copper-clad wire. Do not use it with aluminum wire.
• Do not install this GFCI receptacle on a circuit that powers life support equipment because if the GFCI trips it will shut down the equipment.

Must be installed by a skilled person in accordance with national and local electrical codes.

FRONT VIEW BACK VIEW

PLACEMENT IN CIRCUIT:

The GFCI's place in the circuit determines if it protects other receptacles in the circuit.

SAMPLE CIRCUIT:

graph TD
    A["Service Panel"] --> B["LINE LOAD"]
    B --> C["LINE LOAD"]
    C --> D["LINE LOAD"]
    D --> E["Line C"]
    style A fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style B fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
    style C fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style D fill:#fcc,stroke:#333

Placing the GFCI in position A will also provide protection to "load side" receptacles B and C. On the other hand, placing the GFCI in position C will not provide protection to receptacles A or B. Remember that receptacles A, B and C can be in different rooms.

VIMAR

Eikon Evo	Arké	Idea	Plana
21296	19296	16296	14296