Leviton smart GFCI outlet

Leviton announced the launch of the smart GFCI – or Ground-Fault Circuit Interrupter – outlet, the latest addition to the company’s portfolio of smart products.

“Our new smart GFCI outlet provides the protection every home needs,” said Stacy Genovese, associate product manager at Leviton. “Against the hazards of electric shock and electrocution.”

The smart outlet does this by, “interrupting power if a ground-fault is detected, coupled with the added convenience of instantly alerting homeowners when a trip occurs,” said Genovese.

The outlet provides, “peace of mind to users by sending notifications via the My Leviton app, directly to their smartphone if the GFCI trips due to a ground-fault,” said the Melville, New York-based lighting and electrical solutions firm.

Additionally, the app provides at-a-glance details on protection status including if a ground-fault has occurred or if the GFCI is in test mode.

The My Leviton app can also identify exactly which smart GFCI has tripped in homes with multiple smart GFCI outlets installed.

The outlet, which includes an optional audible alarm that can be enabled or silenced, is an upgrade to the company’s GFCI outlet with Audible Trip Alert.

It complements the firm’s Decora smart product line and can be combined with other My Leviton-enabled devices to build a whole home smart solution reflective of today’s connected lifestyle, said the company.

For added safety, the device features the company’s patented Reset Lockout feature which prevents reset if the GFCI is not wired or operating correctly.

Tamper-resistant shutters help to prevent the insertion of unintended foreign objects for enhanced child protection.

“It is ideal for remotely monitoring critical appliances, so homeowners can take immediate action in the event the GFCI trips and cuts power,” said Genovese.