| 摘要 |
The present invention provides a novel circuit interrupting device which is capable of performing an automatic end-of-life test using a status test switch (KR- 1 ), when the device is properly wired and the reset button is at a tripped state. The present invention is further characterized by its novel reset mechanism using a reset start switch (KR- 4 ), which comprises a spring piece, a conductive pin, and a 7-shaped metal piece. Additionally, the present invention provides a novel electrical connection between an input power end, an output power end, and a user accessible end to establish or discontinue electricity in the circuit interrupting device. Furthermore, the present invention provides a novel test mechanism which uses a test button in connection with a rotatable lever to provide a dual test function to either test the components of the circuit interrupting device when the power is on and the reset button is at a reset state, or provide a mechanical trip when the reset button cannot be tripped by artificially generating an electric leakage current. Finally, the present invention provides a method to monitor the end-of-life of the device.
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