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Why is the GFCI buzzing when you turn on the Breaker?
There's a few small parts inside a GFCI and also a small coil of cable. Electricity in an AC circuit can be considered to vibrate in the cables, this produces unnoticeable harmonics (vibrations/noise). However when a coil (cablewrapped around and around) has AC Current flowing through it these harmonics are increased and become noticeable (canbe heard).The noise coming out of your device is not a safety issue, it is not indicative of a fault with your electricity, however it is annoying.I shall now give a couple of reasons why it may be unavoidable.Resonance depends on many things... Materials the board and GFCI are mounted to being one. the overall measurements and position of the GFCI in relation to the materials around it being another. It might be that the board itself is spreading the sound wave.It may even be the tiniest spec of dust inside the GFCI itself, or that the GFCI'smounting bracket is a tiny bit loose.You may find you can slide The GFCI to one side or another, space permitting, inside your board (youmay have to remove a black plate from the front panel), and by just moving it to one side it may stop the noise all together.A rather unorthodox method of stopping this noise (dueto dust and other internal causes), is to give the GFCI a sharp rap on the front with a solid Item not a heavy item example:Don't use a hammer, also try not to hit the switches). something like a spoon or the handle of a screw driver should do the trick.(Source: Qualified electrician)Otherwise, your looking at maybe calling out an electrician to see if he can find where the sound is specifically coming from, and to put a piece of dampening material into your board.If in doubt, get an electrician out.
How do you install an electric pool pump I've already hooked up the wiring and it's been working fine for three month's. Then the breaker tripped now it keeps tripping when I try to turn pump back on?
=== === Any socket outlets or wiring to pumps, etc must be protected by a GFCI, not only by the main circuit breaker on the house AC power supply panel.Sounds like there is water somewhere in the circuit and that is causing the GFCI to keep tripping every time you press the RESET button. The GFCI is doing its job to protect you and your family from electrocution.Turn off all power at the main panel and then check all wiring, junction boxes, outlets, etc. in the circuit for water. Every part of the circuit must be allowed to dry thoroughly before the GFCI will allow you to reset it. Then be sure to protect any connections in the circuit from getting any water spray or splashes in future.Really this work should be done by a licensed electrician who will know exactly where to check and what to do to make your electric pool pump - and any socket outlets in the same circuit - safe to use in future.Is the distance from the panel to the pool very far or long, A ground fault breaker is looking for a difference in potential the longer the distance the more sensitive they become. What you may have to do is put a ground fault outlet by the pump and put the wiring in a regular breaker. IF YOU ARE NOT ALREADY SURE YOU CAN DO THIS JOBSAFELY AND COMPETENTLYREFER THIS WORK TO QUALIFIED PROFESSIONALS.If you do this work yourself, always turn off the powerat the breaker box/fuse panel BEFORE you attempt to do any work AND always use a meter or voltage indicator to insure the circuit is, in fact, de-energized.
What would happen if you tried to operate a dc permanent magnet motor from an ac supply?
Apart from a lot of loud humming, the motor would not turn, it would take a lot of current and, if the circuit breaker did not trip to cut the supply of current, it would probably overheat or might even catch on fire.
The transistor acts like a diode and?
Yes, the transistor acts like a diode. That is, essentially, what it does. What it also does, and what give it its added value and ability to amplify, is that the base current causes the collector-emitter "diode" junction to vary in its turn-on characteristic. With this ability, you can control a large current with a small current, and a small delta-current in the base causes a larger delta-current in the collector, the ratio being hFe, hence the term "gain".
4 fluorescent lights won't come on and 2 other fixtures do what causes this?
A. no power to the fixture that won't turn on. B bad electrical connection. c. burned out fluorescent lamps d. bad lamp holders e. bad ballast f. etc.
When the test button is pressed on a gfci outlet it sparks and trips two breakers in the main panel What could be the problem?
The sparking and tripping of two breakers in the main panel could indicate a wiring or grounding issue within the GFCI outlet. It's important to have a qualified electrician inspect and repair the outlet to prevent any potential hazards or damage.
Can you remove an outlet or hard wired fixture from a circuit for troubleshooting a GFCI I that won't reset?
Yes, you can remove the outlet or fixture from the circuit to isolate the issue with the GFCI. Make sure to turn off the power to the circuit before removing the outlet or fixture. Once it's disconnected, attempt to reset the GFCI to see if it resolves the issue.
Why would a GFCI outlet be buzzing or sparking even after nothing is connected to it?
A buzzing or sparking GFCI outlet could indicate a loose connection or internal fault. It is recommended to replace the outlet to prevent potential electrical hazards such as fire or electric shock. It is important to have a qualified electrician assess the situation to ensure proper installation and safety.
How do you test and reset a GFCI receptacle?
GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interruptor) A GFCI receptacle can be tested with the built-in test button, which will cause a small ground fault, tripping a properly working device. GFCI receptacles should be tested monthly. GFCI receptacles can also be tested with a plug-in type GFCI tester. This tester has a GFCI trip button on it which accomplishes the same thing as the built-in test button. Your local inspector will usually test with this method. If your receptacle is tripped, it should reset by pressing in the reset button. If it doesn't, the device is wired incorrectly, has a faulty load plugged into it, or is simply in need of replacement. ---- IF YOU'RE NOT ALREADY SURE YOU CAN DO THIS JOBSAFELY AND COMPETENTLYREFER THIS WORK TO QUALIFIED PROFESSIONALS.If you do this work yourself, always turn off the powerat the breaker box/fuse panel BEFORE you attempt to do any work AND always use a meter or voltage indicator to insure the circuit is, in fact, de-energized.
If your wall receptacle has tripped but not at the circuit breaker how can this problem be repaired?
If the wall receptacle has tripped but not at the circuit breaker, it could be a faulty GFCI outlet. Try pushing the reset button on the GFCI outlet itself to restore power. If that doesn't work, you may need to replace the GFCI outlet. Make sure to turn off the power at the breaker before attempting any repairs.
GFI electrical outlet at the garage where the freezer hook up keeps on tripping but when plug at the electrical outlet of the garage door openner does not trip. What is mostly the problem?
The GFCI outlet in the garage where the freezer is plugged in may be faulty or overloaded, causing it to trip. It's possible that the outlet for the garage door opener is on a separate circuit and not affected. Check the load on the GFCI outlet, inspect for any damage, and consider replacing it if the problem persists.
If an outdoor outlet gets wet will it trip the gfi breaker?
Yes, if water reaches the outlet and causes a ground fault, the GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) breaker will trip to protect against electric shock. It's important to keep outdoor outlets protected from water exposure to prevent this from happening.
How do you reset the gauge cluster on 1999 dodge neon?
Turn the car to the on position. Hit trip reset button until it say trip. Now turn the key to off. Hold the trip button and turn to on. Release trip button after the needles reset.
What is the proper way to test a receptacle?
The simplest way to test a receptacle is to use a plug-in type receptacle tester. This tester indicates either proper operation or common miswirings of the receptacle. If the receptacle is a GFCI, there is a special type of plug-in tester that has a GFCI trip button on top. This tester indicates the same things as the other one. In addition, you can press the test button to create a small ground fault, which will trip a properly operating GFCI. ---- IF YOU'RE NOT ALREADY SURE YOU CAN DO THIS JOBSAFELY AND COMPETENTLYREFER THIS WORK TO QUALIFIED PROFESSIONALS.If you do any work yourself, always turn off the power at the breaker box/fuse panel BEFORE you attempt to do any work and always use a meter or voltage indicator to insure the circuit is, in fact, de-energized.
The GFCI outlet's reset button does not pop out when the test button is pressed it is already out and when I try to press it in it will not catch although it does have power?
This indicates either you have an active ground fault or the GFCI is bad. To check this out turn off power at breaker and remove GFCI outlet from wall box. Determine if it is powering other non-GFCI outlets. (It will have both input and output wires. If there are output wires remove them and check the outlet again with power and see if it resets. If it does you have a ground fault down the line somewhere. If it still doesn't work you likely have a bad GFCI.
How do you change an outlet to a GFCI outlet?
To change an outlet to a GFCI outlet, first turn off the power to the circuit at the breaker box. Remove the existing outlet and install the GFCI outlet following the manufacturer's instructions. Test the GFCI outlet to make sure it is working properly before using.
What is wrong if you installed a gfci in the bathroom according to instructions and when the test button is pushed the lamp plugged into the adjacent bedroom socket goes off?
If pushing the GFCI test button causes the lamp in the adjacent bedroom to turn off, it's possible that the wiring for both the GFCI outlet and the bedroom socket are interconnected. This could be due to a mistake in the wiring during the GFCI installation or an existing electrical issue. It's important to turn off the power to both outlets and consult a licensed electrician to properly diagnose and fix the problem.
