50 Amp GFCI Trips When the Outlet is Installed
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Why a new 50 amp GFCI breaker trips when the outlet Is installed in the box. |
Wire a New Circuit for a Outlet
Electrical Question: What would cause the GFCI to trip after the outlet Is installed?
I have a new 50 amp GFCI that trips when the outlet is installed in the box.
This electrical wiring question came from Michael, a Homeowner in Toledo, Ohio.
Additional Comments: Great sight.
Dave’s Reply:
Thanks for your electrical wiring question Michael.
How to Troubleshoot a Tripping GFCI Breaker
Application: Wire a New Outlet and GFCI Breaker.
Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced – Best performed by a Licensed Electrical Contractor, or Certified Electrician.
Electrical Tools Required: Basic Electricians Pouch Hand Tools, Voltage Tester, and appropriate Safety Gear.
Estimated Time: Depends on the personal level experience, ability to work with tools, install electrical circuit wiring, and the available access to the project area.
Electrical Safety: Identify the electrical power source to the Outlet, turn it OFF and Tag with a Note before working with the electrical wiring.
Electrical Wiring Parts and Materials: Electrical parts and materials for the Outlet should be approved for the specific project and compliant with local and national electrical codes.
Electrical Codes and Inspections: Installing or changing home electrical wiring should be done according to local and national electrical codes as adopted in Toledo , Ohio. A permit and inspections may also be required.
Problem when Wiring a Outlet in a Basement
This electrical wiring project is about a 50Amp Breaker and Outlet in the Basement of a Old Home.
GFCI Breaker Trips after Installing the Outlet
Michael, From what you have described, the first thing to check is to make sure the connections have been made to the right terminals on the outlet. Next, make sure the wiring connections to the outlet are secure and that no part of the wiring or terminal connections come into contact with any part of the box. Also, make sure the mounting screws of the outlet are not hitting or penetrating any electrical wires inside the box, and there are no pinched wires between the outlet and the box. When the breaker trips off, there may be signs of arcing, so look for this which will give you a clear indication of where the problem is.
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