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Question by Jeff
Submitted on 4/30/2004
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I have a GFI outlet outside at the end of a circuit. When I wire it as instructed to the line side of the outlet I get nothing. When I wire it to the load side of the outlet it becomes hot but the breaker on the outlet does not trip. Any suggestions?


Answer by wireman
Submitted on 9/26/2005
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Check your polarity (white wire to silver "line" screw and black wire to brass line screw). Also check the voltage between the wires make sure its between 110vac and 125vac. You could have a defective GFCI too.
If none of the above fix it, call the pros.

 

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