Why does the GFI trip on the power cord when heat or bubbles are going? but doesn't when I remove the ground from the receptacle. advice please!
285153
I had a similar problem with a GFI breaker for my garage after i replaced the garage door, It was fairly old so swapped out the breaker with a new (and equivalent) GFI and have not had a problem since. Otherwise, check what other systems are on the same circuit.
285154
You might want to put this on a separate 15a or other circuit not used but any other heavy load item like a refrigerator or heater.
404792
I have mine plugged into a gfci outlet in my kitchen. If the outlet does trip you will have to pull the unit off to reset it
1225168
I don't know. I did not have that problem. Some things to consider: Short in wire, the GFI isn't on. Perhaps calling customer service can help. I found that most helpful on issues relating to other items I had purchased through their website. The mop we have works like a charm. Good luck.
24817
My works fine but I just had to replace my ground fault outlet.Not sure if it blew from the tank heater,fence charger on age.Check the outlet.If not that perhaps you received defective ones
1046740
Make sure tfirst that your outlet or breaker for the outlet is reset and that you have power. also see if anything else in the house was blown. power going off and on should not hurt the unit. A power surge would. I am not sure about the fusing of the system but I assume there is one in the internal transformer. Since I do not know your expertise I am not sure what to recommend but if you are not a technician and the unit has been plugged into a live outlet then take it to a local radio or electronics shop and have them look at the power supply.
900355
I the answers that recommend testing the GFI outlet itself is a good place to start. I would also add two things, make sure the unit is covered with water at all times and add a protective cover to the plug. I have to use an extension cord for mine and have a cover that protects the connection. This cover is also available on Amazon.
74323
I agree with the previous response. If you know the outlet is good and its fully plugged in and you push the on button and nothing happens most likely the power supply in the unit is bad. Time to return it.....
1603989
I've used these units for years and never experienced this condition. I'm not an electrical engineer, but something is definitely wrong. The circuit you are plugging into may have an open ground. You can plug in an inexpensive circuit tester to test your line before contacting Farm Innovators. These heaters have to operate in a tough environment and I've seen they go for years.
1826749
It's difficult to answer your question concisely without knowing your set up. I would start with: 1) unplug the unit and plug it back in 2) every once in a while an ethernet cable connector will develop a break in the wire - try a different ethernet cable 3) make sure there was/isn't an appliance, especially one that has motors and not very sensitive electronics, that was recently plugged in that could be causing interference on the power lines. For example, a vacuum cleaner or a heater. Also, I have had them go to sleep after a period of inactivity but plugging in a laptop usually wakes it up. In a few cases I've had to unplug/plug them back in. But I mainly use them for my laptop to get a better video conferencing connection. It might be a problem if this is a permanent desktop setup.
1092442
I believe so, but I'm no electrician. My understanding is that if something connected to the non-gfci plug strip blows a fuse, it could affect other devices on the strip. But the GCFI will protect everything from a more serious power surge or short circuit, which would originate from the outlet/your whole place/your whole neighborhood/etc.
2150879
Make sure you do not have it inserted in the neutral prong of the receptacle or it will not show voltage. You should always test it on something you know is hot first to make sure It is working before you rely on it
532017
Probably due to the heat rising and the potential it could soften and damage the outlet over time. If it's a foot or more above it, I was just keep an eye on it and make sure it's not getting too hot.
2117847
I'm not electrically inclined. Not sure if a ground fault circuit interrupter is part of it. There is a reset button on it, so maybe? We do use an extention cord with a dedicated line at the house. We did have to rig our previous vacuum to the unit and small sediment (well water) does sift back in. I know that's not what you were asking but it is something to think about.
1205631
The "safety switch" is ground fault circuit interrupter(GFCI). I'd guess the your transformer is not properly grounded, which is tripping the GFCI. Try a different transformer, if available. Otherwise, have a qualified tech repair the ground of the transformer.
1585551
I never had that kind of problem, but I never used the 240volt outlet the way you described. I can't really answer your question. Hope you find the answer.
319917
It is probably broken or your GFI outlet has been tripped. Does it make any noise and still light up? Use your warranty to get a new one.
676794
A slight variation in voltage under load may trigger the gfi thus shutting off your heater