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Old Feb 14, 2007, 01:15 PM
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gfic keeps tripping

gfic keeps tripping ? the wiring sequence is from the box to the gfic to an oulet to a switch to light fixture #1 to light fixture # 2 using 12/2 with ground. thanks jimk49

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May be necessary to disconnect the last device and try the GFI, to find the section or device that is causing it to trip. Keep disconnecting one at a time until the tripping stops.

If the lights are outdoor, I would suspect moisture or corosion in one of them to be the problem.
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