View Full Version : I installed a GFCI in the upstairs bathroom, outlet works fine and the 'load' portion
gtsturgis
Aug 12, 2010, 07:01 PM
I installed a GFCI in the upstairs bathroom, outlet works fine and the 'load' portion powers all the other light circuits okay with one exception. The GFCI pops every time I turn on the hallway lights (3-way switch). However, same wall box shares stair light circuit, also with 3-way switch and it doesn't cause any problem with the GFCI.
ma0641
Aug 12, 2010, 07:41 PM
It could be a problem with the lights or a switch or a shared neutral on the circuit.
If the light circuit didn't throw a breaker before, connect the hot lead to the light wires, probably like before and pigtail a lead to the GFCI. That way, the bath is protected on its own. Many electricians will not put lights on a load side because if the GFCI trips you will lose lights and have to wander around in the dark to reset the GFCI.
Stratmando
Aug 13, 2010, 07:03 AM
Everything on the Load side of the GFI has to be equal.
Hot and neutral on all loads must be on the Line OR Load side.