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    Feb 14, 2007, 02:15 PM
    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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    Feb 15, 2007, 03:44 AM
    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 corrosion in one of them to be the problem.
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