Chris J
New Member
Does a GFCI circuit breaker trip from "only" a burned-out pool bulb? Or is the breaker-tripping a definite sign of a more serious ground-fault issue?
Our in-ground pool main light worked for years. It burned out once and I replaced it successfully, worked for about 1 more year. We let it sit that way for a few years.
Now, turning on the switch for the main light, the 15A GE THQL-CFCI circuit breaker trips immediately (the main light does not flicker or respond). I believe the breaker works fine, there is continuity when ON and open when OFF. Also the spa light works fine, on the same breaker. When the main light switch is turned on and the breaker trips, of course the spa light does not turn on.
I have checked inside the pool power panel, and inside the American Products junction box for the main light -- found no obvious issues (opens or shorts). Also no issues with the other pool equipment.
I am debating whether to buy and replace another bulb, or to call an electrician to troubleshoot an actual fault in the circuit.
Separately I am wondering if this is a good opportunity to switch to an LED light in that same fixture.
Thanks in advance for any suggestions!
Our in-ground pool main light worked for years. It burned out once and I replaced it successfully, worked for about 1 more year. We let it sit that way for a few years.
Now, turning on the switch for the main light, the 15A GE THQL-CFCI circuit breaker trips immediately (the main light does not flicker or respond). I believe the breaker works fine, there is continuity when ON and open when OFF. Also the spa light works fine, on the same breaker. When the main light switch is turned on and the breaker trips, of course the spa light does not turn on.
I have checked inside the pool power panel, and inside the American Products junction box for the main light -- found no obvious issues (opens or shorts). Also no issues with the other pool equipment.
I am debating whether to buy and replace another bulb, or to call an electrician to troubleshoot an actual fault in the circuit.
Separately I am wondering if this is a good opportunity to switch to an LED light in that same fixture.
Thanks in advance for any suggestions!