Pool light kicking GFI

markayash · Jun 18, 2022

I replaced the bulbs and noticed it did have a little water inside of it.
Now as soon as I turn it on it trips.
Took lens back off and bulb out and fixture on the side and it still trips.

Wondering if moisture in the socket is causing the issue or if the housing could be bad. I can’t imagine it. Won’t more then a water tight socket?

markayash · Jun 18, 2022

I should add my pool ha 2 lights off same GFI and the 2nd light works normal.

markayash · Jun 18, 2022

The good news is after letting it sit and air out it's not tripping the GFI..Maybe the socket had dampness in it?
Its 120V and pool water, what could go wrong

1poolman1 · Jun 19, 2022

Best practice is to replace any pool light that is causing a GFCI trip. It looks like that light may have been leaking at the cord based on the rust on the socket. It may never cause a trip again but I wouldn't trust it.

markayash · Jun 19, 2022

1poolman1 said:
Best practice is to replace any pool light that is causing a GFCI trip. It looks like that light may have been leaking at the cord based on the rust on the socket. It may never cause a trip again but I wouldn't trust it.

It was leaking at the gasket but I am replacing the gasket and will watch it close

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