Help with pool light

[maynard001]

OK, so I need some help. I took my light fixture out of the side of the pool and it's full of water...so that's obviously a problem. Also, my GFI on the side of the house that the light terminates at is flashing, which says that means it needs to be replaced.

What would you do?
1. Try to dry out the fixture and re-install?
2. Replace the fixture and just start over? (this is probably the option I'm leaning towards)

Here are some pics of my existing fixture. How do I tell which model/voltage it is so I know what to replace it with?

 

[kadavis]

It looks like a Pentair Amerilite 500W 120V,Amerlite - Pool and Spa Lighting - Pentair

 

[maynard001]

Thanks kadavis, I was digging through the previous homeowners' filing cabinet a few minutes ago and found the original paperwork for the pool. On the contract there are tick marks next to "Pool Light, 500W 120V"...so I think you are correct. I'm assuming that the safest thing would be to just replace the entire fixture at this point rather than try to determine why it's filling up with water, correct?

 

[kadavis]

Probably be your best and safest solution

 

[elwood58]

You might be able to get way with replacing the seal if things are not too corroded. Pay special attention to the install instructions or you will get to do it twice. Ask me how I know.

 

[maynard001]

You might be able to get way with replacing the seal if things are not too corroded. Pay special attention to the install instructions or you will get to do it twice. Ask me how I know.

Haha. I've done plenty of jobs around the house twice for the same reason. Since we're talking about underwater electrical i just decided to play it safe and order a whole new fixture. Install looks easy...just hope i don't have any problems pulling the new line through the conduit.