I have had my system running through a small GFCI extension cord that is then plugged into my wall outlet. It's been running like this for some time, but recently the GFCI started to trip. When I try and reset it, it stays on for maybe 5 seconds and trips again, if I let it off for a half hour it'll run for maybe 20 min and then trip again. The only recent changes I've made is swapping a new DC pump on my Skimz skimmer. I do have a grounding probe on my system.
My question is:
1. What would cause the GFCI to trip? (not physically as in the likelihood it's this new pump, but from an electricians perspective what's causing it to constantly trip)
2. I removed the GFCI and plugged in directly to the wall and the system has been running fine for hours, is this safe?
3. Any other pointers or suggestions?
My question is:
1. What would cause the GFCI to trip? (not physically as in the likelihood it's this new pump, but from an electricians perspective what's causing it to constantly trip)
2. I removed the GFCI and plugged in directly to the wall and the system has been running fine for hours, is this safe?
3. Any other pointers or suggestions?