Can computers trip a GFI?
If no other appliances or devices cause the GFI to trip then the computer is indeed the culprit. Why does a GFI trip? Computer’s draw far less power than such things as table saws. So tripping the GFI probably means some electrical short is involved.
What would cause a GFCI to keep tripping?
If the GFCI’s internal current transformer senses more than a 4-5 milliamp loss, it instantly shuts down the outlet and any outlets it feeds to prevent accidental electrocution. Most often, when a GFCI “trips” it is the result of a faulty appliance plugged into the outlet or an outlet down circuit.
Will a loose wire trip a GFCI?
Loose wires or other faults within the equipment that’s plugged into the outlet can cause grounding issues that will trip the GFCI. It may not be evident if the equipment gets unplugged often or if you unplug it before attempting a reset, and it may not trip the GFCI consistently.
Can a computer power supply trip a breaker?
If it trips an alternate breaker, the issue sits with the PSU or the cord. Easy fixes if it is. If the issue doesn’t repeat though, you’ve got an electrical issue somewhere (outlet or breaker), and you should call an electrician.
Will GFCI protect electronics?
While a GFCI will not protect your electronics from power surges, it will protect you from electrocution and short circuits. If you replace your ungrounded, two prong outlet with a GFCI, you must label it with “No Equipment Ground.”
How do you know if you have a bad GFCI?
If the GFCI won’t reset or the button doesn’t pop out when you press the “test” button, there may be no power to the GFCI or you may have a bad GFCI. Pro tip: If the “reset” button trips again every time you press it, there may be a dangerous current leak somewhere on the circuit.
How do you troubleshoot a GFCI trip?
3. Overloaded Circuit
- Unplug all the appliances connected to the circuit in question.
- Reset the circuit on your fuse box.
- Wait several minutes.
- Plug an appliance back in and turn it on.
- Check to see that your circuit has not tripped.
- Plug in the next appliance, turn it on, check the breaker, and so on.
