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Why is my GFCI outlet green but no power?
However “lighting up the green light” could also mean the GFCI has “power”- but the neutral may not be connected- causing a “non working” outlet. This might be a job for a electrician- as the GFCIs are very large as compared to standard outlets- a tight fit in a metal outlet box is often a recipe for sparks.
Why isn’t the outlet in my bathroom working?
When a bathroom outlet stops working it is very possible that there is a GFCI outlet that has tripped which causes the circuit to turn off. Typically the GFCI outlet will be located in one of the bathrooms near a sink. When the GFCI outlet is located simply press the RESET button to restore power to the circuit.
Why would an outlet have power but not work?
There can be a number of reasons a receptacle stops working. The problem could be as simple as a loose connection; the wires could also be damaged, which might require a brand new circuit. A device might still be working, but could have serious—and potentially dangerous—underlying issues.
How do I reset my bathroom outlet?
If the dead outlets are located in the kitchen, bathroom, garage or outside, go to each GFCI outlet and press the “reset” button until it clicks. If you do not see any GFCI outlets to reset, the regular duplex-style outlets may be “GFCI Protected”.
What does a green light on GFCI mean?
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GREEN LIGHT indicates the device has passed the self-test and is providing power. RED means the device needs attention. If, during a self-test, the GFCI detects a potential problem, one indicator is a solid or blinking red light. In this case, simply press the TEST and RESET buttons to reset the GFCI.
Why is there a light on my outlet?
Self-testing GFCI outlets have built-in indicator lights. If the GFCI outlet has a blinking (or solid) red light, this means that there is a problem. Self-testing GFCI outlets perform regular tests to make sure they work properly. If the device fails the test, it will trip, and the red light will turn on.
Do bathrooms need GFCI outlets?
GFCI protection is required for 125-volt to 250-volt receptacles supplied by single-phase branch circuits rated 150 volts or less to the ground. GFCI receptacles are required in bathrooms, garages, crawl spaces, basements, laundry rooms and areas where a water source is present.
Should the green light be on in electrical outlet?
GREEN LIGHT indicates the device has passed the self-test and is providing power. RED means the device needs attention. If, during a self-test, the GFCI detects a potential problem, one indicator is a solid or blinking red light. In this case, simply press the TEST and RESET buttons to reset the GFCI.