Why does my pool light keep tripping the breaker?
In many pool lights there is a safety device that is built into the pool light fixture called a thermistor. The way this safety device works (or is supposed to work) is when a light bulb in the fixture overheats, the thermistor is triggered and trips the breaker or GFCI.
Why does my breaker trip when I Turn on the pool light?
If the breaker is not tripping spontaneously, but only when the pool light is turned on, i think there is something is going on with the pool light, or wiring. This would be from the load side of the relay all the way to the filament in the bulb.
What to do when your pool light is tripped?
Next, we will reset the breaker at the box. When a breaker is tripped, it flips to an idle position and will not resume current flow until it is completely reset by hand. To reset the breaker, find the flipped breaker, push it to the complete off position and then flip on. If the switch is not completely reset, it will spring back to idle.
Why is my Pool Light wobbling when I Touch It?
(I lied) A pool light, despite all its waterproofing and hundred or so volts of electricity, is held into the pool wall by one bolt called the lockscrew. The lockscrew is located at the 12 o’clock position on the light fixture face. If the fixture wobbles when touched or a strong ripple hits it then a loose screw is likely the cause.
Why does my Pool Light keep leaking water?
For the close observing swimmer, you may notice water in the light fixture. Most of the time, this issue is not discovered until the bulb blows. As we all should know, water and light sockets do not mix. A leaky pool light stems from a bad lens gasket.
If the breaker is not tripping spontaneously, but only when the pool light is turned on, i think there is something is going on with the pool light, or wiring. This would be from the load side of the relay all the way to the filament in the bulb.
What should I do if my pool lights are not working?
In both cases, you need to pull the fixture from the pool in order to continue your troubleshooting process. Go ensure that your circuit breaker to the pool lights, the GFCI and the switch for the pool lights are all turned off.
For the close observing swimmer, you may notice water in the light fixture. Most of the time, this issue is not discovered until the bulb blows. As we all should know, water and light sockets do not mix. A leaky pool light stems from a bad lens gasket.
What should I do if my breaker trips when I turn the light on?
Inspect for any wiring touching the side of the box or other wires. Fix as needed, then check the light fixture and inspect the wiring for issues. If the issue goes beyond the light switch and light fixture, call an electrician to troubleshoot the problem.
