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GFCI tripping

6/21/24 @ 9:00 AM
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PimplySwede
User since 1/6/09

I have a strange situation - there is a 20A GFCI outlet on my front porch.  I can plug string lights into it with no problem, and the first couple years we lived there we could plug our 19' camper in to cool the fridge and get it ready for a weekend.  

Lately, when we plug the camper in the outlet trips immediately - I can still use it for the string lights though.

I was thinking it was the camper, but the camper never trips any other outlets, just that one.

Anyone have any thoughts on it?  I'm planning on replacing the outlet after work.

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6/28/24 @ 10:01 AM
river_chaser
User since 10/3/12
Swede if your thinking to replace with a higher amp breaker you need heavier wiring. So if you increase to 30 amp you need 10 gauge wiring.
6/28/24 @ 9:39 AM
PimplySwede
User since 1/6/09
I put a new GFCI in that receptacle.  It's fine until the camper water heater kicks in, then it pops.  (Hasn't been cold enough to need the AC on, it probably would pop if we turned that on too)

Thinking of replacing the breaker in the main panel.  Thinking of replacing the camper, too.
6/23/24 @ 12:03 PM
samfox
User since 3/17/09
Replace the GFCI, buy a good replacement 
6/21/24 @ 4:10 PM
river_chaser
User since 10/3/12
GFCIs can break down and malfunction so replacement would be your easiest option.

Not a electrician so cant give you further options. 
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