AMPROAD Nuisance Tripping / High Inrush or Leakage

Charger trips the house breaker or RCD/GFCI as soon as charging starts.

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Ground fault leakage in cable or handle, Shared neutral or incorrect wiring on supply circuit, Inrush current exceeding breaker tolerance, Internal GFCI module sensitivity drift

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Repeated breaker trips indicate a potential safety issue. Do not keep resetting without investigation.

  • 1. Verify dedicated circuit:
    • Ensure the AMPROAD charger is on its own dedicated circuit with no other loads.
  • 2. Check wiring:
    • Have an electrician confirm that the circuit is wired correctly (no shared neutrals, correct breaker type).
  • 3. Inspect cable and handle:
    • Look for damage or moisture that could cause leakage.
  • 4. Internal inspection:
    • With power OFF, inspect the GFCI module and wiring for damage or contamination.
  • 5. Replace suspect components:
    • If the cable or GFCI module is suspect, replace the AMPROAD cable assembly or internal GFCI module.
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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

AMPROAD Internal GFCI / RCD Module
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