Aquasana
Electrical Ground Fault or Nuisance Tripping
Aquasana softener frequently trips a nearby GFCI outlet
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Possible Causes
Moisture around outlet or adapter, Damaged power adapter, Faulty GFCI, Shared circuit with other inductive loads
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Water and electricity are hazardous. If you see signs of burning or arcing, stop using the outlet and call an electrician.
Steps to address GFCI tripping:
- 1. Inspect for moisture: Ensure the Aquasana adapter and outlet are dry and protected from splashes.
- 2. Try another outlet: Temporarily plug the softener into a different non-GFCI outlet to see if tripping stops (ensure code compliance).
- 3. Replace adapter: If tripping continues only when the softener is plugged in, replace the power adapter.
- 4. Check GFCI: Have an electrician test or replace a suspect GFCI outlet.
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Repair Difficulty
Easy
2/5
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