Gulf Stream Owners RV Forum - View Single Post - GFI and outside receptacle on same circuit?

Cal · 04-07-2021, 02:54 PM

Scott-PA:

Thanks for the reply. Yes....the external outlet on my trailer is protected by the GFI circuit. Checking each circuit with a meter was used to determine this for certain.

It appears that the cable was pressed up tightly against the edge of the opening when installed. As a result, vibration and pressure against the cable from the opening`s sharp edge, wore through the cable`s sheathing....exposing and damaging the black wire.

I will likely need to replace with a new section...then reinstall a new outlet. I will also need to come up with some way to pad the wiring so abrasion doesn`t become an issue again....but the longer section of wire might help. Plus some rubber or hard foam padding.

I believe this might cure the problem. But won`t be sure until the initial fix is complete.

Wasn`t expecting problems so soon, as this is a new trailer (2020). But will have to deal with it, anyway.

04-07-2021, 02:54 PM	#9
Cal New Member Join Date: Feb 2020 Posts: 14	Scott-PA: Thanks for the reply. Yes....the external outlet on my trailer is protected by the GFI circuit. Checking each circuit with a meter was used to determine this for certain. It appears that the cable was pressed up tightly against the edge of the opening when installed. As a result, vibration and pressure against the cable from the opening`s sharp edge, wore through the cable`s sheathing....exposing and damaging the black wire. I will likely need to replace with a new section...then reinstall a new outlet. I will also need to come up with some way to pad the wiring so abrasion doesn`t become an issue again....but the longer section of wire might help. Plus some rubber or hard foam padding. I believe this might cure the problem. But won`t be sure until the initial fix is complete. Wasn`t expecting problems so soon, as this is a new trailer (2020). But will have to deal with it, anyway.