Had a service call with a "Self Testing" GFCI AFCI Eaton breaker that was tripping randomly, even without any load. This breaker gives you codes using blinks to inform you why it is tripping. This was my first time dealing with these breakers and thought I would share the experience. I Share the chart for the codes in the video...
Hope it helps.. and thanks for watching.
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This video is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. The content of this video is not a substitution for the advice from, or work being completed by, a qualified professional. Codes and Regulations for possible work included within the video may of may not differ based on your geographical location. If you choose to attempt anything that can be seen in this video, do so at your own risk.
Here is the table for this breaker: (From the Manufacturer, Use at your own risk)
Table 3. Trip codes AF/GF breakers are equipped with a red diagnostic LED that blinks a repeating pattern, from 1 to 6 blinks, indicating the cause of trip. This pattern is the “trip code”. The LED will blink the trip code for 30 iterations after being turned back on.
No code recorded Mechanical disconnect (thermal, short circuit, manual disconnect) No trip code is recorded for mechanical actions. These include: • Loss of power from the utility or upstream breaker • Manually switching the breaker OFF • Pressing the TEST button • Short circuit • Thermal overload trip caused by mechanical part of breaker (This is rare. The electronics should trip on thermal overload before the mechanical side in most instances.)
1 Blink - Series arc A low-current arc has been detected within one of the current pathways. Low-current arcs are typically series arcs, and are typically found in worn or degraded appliance and extension cords, poor connections in appliances or fixtures, or in contacts within equipment.
2 Blinks Parallel arc A high-current arc has been detected between two conductors. Look for damaged insulation usually found in installed wiring where the wire has been compromised by a nail or screw, tight staple, or damaged insulation.
3 Blinks Overload The circuit is drawing more current than the breaker is rated for. Remove some load from the circuit.
4 Blinks Overvoltage The breaker will trip if it experiences voltage of 160 V rms or greater. The breaker can be reset and the TEST button can be pushed to verify that the breaker is working properly. Most likely caused by a loose or floating neutral, either in the service entrance or at the transformer.
5 Blinks Ground fault / grounded neutral Current has found an alternate path to ground, or the neutral and ground are in contact downstream of the breaker; this could cause harm to people or property.
6 Blinks Self test failure The breaker continually tests the internal electronics and software to ensure that the arc fault and ground fault detection technology is working properly. If the self-diagnostics fail, the breaker will trip. The built-in self-test features will not allow the AF/GF breaker to re-latch if it detects a malfunction in the AF/GF detection circuit. Replace the breaker.
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