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wiste · 07-22-2006, 11:36 PM

Definitely will add that to the to-do list.

Generally, you have to be a bit unlucky to die from a shock from a fish tank. Probably would have to complete a path across your heart.

So, if the circuit to ground is not completed until you touch the tank, I assume that the GFCI would stop you from being shocked for too long. The time delay for the GFCI to open would be good to know. I guess that if it is complies with Underwriters Laboratories it is good-to-go.

Anyone ever shocked with a GFCI in the system.

Side note: IME, shocks hurt much more and are more likely with saltwater.

07-22-2006, 11:36 PM	#2 (permalink)
wiste Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 438 iTrader Ratings: 0	Definitely will add that to the to-do list. Generally, you have to be a bit unlucky to die from a shock from a fish tank. Probably would have to complete a path across your heart. So, if the circuit to ground is not completed until you touch the tank, I assume that the GFCI would stop you from being shocked for too long. The time delay for the GFCI to open would be good to know. I guess that if it is complies with Underwriters Laboratories it is good-to-go. Anyone ever shocked with a GFCI in the system. Side note: IME, shocks hurt much more and are more likely with saltwater.