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    Welder is tripping GFCI only when welding on patio cover

    The MIG welder works great today, no issues whatsoever. The ground outside today is still pretty damp but more dry than yesterday. Maybe its as simple as that??
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    Welder is tripping GFCI only when welding on patio cover

    I’m using a AHP 201xdi welder. I usually just use this for tig welding but wanted to test my hand at stick welding. The welder is a few years old but doesn’t have many hours on it. All the cables are perfect, no cracks. The machine itself has thick plastic feet that keep it about 2” off the...
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    Welder is tripping GFCI only when welding on patio cover

    Would switching between AC or DC make any difference? I’m welding with 7018 rod so I could switch it.
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    Welder is tripping GFCI only when welding on patio cover

    Howdy ALL!! I converted an old 50 amp spa GFCI breaker to a plug for my welder. It was working just fine when I was isolated from earth. When I go weld on the patio cover as soon as I put the grounding cable on the steel uprights it trips the GFCI breaker. Is the GFCI working correctly? I kinda...
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    Skilsaw 77

    Thank you very much. That is by far the best video Ive seen. Simple and direct!!
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    Skilsaw 77

    My Skilsaw started sparking quite a bit at the brushes and only rotating about half speed. Possibly a shorted armature. It there a way to test/repair the armature? Thank you
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