YC 1 wrote:
I would bet a beer on a new one fixing the problem. I have seen plenty of them go up in smoke.
Do try the voltmeter across a battery trick for a real learning experience. Not enough current to even feel but enough to drive a digital voltmeter.
I have an old Simpson 260 analog meter that solves that issue when any doubts come up.
I've not had much experience with GFCI outlets failing. This is only the second one I can remember. I've never done this sort of thing for a living. I have no doubt that a new GFCI outlet will make things right.
I have a Square D analog voltmeter that is probably 50 years old (belonged to my father, who was an electrician). But anymore I reach for one of the digital multi-meters. Never thought of trying the analog model.
Wayne
