powerplay
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i was called to relocate existing gas heated, salt water pool equipment. I had to change the separate pool equipment building's panel to a combination panel with a Main shutoff, and discovered the 240volt motor had no GFCI protection. I rewired it to 120volts, changed the cable to handle the increase in current, and added an inexpensive GFCI dead front device. The motor plainly states it requires GFCI protection.... did the previous electrician overlook the requirement for GFCI or was he trying to prevent nuisance tripping in the salt water pump to prevent winter freezing?? ...I was told an reputable installer was hired when the pool was connected.