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BigE
11-06-2002, 06:55 PM
I've used a grounding probe for quite some time now. Once I started seeing sparks coming from my underwater heater I decided to replace the heater and get a grounding probe.
Reefer504
11-06-2002, 10:38 PM
After getting zapped by a powerhead I swear by them.Also GFCI's.
BigE
11-11-2002, 05:16 AM
Reefer504,
whats GFCI?

Also, for anyone in the "Whats a grounding probe" category, its a metal rod (make sure its titanium) placed in the water which reduces or eliminates any electrical current that could be given off by a faulty pump, heater, etc...
kind of like the lightning rod on a tall building.
Almarktool
11-11-2002, 03:48 PM
yup def grounding probe and GFI ( gfi is a ground protection outlet same as what is used in your bathroom and kitchens , trips the cirucuit off in millaseconds so u don't get electrocuted if your hand is in the water and lets say u drop a small desk light in the tank at same time
ridetheducati
11-14-2002, 01:36 PM
Purchasing a grounding rod and installing a GFCI circuit should be the first two prerequisites prior to purchasing a tank.