GFI or not??

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  1. SaltyClown

    SaltyClown Sea Dragon

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    Hi all, I'm having an outlet put in as we speak. Should it be GFI or normal??
     
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  2. barbianj

    barbianj Hammer Head Shark

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    Yes, you should have a GFI installed.
     
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  3. Zechenia

    Zechenia Corkscrew Tentacle Anemone

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    Without a doubt, GFI


    (From someone who nearly burned down the house because I didn't start out that route)
     
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  4. affordable Aqua

    affordable Aqua 3reef Sponsor

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    Without question you need a GFI.
     
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  5. pja24

    pja24 Bristle Worm

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    GFI yes. You can also use a GFI breaker.
     
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  6. AZDesertRat

    AZDesertRat Giant Squid

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    Not even a question to consider, absolutely.
     
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  7. grinder37

    grinder37 Whip-Lash Squid

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    It may just save your life someday.
     
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  8. mgovernali

    mgovernali Plankton

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    GFI!!! Without it you can get electrocuted if a device fails and sends current into the water.
     
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