Failed GFCI

[BenniferBropez]

I know GFCI BREAKERS can fail but what I want to know is if they can fail in a way that they continue to provide power but without the protection. For my gas system my solenoid is default off in case of a problem and I am wondering if GFCI breakers are similar where if they fail they won't pose a risk of electrocution.

Thank you,
Ben

 

[RiverCityBrewer]

To be clear, are you talking about a GFCI receptacle, or a GFCI breaker in your panel? A GFCI receptacle can definitely fail and still supply power without protection, and I would assume a breaker in a panel can fail in the same fashion. In either case, if the test button does not trip the breaker or receptacle, it needs to be replaced.