{"id":4013396,"date":"2021-06-10T00:10:00","date_gmt":"2021-06-10T05:10:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/housecaravan.com\/?p=4013396"},"modified":"2021-12-09T06:32:03","modified_gmt":"2021-12-09T11:32:03","slug":"how-to-test-pool-water-for-electricity","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/housecaravan.com\/how-to-test-pool-water-for-electricity\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Test Pool Water for Electricity?"},"content":{"rendered":"

In this article, we will discuss how to test pool water for electricity. Aside from making sure that your pool is properly installed and equipped with the mandatory fence and warning signs, you also need to make sure that it is safe from the danger of electric shocks. How do you avoid electrocution and how can you be able to test or detect electricity in your pool? Let us find out more about this topic below.<\/p>\n

How to test pool water for electricity? One way to test pool water for electricity is to use a device called shock alert. It will notify you if there is electricity present in the water. If it beeps and flashes red, it means there is a presence of electricity in the water and you should not swim in it. On the other hand, if it flashes green, no voltage is detected.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Swimming pool electrocution may be rare, but it still poses a threat to anyone who owns a pool. While not very common, pool electrocution is still a possibility. Hence, it is important that you understand the warning signs of electric current in the pool and how to prevent it. Read the rest of the article for more information about electricity in pool water and how to detect it.<\/p>\n\n\n

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How to Test for Stray Voltage in Pool<\/h2>\n

When testing for stray voltage in your pool, you need to check all wiring that runs from the pool pump ground to lighting fixtures, drains, slides, railing, and any other part of the pool. The first thing that you need to do is to visually check the wiring near or in the pool equipment room to make sure that there are no violations of the current electrical code.<\/strong> Next, you need to check the electrical continuity and integrity of the bonding and grounding system of the pool. You can hire the services of a professional to make a thorough inspection and analysis.<\/p>\n

When it comes to the continuity test<\/a>, it should be done on the equipment ground and not on the grounding electrode system. Moreover, underwater pool lights, non-electric, and metallic bonding points on the entire feature of the pool should also need to undergo continuity and insulation testing.<\/p>\n

How Long Does Electricity Stay in Water?<\/h2>\n

Electricity will stay in the water until the electric supply is turned off or the power source of the electricity is removed.<\/strong> Bear in mind that water is only a conductor and does not hold the electricity itself. Waterworks like any other conductive material<\/a> and is considered an excellent conductor of electricity. If you are touching water that also touched electricity, you can become the electricity path to the ground. This means that electricity would travel through the water and through you to the ground.<\/p>\n

Can You Be Electrocuted in a Swimming Pool?<\/h2>\n

You can get electrocuted in a swimming pool. There are three common reasons that caused pool electrocution which include faulty electrical wiring, no GFCI protection for the outlets and circuits, and electrical cords and appliances getting in contact with the water.<\/strong> We have also shared this article that discusses if a pool light can electrocute you<\/a>. You can check out the article for an in-depth discussion about the topic.<\/p>\n

Electrical Clearances<\/h3>\n

Take note that there is a required minimum distance for overhead power conductors, overhead communication lines, and underground wiring. When building a pool, make sure that you followed proper guidelines. For instance, the clearance requirements for overhead lines should be relative to the maximum water level, diving surface, and pool surround. Furthermore, underground clearances should be relative to the wall of the pool.<\/p>\n

Equipotential Bonding<\/h3>\n

When it comes to pools, the bonding creates a conductive link between the metallic components and the electrical components of the pool structure. In case there is a failure in the electrical system, the conductive link allows a low impedance path for the current to flow and trip the breaker. Without this, the water and other surfaces of the pool will get electrified. The binding also reduces the voltage difference between the exposed surfaces, which effectively lessens the risk of electrical shock injury.<\/p>\n

Ground Fault Current Interrupter Protection<\/h3>\n

GFCIs or ground fault current interrupter protection are the fast-acting circuit breakers specifically designed to shut off the electric power in case there is a ground fault. GFCIs work by comparing the amount of current that goes to and returns from equipment to the circuit conductors.<\/p>\n

\u2705 Video – Pool Expert Gives Tips To Prevent Electrocution<\/h4>\n

CBS Sacramento shared the video below on YouTube. It discusses tips on how to prevent electrocution. It is vital that you make sure to check and maintain your pool lights to avoid the danger of electrocution. Check out the video below for more tips and information.<\/p>\n\n\n

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