[Hallicrafters] GFI vs Isolation Transformer

[JOE]

True, especially some of the old AC/DC radios.  My S-38E has a 470k 
resistor that goes from neutral to chassis ground.  A GFI would probably 
see this as a fault and trip out when you touched the radio.

BTW, a GFI is a good thing to have on your workbench.  My power strip I use 
for troubleshooting equipment is plugged into one and, on occasion, I have 
accidently touched AC and tripped it while troubleshooting.  This could be 
a real lifesaver.

73, Joe, k1ike

At 11:27 PM 12/2/2002 -0800, Radio Randy wrote:
>In addition, GFI outlets may not work with properly grounded boatanchors due
>to the various current paths through the equipment. They may just
>continually trip when you plug your equipment in. I know GFI outlets are
>finicky buggers...

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