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I am concerned that the recent (otherwise very helpful and informative) "Heat Tape" reference article recently posted never emphasized that all electrical splices/connections should be waterproof and that a GFCI protected electrical outlet should always be used for aquaria-related equipment.
I'd like to suggest a prominent safety sticky regarding use of electrical accessories and aquaria. Specifically something that emphasizes that a GFCI-protected outlet should always be used! I'm willing to work such a reference post up if desired. I know too many aquarists who think a little "tingle" when they reach in the tank is normal and always harmless!
Placing it under the new reference section as well as anywhere else beginners might go to read "how to set up" info would be perfect. If desired, I can work up such a post, but it should be pretty simple to do. Could also include photos of various GFCI protection devices.
I'd like to suggest a prominent safety sticky regarding use of electrical accessories and aquaria. Specifically something that emphasizes that a GFCI-protected outlet should always be used! I'm willing to work such a reference post up if desired. I know too many aquarists who think a little "tingle" when they reach in the tank is normal and always harmless!
Placing it under the new reference section as well as anywhere else beginners might go to read "how to set up" info would be perfect. If desired, I can work up such a post, but it should be pretty simple to do. Could also include photos of various GFCI protection devices.