Comments by "Ted Sanders" (@surferdude642) on "How electrical short circuit and ground faults trip breakers" video.

  1. This could be normal in GFCI receptacle or regular receptacle as well. Plugging in a tool or appliance with the power off (tool or appliance) will prevent this problem. If the receptacle is old and/or not gripping the cord very well, you should change it. Check the plug condition also.
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  2.  @tookitogo  Good information, you're right about TV's, computers, etc., and they are normally plugged into surge protectors/power strips and left plugged in all the time, so sparking would not be an issue.
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