Why do i get a shock when i touch the water?

Blossom112

Blossom112

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Im thinking maybe an electrical problem ?
Wy is it i get a shock when i touch the water ? it isnt like a static shock , this shock really hurts .
What can i do to prevent this ?
Thanks
 
Cant tell you how to find it but my guess would be a bad heater but it could be a pump also, are you touching anything when you get shocked besides the water
 
Check any electrical components that are in the water... Unplug them and then remove and inspect for cracks, etc...

Especially if you have a glass heater. Unplug it, and remove from tank, check for cracks, or water inside the heater... if dammged, replace it..
 
I agree,unplug all electrical components and see if you still get a shock. then Inspect your all of your equipment.
 
ok thats what i thaught , thanks .
i think it may be one of my pumps or pheads, skimmer pump is off tho ?
i baught them used 2 pumps and 2 powerheads , Im buying new powerheads ,hubby checked the power on the pumps and didnt find anything out of the ordinary,but i will take them in get them checked .
The heater is new ,can this still happen? i have the same new on QT and dont get a shock on that one .
No i dont touch anything when i put arm in (maybe the side of the tank )
and always have something on feet (usually crocks or leather ) as im paranoid of being electrocuted lol
we keep all power bars and cords in a bucket with lid on away from tank

hubby never gets a shock when he touches maybe its me , i will invest in a rubber mat under the stand think that would help?lol
 
ok , i did get a shock again , took it out unplugged and got the mag glass , it isnt wet inside ,and dont see any cracks.
Think i will wait till hubbys home to check the rest lol
I just put it back and shock again lmao , and i saw the goby , omg shes so fat looks like going to burst lol

lol i need rubber shoes lol
 
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