Double tapped GFCI breaker

[sspradling]

Is there a problem double tapping a Square D GFCI breaker in the panel? Both wires are the same size. Today was the first time I've seen it done. Thanks in advance.
Stu

[Jeffrey R. Pope]

That would depend. Was the breaker rated for two conductors? If not, then it's a problem. . .

[sspradling]

All the other breakers had the m shaped clips under the screw, but this one had a little chip broken out of the breaker body right next to the screw, was in a tight spot with other wires so I couldn't see the clip, both wires were on the same side.. I'm whining now. I'll recommend replacement because of the chip and be done with it. Thanks.
Stu

[Larry D. Kage]

Pigtailing the wires and bringing one conductor to the breaker may be sufficient. ...for the double tap not the broken breaker.

[Paul W. Abernathy]

Stuart,

You are not whining...you are learning.....a very good thing. And yes, if the breaker is damaged recommend it be replaced as the trama that caused the breaker to actually " Break " could have caused internal damage....can't say tha for sure but anytime an inspector notices damage to a breaker or so on in a panel....refer to it in your report and defer the liability.

Lawyers sometimes can make mountains out of mole hills....if given the chance.

[Blaine Wiley]

Originally Posted by pabernathy

Lawyers sometimes can make mountains out of mole hills....if given the chance.

Sometimes????

[Paul W. Abernathy]

Originally Posted by bwiley

Sometimes????

lol...Good Point.......