wrote:

The fan is wired to a switch through the wall. I can't plug it in
somewhere else. I'm betting you're correct about the GFI. I'll
replace it tomorrow.

On 2008-08-23, Steve Barker DLT wrote:

Replace it with a standard outlet and the problem will go away.

No, replace it with a standard outlet and you'll be hiding the
problem. The problem will still be there, and if it becomes worse,
could become dangerous.

Cheers, Wayne