I am wiring a room in my basement and have a few questions...following is what I have completed. 1. have the main wire (14/2) coming from the the main panel to a GFCI outlet. [I](note) local code dictates that the first thing on the circuit is the GFCI outlet when other outlets are underground.[/I] 2. 14/2 wire coming from GFCI outlet to outlet(2)...14/2 wire coming from outlet(2) to outlet(3)...14/2 wire coming from outlet(3) to outlet(4). 3. I need to wire a ceiling fan/light combination. [Question] - Can I run another wire from the GFCI to a switch and then a 14/3 from the switch to the fan/light? If this is possible, how would I wire it? Thanks PS - I am a novice homeowner...but I can read. :)

Originally Posted by littlebogi Hello, I am brand new, so if I am breaking a protocol by sending a private message I apologize. I saw your post regarding a GFCI circuit. I have the same issue. I simply wanted to install a dimmer for the lights over a bathroom vanity. I tripped the breaker at the panel, removed the on/off switch and installed the dimmer, it didn't work. Used the volt meter and decided the circuit breaker was bad. Installed new breaker and the dimmer works fine. Problem, the outlet with the GFCI is dead and won't reset, I didn't touch the wiring to that outlet at this point. The bathroom at the opposite end of the house has same issue, the outlet in that bath is also dead though not a GFCI, the lights over the vanitiy work in each room, I did not touch any wiring in the 2nd bath. Every other receptacle, light etc. in the house works. just for kicks I took my voltmeter outside and tested the outside receptacles, they're also dead. I cannot find another breaker panel in the house. I disconnected the GFCI and tested all of the leads, dead. Everything was working prior to the installation of the dimmer. Will appreciate any help, going on 2 days now. Talk about men not asking for directions, huh! Thanks, Jim