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Articles about Circuit Breaker

Electrical Question from Paul about Electrical Surge Problem


Question: why does my main switch red not trip when i send a fault current through it.



Is it safe to install a larger sized circuit breaker?


The solution is to have new circuits installed for specific areas or devices which would eliminate the possibility of…



My new ceiling fans trip the circuit breaker


If the circuit trips off immediately then this could be a short in the circuit wiring or components. If the circuit trips after the ceiling fans have…



Why Does My Dryer Trip the 220 Volt Circuit Breaker?


An electric dryer requires a dedicated 30 amp 220 volt circuit. Double check that the circuit breaker is a double or 2-pole circuit breaker and its says ……



Why Does my Circuit Breaker Trip when I use the Microwave Oven?


The electrical load of the toaster and the microwave over exceed the amperage of the existing shared circuit.



Electrical Question From Jim About Circuit Breaker


Question: I currently have a 100 amp service and am considering adding a hot tub. My panel is full with 12 15A, 7 20A, and 1 60A (double pole) breakers. I have 2 refrigerators, a max of 3 window AC units in the summer, a whirlpool tub, and the usual assortment of kitchen appliances and electronics and a treadmill.



Electrical Question From Donald About Circuit Breaker


Question: What is the internal connection of a 220v breaker? Does it trip only if current over its rating is detected phase to phase? Also what is the internal connection of a 3 phase breaker?



Electrical Question from Josh about Buffers That Trip Circuit Breakers


Question: I have a 120 volt buffer that draws 12 amps and is rated at 1500 rpm and is dc rectified.



Electrical Question about a Circuit Breaker for a Deep Fryer


Question: My breaker in my candy shop trips when I put on my double deep fryer. What can I do about it?



Electrical Question from Chuck about Circuit Breaker


The built in vacuum popped the circuit breaker, but even when I unplug the vacuum the circuit breaker switch will trip in a matter of seconds again. Do I need to replace the individual breaker switch?



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