Articles about Circuit

Tripping Breaker for a Ceiling Fan and Light

By Dave Rongey

Billy in Virginia asks: I have a problem with a light circuit where I removed an old light fixture and hung a ceiling fan and wired it into the existing setup then powered the circuit and hit the wall switch to check functions and the breaker tripped.

Tags: ceiling fan, ceiling fan light, ceiling light, light fixture, old light fixture, red wire, tripping breaker, wall switch, wire nut, wiring a ceiling fan

Microwave Oven Does Not Work Hood Fan Does

By Dave Rongey

Should I unplug the Microwave Oven or Keep Using the Hood Exhaust Fan? This electrical wiring question involves a High Electric Bill and a Microwave Hood Exhaust Fan in the Kitchen of a Home.

Tags: kitchen microwave oven hood fan, microwave hood exhaust fan, microwave oven and hood exhaust fan, microwave oven blown fuse, microwave oven not working, repair microwave oven

How to Install a Microwave Outlet Circuit for the Kitchen

By Dave Rongey

Chad in Louisville , Kentucky asks: I am tripping circuits off in my kitchen, do I need another circuit? Installing Dedicated Electrical Circuit Wiring for a Microwave Oven, Appliances they work for about 1-2 minutes and then stop.

Tags: ask an electrician, electrical circuit wiring, electrical question and answer, how to electrical wiring, install microwave circuit, microwave electric circuit, microwave oven circuit, outlet for microwave, wiring a microwave

Locate and Repair an Electrical Circuit Problem

By Dave Rongey

Locating a Problem Electrical Circuit and Methods for Electrical Circuit Repair – The electrical circuit will need to be removed from the circuit breaker and a special circuit locating transmitter can be installed onto the wire to help locate the area that has been penetrated.

Tags: Circuit Breaker, circuit repair, electrical circuit, Electrical Repair, electrical troubleshooting

Signs of a Failing Circuit Breaker

By Dave Rongey

Indications that a Circuit Breaker May Need to be Replaced

Tags: Circuit Breaker, Electrical, electrical panel, electrical wiring, microwave circuit, microwave oven, Missouri, wiring

Electrical Problem with Two Circuits from the Same Phase

By Dave Rongey

How to Identify and Solve Electrical Circuit Problems

Tags: circuit breaker will not reset, double circuit feed, electric circuit problem, electrical circuit, electrical question, electrical troubleshooting, the electrician, tripping circuit breaker

Home Electrical Wiring and Electrical Repairs

Please Note:
Unless otherwise posted, please refer to the following Guidelines when working on Electrical Projects:

Skill Level:
Intermediate to Advanced - Electrical Repairs and Circuit Wiring is Best Performed by a Certified Electrician or Licensed Electrical Contractor.

Electrical Tools Required:
Basic Electricians Pouch of Hand Tools, a Voltage Tester and a Multi Meter.

Estimated Time:
Depends on personal level experience, ability to work with tools, work with electrical wiring, and the available access to the project area.

Precaution:
Identify the project circuit, turn it OFF and Tag it with a Note before working with the wiring.

Important:
Modifying existing electrical circuits or installing additional electrical wiring should be done according to local and National Electrical Codes, with a permit and be inspected.