Lights Dim When Dryer Starts
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Electrical Panels and Electric Dryer Circuits – The problem I am having is, no matter what the load is in my house my lights dim… |
Possible Causes of Dim Lights
[ad#block] Home Electrical: I live in a two year old two story single home dwelling.
- The power source is standard 240 with a 200 amp 40 space 40 circuit breaker panel.
- I have five 220 dedicated breakers.
- The problem I am having is, no matter what the load is in my house, my lights, mainly the recessed lights dim badly when the dryer or any other 240 appliances are turned on.
- It seems like it is getting slowly worse.
Any ideas?
This home electrical question came from: Robert, a Homeowner from Sitka, Alaska.
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Dave’s Reply:
Thanks for your electrical question Robert.
Electrical Panels and Electric Dryer Circuits
- Robert, all of the electrical wiring connections should be checked at the electrical panel, especially the lighting circuit.
- This may be an indication of a loose electrical connection or a deteriorating connection with one of the main incoming lines at the panel as well.
- This should be checked by an experienced electrical contractor.
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I replaced a dryer line and plug. When the dryer was turned on the lights on first floor dimmed down to 20 percent.
Hi David,
From what you have described it would be best to turn off the dryer circuit. The circuit wiring methods and the connections to all of the components should be carefully examined to determine any possible fault.
Please note that electrical wiring should be installed with a permit and then inspected by authorities representing the local jurisdiction.
I hope this helps,
Dave