2006-12-30 17:16:31 · 7 answers · asked by Metalnmyblood 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
The breaker is a safety device that senses when there is too large of a load on the circuit. Also the breaker could just be bad, and requires replacement. If you have doubts, call a pro. Be safe!
2006-12-30 17:22:04 · answer #1 · answered by poppyman54 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Does it trip immediately when you reset it, or does it stay on for a bit before going off? If it trips immediately, or won't go on at all, chances are there's a short somewhere. If it takes a little time to switch itself off, that's a sign of an overload. Then again, the breaker could be bad, but this isn't a common thing. Breakers generally last a long time.
2006-12-30 19:11:47 · answer #2 · answered by BuddyL 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have you noticed that it goes off when a heavy load appliance is turned on. I am thinking of things like the microwave.
If this is the problem, perhaps you need a breaker that has a bit of a time delay built in. This accommodates the high inrush current of some appliances. You want to replace this one with a delayed action one of the same current rating. Probably you will have to go to an electrical supply house to find one.
2006-12-31 08:20:22 · answer #3 · answered by Ed 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It switches to the "Tripped" position in most cases because its doing its job.It most likely has and will continue to "Trip" due to a fault in the circuit.Have a pro check the circuit out.DONT continue to try to reset the breaker,especialy if it keeps tripping off.
2006-12-30 17:44:55 · answer #4 · answered by Sp0iler 2U 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Poppy is right. Have you added an appliance to this circuit recently, like an electric heater? They draw lots of electricity and could easily overload your circuit's capacity. If you have to... try a different circuit (outlet).
Hope this helps.
2006-12-30 17:55:39 · answer #5 · answered by LoneWolf 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have a problem that should be looked at by a trained pro.There is a possible fire or electrocution hazard.This is not for do it yourselvers..Please call a pro in right away and get this taken care of.
2006-12-31 06:19:03 · answer #6 · answered by mr. mr. 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
because it's underpowered and you should look to see why. You might have to much voltage coming into one line. Check everything over.
2006-12-30 22:42:29 · answer #7 · answered by cowboydoc 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋