The washer is the only machine using that outlet. The problem only started last week and I've had previous machines using that outlet before so I doubt it is an electric problem...could the washer's motor or wiring be faulty?
2007-07-17 03:09:24 · 12 answers · asked by Hocks 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
i have to agree with sb, some of the other answers are so far off i can`t believe it, if my house was 75 years old i would have all ready changed the service and all of the wiring.
if i Had to guess at the problem with out any more information i would say that you have your washer on a dedicated circuit, meaning that newer homes built in the last 35 years have circuits just for one major appliance{ washer, dryer, oven/cook top, disposal and a/c} so i can doubt that it is another load on the circuit. that leaves only the washer and the circuit it self, the washer being fairly new should still have a warranty {hopefully you bought an extended type} you should be able to get the washer checked for free. now all that is left is the circuit, it should be a 20 amp circuit first off and if you don`t have the skill to check it out you should call a friend that does or knows someone that can do it for you.
good luck
it seems like many of the people answering didn`t read the question
2007-07-17 04:27:49 · answer #1 · answered by RUSSELLL 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Answer is there is only two ways to trip the breaker.
1.) To exceed the amperage rating for that breaker.
2.) The breaker is faulty.
If this washer was on this circuit prior to last week and nothing happened. Then all of a sudden last week it began to trip the breaker. I would first think, an outlet somewhere is also on that breaker and a device had begun to be used on that outlet last week. The excessive current is causing the breaker to trip. Meaning, when that device is on the breaker without the washer there is no overage; however, once the washer is turned on the total exceeds the rating so the breaker trips. Before, the device did not exist so there was no problem.
Often when a motor begins to die it does draw more current to turn than it used to, so this is also a possibility but I'd consider the first suggestion here first and foremost.
If it were the outlet it would trip the breaker no matter if the device is on or not - so I don't see that as being the case here. Since other washers have used this line before I do not see it being a problem with the outlet or the wiring, that problem would have made itself known in the past - not the recent past either.
Is someone leaving a curling iron on somewherel that could be on this circuit? Is the fridge kicking in at the same time you are washing? Is the AC on more now than it was prior to last week, and on this circuit? These are some of the things to consider before you conclude it is the washer motor.
If you know anyone that knows about electricity then have them test the amperage of the washer and check against its specs. Is its draw within range?
2007-07-17 05:20:37 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
You say you machine is the only one on that outlet. That does not mean it is the only thing on that circuit. Some one or two small rooms of outlet are on one circuit. This has happened to me before when pulling heavy loads on other outlets on the same circuit. Especially the washing machine. See if you can find An Electrician or someone to help you look at your circuit panel and figure what else could be on the same circuit. Try not using one of these things if there are several while you are washing clothes. It was my washer that threw the breaker too. Do you have an air conditioner perchance maybe on the same breaker? Hope this helps.
If you want to try a test and you know where your circuit panel is go hit switches one at a time (then turn them back on) until your washer has no electricity. Then check to see what else in the near vicinity of the washer has no power. Everything that has no power will be on that circuit in you circuitbox.
2007-07-17 03:26:16 · answer #3 · answered by hearthecatsmeow 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I once had a similar problem. My cooker tripped the electrics every time I cooked pasta. Eventually I discovered that two wires in the back were trapped close together when the cooker backplate was screwed in place. Maybe the plastic casing on the wire was cracked because if the pasta boiled over there was just enough moisture to bridge the tiny gap between the two wires and Bingo! No electrics! By leaving the backplate (aluminium sheet covering the works) off, the wires had more space and there was no problem. I probably should have had the wiring re-done or insulated better but my solution worked for me. I wonder if your washer has either a leak or steam is escaping and doing something similar with the dryer. Electricians didn't find the fault on my cooker, it was a long slow process of elination on my part after they had given up and scratched their heads - but it saved me buying a new cooker. I would recommend using an electrician if you can for safety's sake though. Lynette
2016-05-20 01:05:46 · answer #4 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Time for a repair man. Unless something else has been added to that circuit, I suspect the washing machine has a problem. Does anything else in the house not work when that breaker is tripped? Usually washers are on their own circuit, but not always. The washer may still be under warranty. Circuit breakers can go bad but not usually.
2007-07-17 04:25:25 · answer #5 · answered by John himself 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Certainly you could have recently added something to the same circuit, so that your overall load on that branch is higher.
The first thing I would check is the washing machine for a frayed wire that is touching the frame and going to ground.
Maybe it is rubbing against something and shorting out. It could be in the middle of a bundle and be causing problems.
Maybe water got somewhere it shouldn't be.
There could also be a mechanical problem which is causing the motor to work harder. Bad transmission, bad bearings.
The circuit breaker could be a problem, but that would be the last thing I would consider, my house is over 75 years and no problems.
2007-07-17 03:52:02 · answer #6 · answered by defenderjim 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Asolutely.......the washing machine has water, moisture, and metal. Especially if it's old, there could easily be a short or a motor or switch going bad.
Don't rule out the outlet or wiring, though.
Also, the circuit breaker could be getting "weaker" depending on how it's designed to work. That sometimes happens.
Hey......before you fry yourself or burn down the house spend a few bucks and get an electrician in there to fix the problem. It will be money well spent.
2007-07-17 03:19:00 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
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2016-05-02 15:24:18 · answer #8 · answered by lulu 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would have both the circuit and the washing machine checked for problems, it does not sound safe to me!
2007-07-17 03:20:44 · answer #9 · answered by sbyldy 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Take an extension cord and plug it in someplace else and if it doesnt trip, you have a house wiring problem. If you do have the same problem. http://appliancequickfix.com/ may have some ideas for you, but I suspect the house wiring.
2007-07-17 08:54:05 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋