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Answer If it doesn't trip, then the logic sensor is bad and the whole thing needs to be replaced. A residential grade gfi is about five bucks and is relatively easy to replace. Turn the power off first.
This failure was common with older style GFCIs that could be surge damaged and then fail to protect human life. Newer designs will (should) not reset if a GFCI has been damaged.
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Can you hook up a two pole 20 amp breaker to a 30 amp outlet for a dryer?
Probably not. If the appliance has multiple heating levels then you might get away with it. In this scenario you would only be able to use 30 amps of the appliance's 40 amp capacity before the breaker would trip.
I have a 15 amp tool hooked up to a 15 amp breaker- This trips the breaker even with nothing else running- There is also a GFCI outlet on the same circuit- Is the breaker or GFCI bad?
It is likely that the 15 amp tool is drawing more current than the breaker can handle, causing it to trip. The GFCI outlet might not be the issue here unless there is a ground fault causing it to trip. Consider using the tool on a circuit with a higher amperage breaker to prevent tripping.
What cause circuit breaker to trip when refrigerator plug in?
The circuit breaker may trip when the refrigerator is plugged in due to a power surge caused by the refrigerator's compressor turning on. This sudden spike in electrical demand can trip the breaker as a safety measure to protect the electrical system from damage. It could also be due to electrical overload if the circuit is already carrying a heavy load from other appliances.
Plugging an electric heater into a GFI outlet caused the lights and other outlets to go out but didn't trip the circuit breaker why?
A GFCI receptacle can pass it's "protection" to other outlets wired from it. If the GFCI trips, all outlets wired from it will "trip" also. A GFCI tripping will not necessarily trip the circuit breaker in the service panel.
Does breaker trip when circuit it is protectiong got wet?
Not unless the leakage current gets higher that what the trip setting of the breaker is. In many underground conduit systems the feeder conductors are in water continuously due to leaks in the under ground conduit system.
Why does Ac trip breaker when on heat it doesn't?
That tells me the problem is with the outdoor unit. Most likely a dead compressor or fan motor. Additionally, your indoor and outdoor units are not on the same breaker.
Will an outlet fry if both hot and neutral are connected to silver terminals?
No, it will just trip the breaker as you have a dead short.
Can you hook up a two pole 20 amp breaker to a 30 amp outlet for a dryer?
Probably not. If the appliance has multiple heating levels then you might get away with it. In this scenario you would only be able to use 30 amps of the appliance's 40 amp capacity before the breaker would trip.
I have a 15 amp tool hooked up to a 15 amp breaker- This trips the breaker even with nothing else running- There is also a GFCI outlet on the same circuit- Is the breaker or GFCI bad?
It is likely that the 15 amp tool is drawing more current than the breaker can handle, causing it to trip. The GFCI outlet might not be the issue here unless there is a ground fault causing it to trip. Consider using the tool on a circuit with a higher amperage breaker to prevent tripping.
What cause circuit breaker to trip when refrigerator plug in?
The circuit breaker may trip when the refrigerator is plugged in due to a power surge caused by the refrigerator's compressor turning on. This sudden spike in electrical demand can trip the breaker as a safety measure to protect the electrical system from damage. It could also be due to electrical overload if the circuit is already carrying a heavy load from other appliances.
Plugging an electric heater into a GFI outlet caused the lights and other outlets to go out but didn't trip the circuit breaker why?
A GFCI receptacle can pass it's "protection" to other outlets wired from it. If the GFCI trips, all outlets wired from it will "trip" also. A GFCI tripping will not necessarily trip the circuit breaker in the service panel.
Does breaker trip when circuit it is protectiong got wet?
Not unless the leakage current gets higher that what the trip setting of the breaker is. In many underground conduit systems the feeder conductors are in water continuously due to leaks in the under ground conduit system.
Can a 230 v window air conditioner work efficiently using a 220 v plug?
No, it will draw more power then the outlet provides and trip the circuit breaker.
How to tell if 1964 240 V stove plug is tripping the circuit breaker or is the circuit breaker bad?
To determine if the stove plug is tripping the circuit breaker, plug the stove into a different outlet with the same voltage rating. If it doesn't trip the breaker, the issue may be with the original outlet or circuit. If the stove still trips the breaker, it may be a problem with the stove itself. If the circuit breaker seems problematic, consult an electrician to diagnose and fix the issue.
Can a breaker be bad and not trip when there is an electrical overload?
Yes, a breaker can be faulty and fail to trip when there is an electrical overload.
Can a shunt trip breaker be tripped from to different emergency buttons?
Yes a shunt trip breaker can be activated manually.
What can cause a circuit breaker to trip?
A circuit breaker can trip due to overloading, short circuits, or ground faults.
