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The wire that runs from the electric meter to the breaker box is called the service entrance cable or service wire. It is responsible for carrying the electricity from the meter into your home's electrical system through the breaker box.

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Is it dangerous if when you shut off all the breakers on the panel box the meter slowly runs backwards?

Yes, it can be dangerous if the meter runs backwards when all breakers are shut off. This could indicate a fault in the electrical system, such as improper wiring or a ground fault. It is best to have a qualified electrician investigate the issue to ensure the safety of your electrical system.


Why is the power off on on breaker when it is not flipped off?

Turning the breaker on allows the power to flow through to the outlets, lights, and appliances on that circuit, so yes power goes to and through a turned on breaker. If the breaker is off, but the main power is on, power still get to the breaker, usually from the bus bar that runs down the middle of the back of the breaker box.


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To calculate the maximum watts on a 15 Amp breaker, you can use the formula P (Watts) = V (Volts) x I (Current). For a 15 Amp breaker on a typical 120V circuit in North America, the maximum wattage would be 1800 watts (120V x 15A).


What would happen if a 240V breaker was on and someone attempted to turn on the clothes dryer?

There is a risk of electrical shock or fire if a 240V breaker is on and someone attempts to turn on the clothes dryer, as the high voltage could create a dangerous situation. It's important to ensure appliances are compatible with the voltage supply and that safety precautions are observed when working with electricity.


When you turn the house lights on the breaker blows why?

This could be due to an overloaded circuit, a short circuit, or a faulty breaker. To determine the exact cause, it is best to consult with an electrician who can assess the situation and make the necessary repairs or adjustments.

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You think somebody is using your electric supply?

You would not be the first person to have someone else tap into your electric power. If you are in a detached house, it is fairly easy to find out. Turn off everything in the house. Leave the circuit breakers on. Have someone stand outside by the meter. See if the meter still runs. (You may need to turn off the breaker to the hot water.) If the meter is still running when nothing in the house is turned on, you can call the power company to come out and check.


How will you find out if your electric meter is tapped?

Switch EVERYTHING electrical off. If the meter still runs, it's showing something is still drawing power.


Why would your electric meter to house turn slow if you have the main turned off?

If your main breaker is open and the utility meter is still measuring current, you probably have another circuit tapped ahead of the main. Usually there will be some sort of junction box with a breaker or fuse in it that is located close to the main panel and probably connected to the main panel with conduit. If you do not see a junction box in close proximity to the main panel then carefully remove the front cover of the main panel and look for a couple smaller wires that are tightened into the cable side of the main breaker. Either that, or check for a few wires that run out of the panel through the same conduit that runs to the meter. Those would be the two most likely terminations used by somebody (previous owner) trying to add a circuit to a full panel. If you can locate that tap, you should be able to follow the wire to determine what the load is. Although I've never heard of a meter measuring current when there is no load on it, you will need to call the utility company if you cannot find a circuit tapped ahead of the main breaker. They own the meter.


Is it dangerous if when you shut off all the breakers on the panel box the meter slowly runs backwards?

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