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The purpose of an automotive fuse is to keep the electronic device the fuse is protecting from being damaged in the case of a short in the wiring. It also keeps the risk of a fire down as a shorted wire will create heat and could possibly burn the car up if unfused.
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Which actual fuse is it?
What Type of fuse for what is it use for
It is ok to use a fuse with a higher amperage rating and not ok to use a fuse with a smaller amperage rating why?
It is ok to use a fuse with a higher amperage rating and not ok to use a fuse with a smaller amperage rating why?
Should you use time delay fuse when installing a range?
No, use a standard fuse.
Can you use 250 volt fuse in place of 600 volt fuse on a 277 volt system in a in line fuse holder?
No, use a fuse rated for the proper voltage.
You can not get the fuse out?
If its a plastic fuse use needle nose pliers remove what ever pieces are left. If its a glass fuse use a small screwdriver
Can you use a 125V 15A fuse to replace a 250V 10A fuse?
No, the voltage rating should not be exceeded. However, you could use a 250v 10a fuse for a 125v 10a fuse.
What fuse to use in a streamlight car charger?
I use a 30amp buss type fuse and it works great.
When you fuse a monster does the monster you use to fuse with goes to the graveyard?
Yes.
Can you use a 250v 3a fuse to replace a 250v 3.15 fuse?
No
Why do you use resettable fuses?
If you can reset it, then it is not a fuse it is a breaker. You use then so you do not have to replace a fuse, you can just reset the breaker.
Can you use a 250v 15 amp fuse for a 125v 15 amp?
Use the correct fuse and nothing else.
Can you use a 3 amp fuse instead of a 2.5 amp fuse for a speaker?
NO! The use of a higher rated fuse than is recommended can cause the wiring to overheat and cause a fire. Use exactly what is required.
