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Ceiling fan quit working no power at switch circuit breaker not tripped?
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∙ 14y ago
I have seen cases where an open breaker is the cause of such problems. It appears to be on, but is open internally. Check the voltage with a meter or temporarily piggy-back the fan circuit on another breaker.
If it isn't the breaker it is a connection somewhere in the circuit leading to the fan switch. If the power is coming from a GFCI outlet, check that. Otherwise, you start at the breaker measuring voltage and then try and find other spots in the circuit before the fan switch and check voltages there. You can also go a bit high tech and buy a signal tracer for about $30 and check out the circuit wiring. Then there is always an electrician who will likely find the problem quickly.
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I noticed that my thermostat wasn't working so I took the cover off to see if the batteries were dead but there are no batteries in it I went outside to see if the AC was working and it wasn't HELP?
If your thermostat doesn't have batteries, it may be hardwired into your HVAC system. Check the circuit breaker to ensure it hasn't tripped. If the circuit breaker is fine, there might be an issue with the wiring or the thermostat itself. Calling a professional HVAC technician would be the best course of action to diagnose and fix the problem.
Outlet stopped working and it is not a GFCI?
First, check the circuit breakers; make sure they are all ON. Find out if any other outlets on the same breaker are working; it's always possible that a breaker is faulty. If the breaker is on and everything else on the circuit is working, it could be as simple as a poor connection inside the outlet. Also even though the outlet is not a GFCI, it may be fed from a GFCI outlet. Check near by outlets to see if any are GFCI and are tripped.
You were changing the light bulb in your Kenmore dryer with the power on and hit the hot terminal on the dryer causing a spark the house breaker does not seem to be tripped. model?
It takes a finite amount of time to trip a breaker. The short you caused may not have tripped the breaker. If the dryer is no longer working there may be an internal reset that has tripped.
Why would Window AC unit and TV go out checked breakers all ok switched breaker on and off still nothing overhead light in room is working any idea?
If A/C unit and TV are on the same circuit it sounds like a breaker trip. If it is not evident which breaker tripped move all of the breakers off one at a time. Move completely to the off position. You should come across one that clicks when moved to the off position. This is the tripped breaker.
What would cause circuit breaker to trip in new box from old box?
A circuit breaker will trip if it is faulty or if the connected circuit has a short circuit or a connected device is trying to draw more current than the breaker rating. If you disconnect the output wire from the breaker and it still trips, it is a faulty breaker. If the breaker is tripping immediately when it is turned on then start disconnecting elements of the circuit to see what might be causing the problem. If everything was working and now isn't, it is likely that the wire from the breaker is nicked where it exits the box and is shorting to the feedthru connector.
Will a circuit breaker be the cause of an air conditioner not turning on?
It is possible if the circuit breaker has tripped or is faulty. The best way to check is by unplugging the air conditioner, and plugging in a table lamp. If the lamp lights up, then you know that the circuit breaker is working, if not then it is faulty.
I noticed that my thermostat wasn't working so I took the cover off to see if the batteries were dead but there are no batteries in it I went outside to see if the AC was working and it wasn't HELP?
If your thermostat doesn't have batteries, it may be hardwired into your HVAC system. Check the circuit breaker to ensure it hasn't tripped. If the circuit breaker is fine, there might be an issue with the wiring or the thermostat itself. Calling a professional HVAC technician would be the best course of action to diagnose and fix the problem.
Your burnham boiler has stopped working what do you do?
Check for the obvious, circuit breaker , emergency switch or thermostat off, fuel valve closed, tripped safety switch ( reset it once and determine reason it tripped and repair) Call for service if none of these gets you going.
Outlet stopped working and it is not a GFCI?
First, check the circuit breakers; make sure they are all ON. Find out if any other outlets on the same breaker are working; it's always possible that a breaker is faulty. If the breaker is on and everything else on the circuit is working, it could be as simple as a poor connection inside the outlet. Also even though the outlet is not a GFCI, it may be fed from a GFCI outlet. Check near by outlets to see if any are GFCI and are tripped.
You were changing the light bulb in your Kenmore dryer with the power on and hit the hot terminal on the dryer causing a spark the house breaker does not seem to be tripped. model?
It takes a finite amount of time to trip a breaker. The short you caused may not have tripped the breaker. If the dryer is no longer working there may be an internal reset that has tripped.
How do you work air circuit breaker?
There are various to check if your air circuit breaker working. You can use various tools that are available to test your air circuit breaker. A clamping ammeter is ideal for this purpose.
Why would Window AC unit and TV go out checked breakers all ok switched breaker on and off still nothing overhead light in room is working any idea?
If A/C unit and TV are on the same circuit it sounds like a breaker trip. If it is not evident which breaker tripped move all of the breakers off one at a time. Move completely to the off position. You should come across one that clicks when moved to the off position. This is the tripped breaker.
What is the problem when your heating and air condition just quits working and doesn't come on when you turn the knob?
Breaker is tripped.
What could cause the pool to not come on?
The start capacitor could be bad. Is the Breaker tripped? Do you have a timer? Is it working properly?
Is it dangerous to have water in circuit breaker?
Yes. Water can damage the breaker and prevent it from working, or it may continue to carry current after the breaker trips.
Why isn't my Home air conditioner working?
My sources say because the breaker tripped??? How the heck am i to know you didn't explain for people to diagnose!
What would cause circuit breaker to trip in new box from old box?
A circuit breaker will trip if it is faulty or if the connected circuit has a short circuit or a connected device is trying to draw more current than the breaker rating. If you disconnect the output wire from the breaker and it still trips, it is a faulty breaker. If the breaker is tripping immediately when it is turned on then start disconnecting elements of the circuit to see what might be causing the problem. If everything was working and now isn't, it is likely that the wire from the breaker is nicked where it exits the box and is shorting to the feedthru connector.
