0
You need to use an ammeter - usually the current setting on a multi-meter. The meter should be connected to the circuit in series.
Wiki User
∙ 13y ago
Add your answer:
Earn +20 pts
How do you confirm that you are not overloading an outlet?
Check the number of amps that your circuit can handle. You should not put devices with more than that many amps (total) on that circuit. Most houses are 15 amps and bathrooms 20 amps.
What instrument is used to check the full load amps of a compressor?
amprobe
You just bought a 1997 Saturn sl1 and the tail lights and dash lights are no longer wooking after you gave it a car wash please help?
chances are it is a blown fuse. Look under the dash, look for the fuses cover and check the park/lamp fuses. Or check one by one and replace the blown one with another OF THE SAME CAPACITY (AMPS) ... there are 10 Amps, 15 Amps, 20 Amps and 30 Amps ... install only the proper AMPS fuse.
How many amps does 7.5 ton Air Conditioner draw?
You have to check the label on the unit itself. It will give you all the information as far as maximum and minimum amps.
Explain the power rating of this bulb say 60W what if the voltage changes?
You can check it out yourself using these formulas. Watts = Amps x Volts. Voltage = Watts/Amps
How do you tell if the compressor is bad in a window air conditioner?
Borrow a clamp on amp meter and check full load amps. If pulling full load amps then compressor condemned.
Can a 75 and 78 battery be used in a 94 astro van?
as long as the cranking amps are the correct stye it will tell the cranking amps on the battery check your owners manual for the cranking amps for your van or call an auto parts store and ask them what size you need.
How many amps does it take to start a SUV?
usually around 600 amps, but it depends on the engine you have. For example, a larger engine will require more amps than a smaller engine. a typical 5.0 L V8 requires about 650 amps, and some SUVs have larger and smaller engines. So check your engine,and get the right battery.
Battery is fine but cold cranking amps are low and car hesitates when cranking?
check battery and alternator
What are my options for models of 900 watt car amps?
Rockford Fosgate offers a great selection of 900 watt amps. You can also check reviews on the Kenwood 900 watt mono channel amp.
How much can a 20 kilowatt generator power a home's furnace and vital appliances?
The formula to use is I = W/E. Amps = 20000/240 = 83 amps. Check the nameplate of the equipment that you want to connect to the generator. You can add equipment up to the total of 20000 watts or 83 amps.
What causes 5 amp fuse to blow?
A current greater than 5 amps; check for short circuits.
