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Using the correct fuse for the equipment in use is very important as should a fault occur using the wrong fuse could be the difference between a blown fuse or an electrical fire / severe electric shock

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Is there a reset switch on an automobile for a fuse that keep blowing out?

No, if it has a fuse then that is the protection for that circuit. If the fuse keeps blowing then you are either using too small a fuse or you have something wrong with that circuit. Short inn the circuit or it is overloaded. Make sure you are using the correct size fuse and do not use a larger fuse than required.


Why does a 15 amp fuse blow in your Buick Le Sabre?

The fuse is blowing because there may be a dead short in the circuit. If it blows the instant you put in a new fuse or the instant you turn on whatever it is protecting, you have a short. If it blows after the accessory has been on for awhile, then there is an excessive amount of current flowing through the circuit. It will also blow if the fuse is too small. Make sure to not use to big a fuse, but also make sure to use a fuse that is large enough. Use exactly the fuse the circuit requires. Remember the fuse is protecting the wiring from overheating and catching fire, not the particular thing it is running. Bascially something is wrong with the electrical circuit.


Can you use 250V 3.15A fuse to replace a 250V 3A fuse?

It's best if you just make a policy of never replacing a fuse with anything larger. Engineers have calculated the maximum SAFE circuit draw on an electronic device, and you should not use a fuse that will not provide adequate protection to the circuit. It sounds like .15 amp difference shouldn't cause trouble, but it's not a good idea.


What happens to a 1993 suburban wrong fuse into the dash lights?

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Can you use a 5 amp fuse instead of a 4 amp fuse in a television?

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What is the difference between a 3 amp fuse and a 13 amp fuse?

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How do I remove a fuse from a fuse box?

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