answersLogoWhite

0

IMO it would be because the circuit breaker has the possibility of going bad and not working (allowing a short to move through the device), but fuses blow (cause a break) no matter what if shorted.

User Avatar

Wiki User

14y ago

What else can I help you with?

Related Questions

How is a fuse different from a circuit breaker?

A fuse is used one time and replaced. A breaker can be re-set.


Why will too many electrical devices operating at one time after blow a fuse or trip a circuit breaker?

The load exceeds the limit of the breaker or fuse. For example a 20 amp breaker on a 120 volt circuit will handle 2400 watts. Exceed that wattage and the breaker will trip or the fuse will blow.


Where is fuse for 1994 Chevy Astro door locks?

It is in the fuse panel under the drivers side of the dash. There is one circuit breaker for the seats/locks. it is a 30 amp one. the other fuse/circuit breaker is the one for labeled cigar lighter. it is a 20 amp one. I believe it is fuse number 13.


Used as a form of safety device in a circuit give one word answer?

A fuse or circuit breaker will fit this description.


What might cause a breaker to trip when switching on a light when resetting the breaker and checking the fuse doesn't restore power to one circuit?

Overloaded circuit, short in circuit, or defective switch.


How do I perform a circuit breaker fuse replacement?

To perform a circuit breaker fuse replacement, first turn off the power to the circuit. Locate the fuse box and identify the blown fuse. Use a fuse puller to remove the old fuse and replace it with a new one of the same amperage. Make sure the new fuse is securely in place before turning the power back on.


Give one advantage of using a circuit breaker rather than a wire or cartridge fuse?

An electrical breaker is dual function an electrical fuse just has one purpose.


Where is the circuit breaker for the rear defog on 2003 Monte Carlo?

The circuit breaker is located on the back side of the fuse block that is located on the passenger side of the dashboard. you will have to release the clips that hold the fuse block down and turn it around. there you will find two metal box circuit breakers, one of which is the DEFOG breaker.


What device can break an electric circuit?

There are 2 different types of these devices: circuit breakers (which can be reset after the problem is fixed) and fuses (which must be replaced after the problem is fixed).


Where is the fuse for the headlights for a 1991 Chevrolet Blazer?

There isn't one. The headlight switch has a circuit breaker built into it.


What fuse controls drivers window in 2004 grand prix?

One circuit breaker protects all the power windows. If only one window doesn't work it's not the circuit breaker/fuse. It could be the switch in the drivers door or the power window motor has failed.


What is used to insure that too much current does not flow through one circuit?

A circuit breaker or a fuse is used to insure that too much current does not flow through one circuit.