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A fuse in any type of electrical/electronics circuit is there to protect the circuit or device attached in the event that the current draw exceeds safe or recommended levels.
In house wiring, the chances of the wiring becoming overheated and possibly starting a fire could be the result of something using more current than what the wire is capable of handling. Fuses and circuit breakers are an excellent idea and you should never (nope...never) run a household circuit without one.
If you don't know what size of circuit breaker (or fuse) you need, you can check with your local electrical parts supplier and get the info. Or chances are very good that you can also find that information on the internet. Just check more than one site though because the accuracy may not be completely dependable.
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Do you have a wiring schematic for the fuse box of a 97 Pontiac grand prix?
A 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix fuse box. Wiring schematic diagram can be obtained from most General Motors dealerships. The diagram can be found at most auto-parts stores.
What would make dash light fuse keep blowing on 89 Chevy cacaleir?
A short in the wiring.
What causes the ac fuse's to keep blowing out all the time?
The device that the fuse is protecting is causing the fuse to blow. It could be in the conductors that feed the device. Disconnect the device and see if the fuse blows. If it doesn't, then the wiring to the device is good. If the device is a motor load it could be seized bearing that cause the problem. With the rotor stalled the current will go high and blow the fuse. If you know an electrician, see if the device can be meggered to see if the internal wiring has gone to ground and is short circuiting as this will also cause a fuse to blow.
Why does the fuse blow when replaced?
Most likely a bad bulb, corroded socket or worn/shorted wires. Could be the brake switch too. I'd check in that order. If it ends up being a blown bulb, see sources and related links below for bulb information.
Toyota tacoma 2000 blows tail light fuse when you plug the trailer?
Fuses are designed and intended to protect the wiring from SHORT CIRCUITS and OVERLOADING. When a fuse "blows" instantly upon connecting the trailer wiring to the vehicle wiring connector,suggests a short in the trailer wiring, or one of the light sockets/fixtures. If the fuse did not blow instantly, but over a period of minutes, would be suggestive ofan overload condition. Sinceit blows the tail light fuse, logic suggests the short should be found in the tail light wires or bulb sockets on the trailer. Another possibility, but very remote, is a defect in one or both of the connector plugs. Look for an area ofcut or chaffed insulation onthe trailer tail light wires, where the wire may be "pinched" in a crevicebetween twometal members of the trailer frame, OR where the wire makes a very sharp turn around a metal edge.j3h. you have a short in the tail light wiring of the trailer
Where do you find fuse?
It depends on where it is installed. Household fuses are always in the fuse box. When power goes out in your house, you check the fuse box first.
What are the function of fuse?
To protect wiring or downstream components from over current
Can an astable multivibrator replace household wiring if the circuit is modified?
No. Household wiring requires household wiring.
What is the function of the fuse or circuit breaker in a circuit?
A circuit breaker/fuse is designed to protect the wiring from getting overloaded.
Where can i find a 88 s10 fuse block wiring diagram?
You can find a Chevrolet S10 fuse block wiring diagram in the back of the owners manual. You can also find the fuse block wiring diagram at most Chevrolet dealerships.
Can bad wiring from a battery harness make fuel pump fuse blow?
Yes. Bad wiring can make any fuse blow
Break lights not working?
if the bulbs are not bad, it is the fuse, if the fuse is good, its the wiring.
What is all the wiring from fuse box cald98 Lincoln town?
need a diagram for 2001 Lincoln Town Car for wiring from the fuse box to the fender
Where is the fuse for f250 trailer wiring?
The Ford F2 50 trailer wiring fuse will be one of the auxiliary fuses in the fuse box. The auxiliary fuses will be the last four fuses in the second column.
Which is the positive wire between a white and black wire?
That depends if it is automotive or household wiring. On a car a black wire is almost always ground. On house wiring black is the supply (hot) wire.That depends if it is automotive or household wiring. On a car a black wire is almost always ground. On house wiring black is the supply (hot) wire.
Can a 3.15A 250v fuse be replaced with a 5A 250v fuse?
NO! The circuit wiring is protected by that 3.15 amp fuse. Put a 5 amp fuse in the circuit and the wiring may overheat and cause a fire. Never over-fuse any circuit even in an emergency.
Nopower gets to fuelpump?
Blown fuse, defective relay, loose or corroded wiring.Blown fuse, defective relay, loose or corroded wiring.
