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Don't overload it.

Your circuit may not be large enough. If it is 15 amps at 110 volts I'd bet that's it. If it shares a circuit with lights or other equipment that may be a major factor also.

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What could stop the flow if there is too much electric current?

circuit breaker or fuse


Can a circuit breaker be reset and used again?

A circuit break will reset until it mechanically breaks down. What you should be looking at is why is the breaker tripping all the time. A breaker is a safety device that stop current from overloading the wire that it is protecting. When the breaker trips check and find out what other devices have stopped working. Total up the wattages. If the total is above 1500 watts then something is going to have to be disconnected on that circuit.


How does a circuit breaker operate?

A circuit breaker can be magnetic; the higher the current is the stronger the magnetic field will be, if the magnetic field gets strong enough it will pull open the circuit. A circuit breaker can also be thermal; as current travels through the circuit heat is generated (higher current = more heat), in the breaker there is two different kinds of metal bonded together, each will expand and contract at different rates, since they are bonded together they will bend and trip the circuit open. A circuit breaker can be a combination of magnetic and thermal.


The part of a circuit that closes or opens a circuit?

Generally a circuit breaker (like a light switch) But I guess you could use a resistor of the right resistance If you are talking about the circuit breaker there is an electromagnetic coil in it which get magnetized on a specific amount of current and breaks the circuit


Which electric element should be used so as to open the closed electric circuit?

A switch, circuit breaker, fuse, or switching transistor can do that.

Related Questions

Will a circuit breaker give off less amperage?

A circuit breaker does not give off amperage. A circuit breaker allows a flow of current up to the rating of the breaker. Any current higher than that of the breaker's rating will open the breaker's contacts and stop the flow of current.


Can a circuit breaker be locked in the on position to stop inadvertent switch offs?

No, this isn't necessary. The circuit breaker protects your home by avoiding an overcharging caused by a short-circuit. It's advisable blocking the access to the breaker.


What could stop the flow if there is too much electric current?

circuit breaker or fuse


What is a circuit breaker for?

The circuit breaker obviously breaks the circuit but only in an attempt to stop a surge of electricity going through your house and possibly hurting you if you're using an appliance, or popping light bulbs and most likely starting a fire.


Why do outlets stop working?

Outlets can stop working due to issues such as a tripped circuit breaker, a blown fuse, a faulty outlet, or wiring problems.


Can a circuit breaker be reset and used again?

A circuit break will reset until it mechanically breaks down. What you should be looking at is why is the breaker tripping all the time. A breaker is a safety device that stop current from overloading the wire that it is protecting. When the breaker trips check and find out what other devices have stopped working. Total up the wattages. If the total is above 1500 watts then something is going to have to be disconnected on that circuit.


How does a circuit breaker operate?

A circuit breaker can be magnetic; the higher the current is the stronger the magnetic field will be, if the magnetic field gets strong enough it will pull open the circuit. A circuit breaker can also be thermal; as current travels through the circuit heat is generated (higher current = more heat), in the breaker there is two different kinds of metal bonded together, each will expand and contract at different rates, since they are bonded together they will bend and trip the circuit open. A circuit breaker can be a combination of magnetic and thermal.


Why has your 3500 Honda single phase stop generating?

First check the obvious. See if the circuit breaker has been tripped.


Is it better to have a high or low resistance across a circuit breaker?

A circuit breaker is supposed to protect the more valuable component the circuit is connected to. Too low a resistance, a minor glitch (spike) will break the circuit and stop the device from working. Too high a resistance, no glitches, no matter how large (a child sticking a paper clip into the wall sockets, for example), will break the circuit and the device (child) may get damaged. Each circuit will have a purpose (power load), and the circuit breaker should be chosen for that purpose with some tolerance. A free standing closed circuit breaker should have no resistance across its internal contacts. The main purpose of a circuit breaker is to protect the conductors that supply the load. If the current going to the load becomes greater that the amperage rating of the wire the circuit will open thereby saving the conductors from damage. Once the load current is below the wire rating ampacity, the breaker can be reset for normal operation.


The part of a circuit that closes or opens a circuit?

Generally a circuit breaker (like a light switch) But I guess you could use a resistor of the right resistance If you are talking about the circuit breaker there is an electromagnetic coil in it which get magnetized on a specific amount of current and breaks the circuit


Why did my outlet suddenly stop working?

Your outlet may have stopped working due to a tripped circuit breaker, a blown fuse, a faulty outlet, or a wiring issue. It is recommended to check the circuit breaker, replace the fuse if necessary, and have a professional electrician inspect the outlet and wiring for any issues.


Why does the heater blower randomly stop blowing air in your 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee V8?

sometimes this is caused by the blower resistor heating up and shutting the circuit down, or it could be in the blower itself heating up and shutting down.