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Is electricity wasted if we switch on a socket and do not use it?
Yes, electricity is wasted if a socket is switched on but not being used because the electricity is still flowing through the circuit even though no device is drawing power.
If a dimmer switch is turned to a low position but not off is it still on?
Yes it is still on and using as much power as if it was on full
Is it normal for tester to show hot on a light switch with it in the off position and no power going to the light it controls?
No, it is not normal for a tester to show a hot signal on a light switch when it is in the off position and there is no power going to the light it controls. This could indicate a wiring issue or a faulty switch that needs to be addressed. It is best to consult a qualified electrician to investigate further and ensure safety.
What happens when a switch circuit is opened?
When a switch is closed the path through the circuit is continuous.
If you unscrew a light bulb slightly and leave the power on to it is it still using power?
Possibly. If it still works when you turn it on, the of course it is using power. If it does not work when it otherwise would, then it is definitely not using power, just as if you didn't have the bulb there at all. <<>> With the voltage on the circuit and the light bulb in the circuit, the bulb will glow. If you unscrew the bulb until it goes out the potential voltage will still be in the circuit but no current will flow so no power will be used. In this scenario the unscrewing of the bulb will be the same as using a switch in the circuit to interrupt the current flow.
Is electricity wasted if we switch on a socket and do not use it?
Yes, electricity is wasted if a socket is switched on but not being used because the electricity is still flowing through the circuit even though no device is drawing power.
If a plug socket is left on with nothing pluged in will it still consume power?
No, unless there is an indicator light in the socket.
1999 Ford Explore All the light bulbs are working but my left brake light isn't Would it be the brake light switch if the right brake light is still working?
No. I am assuming that you first replaced the bulb? If you did replace the bulb, then I would check to see if you are getting power to the bulb socket. If no power is getting to the socket, you then need to find the break in the electric lines going to the socket.
Why is the earthed side of a circuit negatively-charged ie attract positively-charged ions?
There's no reason that the circuit must be configured that way. There are many circuits, devices, and applications in which the positive side is earthed. For example ... and for some reason that I still don't know after a lifetime in the telecommunications industry ... most telephone systems are powered with negative DC power plants, that is, with huge DC power plants and battery banks whose positive sides are earthed.
If a dimmer switch is turned to a low position but not off is it still on?
Yes it is still on and using as much power as if it was on full
Why should you not connect any electrical switch to the neutral instead of the phase?
IF Neutral is connected to the Switch then Live still exists on the socket even if the Switch is OFF.In such a situation a person can get a shock as Live can form a circuit thru the body to Ground.
Jumped low pressure switch pressure switch at rear of compressor still nothing?
Make sure that there is power getting to the ac clutch when the switch is jumped. If the power is there then the clutch is bad and needs to be replaced.
Why does the light fixture still have power when the switch is turned off?
When a light fixture still has power when the switch is turned off, it could be due to a wiring issue where the switch is not properly cutting off the power supply to the fixture. This can happen if there is a faulty switch, a loose connection, or a short circuit in the wiring. It is important to have a qualified electrician inspect and repair the issue to prevent any safety hazards.
Why use relay insted of switch?
Because a switch is a 'permanent' action. A relay only completes the circuit while there is power. If there is a fault in the circuit, a switch will still allow power through, whereas a relay will break the circuit.
How can I extend the reach of my outdoor light socket using an outdoor light socket extender?
To extend the reach of your outdoor light socket using an outdoor light socket extender, simply plug the extender into the existing socket and then plug your light fixture into the extender. This will allow you to position your light fixture further away from the original socket while still receiving power.
When a switch is turned off should the load be zero?
The load will be zero after the switch is turned off. if power is still being drawn then the switch is quite likely faulty
Why is it that after I replaced my 1998 Lincoln power window switch it still blows fuses?
You have a short in the cluster.
