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Why would Window AC unit and TV go out checked breakers all ok switched breaker on and off still nothing overhead light in room is working any idea?
If A/C unit and TV are on the same circuit it sounds like a breaker trip. If it is not evident which breaker tripped move all of the breakers off one at a time. Move completely to the off position. You should come across one that clicks when moved to the off position. This is the tripped breaker.
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Should a 20 amp circuit breaker get warm while in use?
Yes all breakers will get warm when in use. The full load current of the load flows through the device. Class A breakers current trip rating is rated at 40 degrees C. If in ambient temperatures higher that 40 C then the thermal trip rating lowers. Likewise if the ambient temperature becomes lower the trip rating increases. Sometimes breakers have to be rearranged in the electrical panel to keep high current breakers away from each other. The ambient temperature of adjacent breakers will raise a breakers temperature and cause needless tripping.
Why is the breaker tripping when you turn on the oven?
An electrical short in the wiring, or a defect in the oven itself. Have it checked out by a qualified technician.
If you blew a fuse in your house but the breaker does not show a blown fuse you still have no power to half your house what next?
If it is half the house, that implies the main breaker or the line coming in. Sometimes, double breakers will trip one of them and not the other. It looks like it is still on. Try flipping the breaker off and back on. If you feel comfortable doing it, open up the panel and check each breaker to see if current is getting through them. Just a two prong test light will tell you this. Start on the main, it may be that one of the lines coming in is dead. Looking at the question, you blew a fuse but the breaker does not show a blown fuse. You shouldn't have both in the same circuit. If you have screw in fuses there should be 2 large Buss fuses at the top of the panel. One of these could be blown. These have to be checked with a tester, there is no way to tell just by looking.
What circuit breaker will interchange with federal pacific?
There is no breaker that will fit a FPE panel except a FPE. The breakers are still being manufactured and are available at Lowes and Home Depot stores, but they are expensive. The failure rate of FPE breakers is worrisome and if I had one in my home I would change it. Federal Pacific has been out of business since the early 80's The current breakers being sold at Home Depot etc, are NOT manufactured by Federal Pacific since that company no longer exists. They are made by aftermarket companies. The FPE problems are not associated with the newer products, HOWEVER, there may be issues with the older FPE panels themselves. It is important to inspect the panels carefully and see that there are no burned or arcing areas and that all screws on the bus bar are securely tight and the bus is not damaged in any way. The breakers must fit properly and SECURELY in to the panel bus bar and the panel cover must hold the breakers securely in place as there are no actual screws to hold the breakers in place. If the breaker fit is loose or sloppy, there is a problem.To clarify the answer to the question, there ARE other options to Federal Pacific or the aftermarket manufactured products. Federal Pacific has a "sister" company in Canada called Federal Pioneer. They are still in business and still being installed today. Although there was a recall on some of there breakers several years ago, there is not the notorious history to Federal Pioneer and they have continued to improve on the product designs.The Federal Pioneer breakers are available in Canada at very competitive prices. There are some sellers on ebay as well, but the shipping costs may be a bit high if you order one or two breakers only.Federal Pioneer is marketed by Schneider Electric of Canada. Check online for further details on the products and availability. You can also buy US made breakers manufacturers like "American" "Challenger" and "Connecticut" electric and a few others. Old, used or NOS "Federal Pacific" breakers have been determined to have high failure rates and should not be used as replacements. Existing Federal pacific breakers should be replaced even if they "appear" to be functioning normally. Keep in mind that the Federal Pacific panels themselves may not meet current codes or standards and should not be used for new installations or "expansions". Replacements of existing breakers are usually "grandfathered" in but once again, the breaker panels themselves should be checked out thoroughly for damages and ALL screw connections should be tight and secure and breakers should be secure in the bus bar. Covers should be securely installed. It may not be cost effective to replace ALL breakers as opposed to replacing the entire breaker panel itself. Weigh out the costs carefully as well as the problems and costs of replacing the entire panel. Keep in mind your "future needs" when making this determination.
Lost electricity to 3 rooms and you checked the circuit breaker and they are all in What else might be the problem?
If the circuit breakers are confirmed to be in the "on" position and the power is still out in those rooms, the issue may lie with a tripped GFCI outlet in one of the rooms, a faulty electrical outlet or switch, or a problem with the wiring in those specific areas. It's recommended to consult a qualified electrician to further diagnose and address the problem.
Should a 20 amp circuit breaker get warm while in use?
Yes all breakers will get warm when in use. The full load current of the load flows through the device. Class A breakers current trip rating is rated at 40 degrees C. If in ambient temperatures higher that 40 C then the thermal trip rating lowers. Likewise if the ambient temperature becomes lower the trip rating increases. Sometimes breakers have to be rearranged in the electrical panel to keep high current breakers away from each other. The ambient temperature of adjacent breakers will raise a breakers temperature and cause needless tripping.
Why is no cool air coming from ac window unit?
Have you checked it's switched on?
My central air conditioner does not blow cold air and the unit outside and is not running?
The problem is probably outside. Can`t tell you much more than that from here. The condenser unit outside was not running. I checked the circuit breaker box and found the 220 breaker had been switched off. Turned it back on and now it's running and I'm getting cool air.
Can carry on luggage be checked in for my flight?
No, carry-on luggage cannot be checked in for your flight. It must be brought on board with you and stored in the overhead compartment or under the seat in front of you.
Shop vac trips house breaker?
If the Shop Vac is tripping the breaker to a house turn other electronics off while it is in use. The power in the house should be checked out by a electrician.
Why is the breaker tripping when you turn on the oven?
An electrical short in the wiring, or a defect in the oven itself. Have it checked out by a qualified technician.
Can I use a carry-on bag as a checked bag?
No, a carry-on bag cannot be used as a checked bag. Carry-on bags are smaller and meant to be stored in the overhead compartment on the plane, while checked bags are larger and stored in the cargo hold of the aircraft.
Why does your heat pump keep blowing breakers?
There is a short somewhere. Probably the condenser fan motor or the compressor. Time to have it checked out by a competent, trusted techenician.
What can be wrong with your home's central air conditioner which stopped working but everything seems normal?
Have you checked the breaker outside by the unit
If you blew a fuse in your house but the breaker does not show a blown fuse you still have no power to half your house what next?
If it is half the house, that implies the main breaker or the line coming in. Sometimes, double breakers will trip one of them and not the other. It looks like it is still on. Try flipping the breaker off and back on. If you feel comfortable doing it, open up the panel and check each breaker to see if current is getting through them. Just a two prong test light will tell you this. Start on the main, it may be that one of the lines coming in is dead. Looking at the question, you blew a fuse but the breaker does not show a blown fuse. You shouldn't have both in the same circuit. If you have screw in fuses there should be 2 large Buss fuses at the top of the panel. One of these could be blown. These have to be checked with a tester, there is no way to tell just by looking.
What could the problem be if your outlet was working fine yesterday and today it doesn't and you have checked the power box and it does not appear to be tripped?
Has anyone done electrical work recently? If so, a connection came loose or was wired incorrectly. If not, ...same thing....a wire either came loose, burned in half, etc. Or the receptacle went bad (they can and will fail occasionally). Breakers go bad too if tripped a lot. Breakers can sometimes trip and not appear to be tripped as well (especially if they're old). Try cycling the breaker off and on.
What circuit breaker will interchange with federal pacific?
There is no breaker that will fit a FPE panel except a FPE. The breakers are still being manufactured and are available at Lowes and Home Depot stores, but they are expensive. The failure rate of FPE breakers is worrisome and if I had one in my home I would change it. Federal Pacific has been out of business since the early 80's The current breakers being sold at Home Depot etc, are NOT manufactured by Federal Pacific since that company no longer exists. They are made by aftermarket companies. The FPE problems are not associated with the newer products, HOWEVER, there may be issues with the older FPE panels themselves. It is important to inspect the panels carefully and see that there are no burned or arcing areas and that all screws on the bus bar are securely tight and the bus is not damaged in any way. The breakers must fit properly and SECURELY in to the panel bus bar and the panel cover must hold the breakers securely in place as there are no actual screws to hold the breakers in place. If the breaker fit is loose or sloppy, there is a problem.To clarify the answer to the question, there ARE other options to Federal Pacific or the aftermarket manufactured products. Federal Pacific has a "sister" company in Canada called Federal Pioneer. They are still in business and still being installed today. Although there was a recall on some of there breakers several years ago, there is not the notorious history to Federal Pioneer and they have continued to improve on the product designs.The Federal Pioneer breakers are available in Canada at very competitive prices. There are some sellers on ebay as well, but the shipping costs may be a bit high if you order one or two breakers only.Federal Pioneer is marketed by Schneider Electric of Canada. Check online for further details on the products and availability. You can also buy US made breakers manufacturers like "American" "Challenger" and "Connecticut" electric and a few others. Old, used or NOS "Federal Pacific" breakers have been determined to have high failure rates and should not be used as replacements. Existing Federal pacific breakers should be replaced even if they "appear" to be functioning normally. Keep in mind that the Federal Pacific panels themselves may not meet current codes or standards and should not be used for new installations or "expansions". Replacements of existing breakers are usually "grandfathered" in but once again, the breaker panels themselves should be checked out thoroughly for damages and ALL screw connections should be tight and secure and breakers should be secure in the bus bar. Covers should be securely installed. It may not be cost effective to replace ALL breakers as opposed to replacing the entire breaker panel itself. Weigh out the costs carefully as well as the problems and costs of replacing the entire panel. Keep in mind your "future needs" when making this determination.
