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If the circuit breaker to a dryer, or to any load, keeps getting hot and trips the breaker, then either the load is pulling too much current or there is a loose connection in the breaker or breaker panel. Either condition must be fixed to reduce the risk of fire.

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You were changing the light bulb in your Kenmore dryer with the power on and hit the hot terminal on the dryer causing a spark the house breaker does not seem to be tripped. model?

It is not safe to work on electrical appliances with the power on. If you hit a hot terminal and saw a spark, there may be damage to the wiring or electrical components of the dryer. It is important to turn off the power to the dryer and have it inspected by a qualified technician to ensure it is safe to use.


What gauge wire and amp breaker do you use on a stove dryer and hot water heater?

For a stove, use a 8 or 6 gauge wire with a 40 to 50 amp breaker. For a dryer, use a 10 or 8 gauge wire with a 30 amp breaker. For a hot water heater, use a 10 or 8 gauge wire with a 30 or 40 amp breaker. Be sure to consult local electrical codes and guidelines for specific requirements.


Why wont your Electric Clothes dryer turn on anymore?

There could be various reasons for why an electric clothes dryer won't turn on, including a blown fuse, a faulty door switch, a broken thermostat, or a malfunctioning thermal fuse. It's recommended to check these components and, if necessary, consult a professional technician for repair or replacement.


Why does your dryer keep tripping the circuit breaker?

Electric dryers typically are 220 volts and need a 30 amp, 2-pole circuit breaker. A 15 amp breaker would quickly trip if overloaded with a dryer. You may need a wiring upgrade (to 10 gauge) and a new 2-pole breaker for 30 Amps. You should also not be using two separate breakers for one 220 volt circuit; they should be either one unit or two that have their handles mechanically connected together. Hire an electrician.


If you have a 100-amp breaker box on the pole with a 100-amp breaker going to your house and you get a hot tub that needs a 60-amp GFI breaker would that overload the box?

That's pushing it but it can work. It depends if you have central A/C, electric range, water heater, etc. Those are your amp suckers. You'll need to be mindful when operating the hot tub; not running the dryer, oven, or other large appliances.

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How do you connect dryer to breaker box?

To connect a dryer to a breaker box, first ensure that the power is turned off at the breaker. Use a compatible gauge wire (typically 10 or 12 gauge for 240V dryers) to connect the dryer outlet to the breaker box. Connect the hot wires to the appropriate terminals on the double-pole breaker, and attach the ground and neutral wires to their designated grounding bar and neutral bar. Finally, secure the connections and restore power to test the dryer.


You were changing the light bulb in your Kenmore dryer with the power on and hit the hot terminal on the dryer causing a spark the house breaker does not seem to be tripped. model?

It is not safe to work on electrical appliances with the power on. If you hit a hot terminal and saw a spark, there may be damage to the wiring or electrical components of the dryer. It is important to turn off the power to the dryer and have it inspected by a qualified technician to ensure it is safe to use.


If you turn off an electric hot water heater at the breaker and then turn on a hot water tap will the tank refill?

yes, the breaker just controls the heating elements


What gauge wire and amp breaker do you use on a stove dryer and hot water heater?

For a stove, use a 8 or 6 gauge wire with a 40 to 50 amp breaker. For a dryer, use a 10 or 8 gauge wire with a 30 amp breaker. For a hot water heater, use a 10 or 8 gauge wire with a 30 or 40 amp breaker. Be sure to consult local electrical codes and guidelines for specific requirements.


What are the standard size circuit breaker amperages?

In North America the standard sizes for breakers are 15, 20, 30, and 40 amps. The 15 amp size breaker is used in general circuit wiring. The 20 amp size breaker is used for dedicated appliance receptacles, hot water tank and baseboard heating. The 30 amp size breaker is used for a clothes dryer. The 40 amp size breaker is used for the electric range.


What makes a electric motor get very hot and shutoff after 20 seconds?

what makes a electric motor get very hot and then shutoff after 20 seconds


Does a hair dryer converts electric energy into heat and motion?

Yes, a hair dryer converts electric energy into heat through a heating element and motion through a fan. The heating element heats up when electricity passes through it, generating hot air. The fan then blows this hot air out of the hair dryer, providing both heat and motion.


What makes the air become hot in a hair dryer?

A heating element inside the hair dryer generates heat when electricity flows through it. The air passing over the heating element absorbs this heat, causing it to become hot before being blown out of the hair dryer.


What is an electric element?

An electric element is a metal part inside a kettle that makes the wate get hot


Is main breaker only powering one half of hot bus because when dryer is on some light on circuits on dead bus work?

Yes, it would appear that one side of the main is open at the fuse, breaker, drop conductors, or transformer.


Why wont your Electric Clothes dryer turn on anymore?

There could be various reasons for why an electric clothes dryer won't turn on, including a blown fuse, a faulty door switch, a broken thermostat, or a malfunctioning thermal fuse. It's recommended to check these components and, if necessary, consult a professional technician for repair or replacement.


Why does your dryer keep tripping the circuit breaker?

Electric dryers typically are 220 volts and need a 30 amp, 2-pole circuit breaker. A 15 amp breaker would quickly trip if overloaded with a dryer. You may need a wiring upgrade (to 10 gauge) and a new 2-pole breaker for 30 Amps. You should also not be using two separate breakers for one 220 volt circuit; they should be either one unit or two that have their handles mechanically connected together. Hire an electrician.