Does Nobody Ever Wonder Why a Fuse Blows?
So often on this forum I read where somebody is having or had an electrical problem only to discover that "it was just a blown fuse" or tripped breaker, as if that was the problem, and when they repla...
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Unless you've only got one spare fuse in your inventory, I'd just replace it, and then wait and see. There is no telling what caused the fuse to fail, and it may just be that rare "bad fuse". But, it does indicate that there is some sort of problem, which may or may not happen again.
Typically, I'll just replace or reset the fuse/breaker and see what happens....if it trips again, I'll investigate...if not, I'll continue to enjoy my trip!
Same goes for the GFI outlets. Sometimes it's an issue, but sometimes, it's just that the outlet is getting old, and more sensitive....but you also have to be aware that these are safety aids that may save your life, so don't take them lightly.
A good point is made in the OPs comments....they usually trip for a reason...find out why, before you have an electrical fire, that would surely ruin your trip!
Typically, I'll just replace or reset the fuse/breaker and see what happens....if it trips again, I'll investigate...if not, I'll continue to enjoy my trip!
Same goes for the GFI outlets. Sometimes it's an issue, but sometimes, it's just that the outlet is getting old, and more sensitive....but you also have to be aware that these are safety aids that may save your life, so don't take them lightly.
A good point is made in the OPs comments....they usually trip for a reason...find out why, before you have an electrical fire, that would surely ruin your trip!
