Does this have short circut protection on the motor/load? I would like to know if this device would survive being shorted out. Would it burn up, blow the fuse, or just turn off? Also, what is the fuse rating so that I may replace it if necessary?
207298
Mine has a 15 amp fuse, I have run this temporarily overloaded and shorted resulting in a blown fuse, with it surviving. I did however have one unit fail, after running it overloaded for too long, from excessive heat.
275325
You can take the cover off and check to see if there is a fuse inside that it may have blown. I would think it would take out the fuse before it burned up the unit.
847415
I would be a little hesitant as most motors present an inductive load which creates a high peak current at startup which could damage the internal relay. Look for a unit specifically noted as ok for inductive loads.
2223197
Be sure to use a relay. It pulls a lot of juice. I did have to return my 1st one due to a crack around the compresser. If it works sometimes I would verify all connections. It may be a loose or pinched wire.
1749887
Tami, I haven't experienced a fuse issue, knock on wood that I don't face the issue. I'm inclined to believe that if the fuse numbers are the same and they continue to blow, then there is an electrical issue that is causing the overload. I'd contact the company and seek their input. Do you know an electrician that you can ask about the issue? Good luck. Woody
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Listen to the motor on any vacuum when you block 70% of the inlet. That sound you hear is the motor struggling to maintain it's intended speed against the resistance of the constricted airflow. The motor will draw more amperage and run hotter, but it will continue to run. For a short burst now and then I wouldn't expect any damage, but the longer you run a motor "hot" the shorter the lifespan becomes. A used $50 shop vac from Ebay or Craigs List would be a better tool for your 1.5" outlet.
1015580
Should not be a problem. It is a simple contactor which will shut the motor down immediately.Amperage is more than sufficiient.
194830
I doubt if many/any of us have tripped the breaker, so you might not get a solid answer. I've been using two of these for 18 months or so, and have never pushed them that far (nor would I recommend you try to run >15 amps). But it's a circuit breaker, not a fuse, so you should just be able to press the reset button (after reducing the load, obviously!) Hopefully you'll get someone to answer who's actually tripped the breaker, but in absence of that, I wouldn't be concerned about it; that's how a circuit breaker works.
96780
Its rated for 22 amps. I wouldn't load with more than 15 amps, because your motor will pull more amps at start up.
1357732
Sorry that I can't answer your question regarding the fuse. I was only able to use my compressor twice. The second time I used it to put air into an exercise ball and the compressor caught fire. I did talk to the seller and was told they'd never had this happen. Since it was past the 90 days they wouldn't exchange the compressor. Needless to say I was very disappointed in the performance of the compressor and the lack of customer service.
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I have checked mine and there is no apparent switch or controller, I read the manual and no mention of either, I checked their web site and no mention, I checked reviews on the Internet and nothing. SO, I'd have to say "NO". Anything will stop if the circuit breaker pops or the motor burns up or the cable breaks.
1294939
Your fuse blew up in the engine bay. Happened to me 3 times. Can't remember which exact fuse in your fuse box, but look for a fuse marked with INT LGT or something like that. Basically, a faulty led bulb caused a short and damage the fuse.
854205
I just blew a 10A fuse on my cigarette lighter. I have another that is 20A fused. No issues on that one.
2249137
I know I am late with this but was not around my comp. I don't know if you accualy checked the voltage at the motor but if the motor is a few years old they will cease up and you can use wd-40 to free it. If it is free and the key is on when testing then u have a problem.
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Hello Peggy, If you Plan to use a load that surges to the 3,000 watt rating then you must use a 250 amp fuse or resettable circuit breaker for the Input side. This unit works well up to 1,000 watts It does not perform well on large start up motors like a Vacuum cleaner. I use this unit for small loads that require a pure sine wave. Mike
1239831
I would leave it alone. It protects the motor. When the AC goes off, the compressor is still under pressure and if you were to flip it back on, the motor might not be able to start up against the pressure. You could burn out the motor.
2025263
Is it possible that the fuse for the instrument panel was blown when your motors stopped working? It's almost impossible to confuse where you solder the motors to the board on the back, and I can't imagine that mistake happening to all seven. Also, if you didn't watch any videos about how to deal with the needles, they may be working, but unable to move if you did not replace them or reset the motors the proper way. Other than those two options, I can only think that your wiring harness is compromised.