Will this work on AFCI breaker? I'm asking because the other brand that I have would only work on standard circuit breakers but not on AFCI.
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I haven't had a problem yet. I generally use Square D ( http://www.amazon.com/Square-Schneider-Electric-QO115CAFIC-Single-Pole/dp/B004Z4XAOK/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1426043379&sr=8-3&keywords=AFCI ) and I have not encountered any issues.
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I haven't had a problem yet. I generally use Square D ( Square D by Schneider Electric QO115CAFIC QO 15-Amp Single-Pole CAFCI Circuit Breaker ) and I have not encountered any issues.
858064
If you are asking will this device check an AFCI breaker for proper operation in the event of an arc fault the answer is no. As regards identifying the circuit wired to an AFCI breaker this tester should perform this function properly. However, you may want to contact Ideal directly to confirm this.
730107
I think they have to be on the same circuit. Best way to make sure is buy one at a local store and try it out. If it works return it and buy online if you can find a better deal.
1092442
I believe so, but I'm no electrician. My understanding is that if something connected to the non-gfci plug strip blows a fuse, it could affect other devices on the strip. But the GCFI will protect everything from a more serious power surge or short circuit, which would originate from the outlet/your whole place/your whole neighborhood/etc.
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I agree with the other responder. It all depends on the current draw from your AC. If it pulls more than 20 amps you could trip a circuit breaker depending on the load rating of the breaker. I've run my AC on this adapter but the circuit I connected to had a 30 amp rating. When I tried to operate the AC on a 20 amp circuit, it would trip the breaker.
830970
I'm sure your aware there are specific generator cutover switches that include breakers and they are much higher rated. You may want to research those first...
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Hello, and thank you for your inquiry. This Power Supply does NOT come with circuit breakers. This series power supply is rated 30 amps max, so what you should have is a 3020 style breaker with 2 toggle switches. Just a standard Residential CB. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact us and feel free to visit us on our website! Kind Regards, andrea - RV Parts Inc.
1097455
No.......I used my old ones. Check wires where they go into the breakers. Its easy to put them behind the insert and you'll get a bad connection. This was part of my problem. GL
1131588
I doubt it will trip the breaker.... but it doesn't like extension cords. so if there is a long run of 14-2 from the breaker it may not run properly. Also depends on the temperature.
1154227
I used almost all split dual circuit breakers and some gfi breakers. The only problem I found are some breakers are shallow and some are deep cut where they clip onto the bars. Looking at the panel you'll notice some bar sections are taller than others, some breakers will work in spots where others will not.
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The only way one of us is going to be able to provide a definitive answer is if we open up the device, and check the breaker. It should be labeled with a part number which can be googled. OR you could post your question to their Twitter person, https://twitter.com/furmansound who is much less likely to ignore the question than whoever is supposed to answer their website's Contact form.I'm pretty confident that the breaker would NOT be greater than 15A, because this is intended to go into a standard 15A outlet. Some other folks here note it handles at least 1600watts (13.3A), meaning it won't kick in when you don't want it to. Anything 20A would be specially labeled. The only way one of us is going to be able to provide a definitive answer is if we open up the device, and check the breaker. It should be labeled with a part number which can be googled. OR you could post your question to their Twitter person, https://twitter.com/furmansound who is much less likely to ignore the question than whoever is supposed to answer their website's Contact form.I'm pretty confident that the breaker would NOT be greater than 15A, because this is intended to go into a standard 15A outlet. Some other folks here note it handles at least 1600watts... » Read More The only way one of us is going to be able to provide a definitive answer is if we open up the device, and check the breaker. It should be labeled with a part number which can be googled. OR you could post your question to their Twitter person, https://twitter.com/furmansound who is much less likely to ignore the question than whoever is supposed to answer their website's Contact form.I'm pretty confident that the breaker would NOT be greater than 15A, because this is intended to go into a standard 15A outlet. Some other folks here note it handles at least 1600watts (13.3A), meaning it won't kick in when you don't want it to. Anything 20A would be specially labeled. « Show Less
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Yes, it works on different circuits, but please be aware, and this may of been an isolated issue with my units, but they fried everything I connected them to (a desktop PC, a network switch and a security camera DVR). I had my power checked and all is well with my power in my house.
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I am using a standard outlet, however, there is nothing else plugged into or using power on that specific breaker. If you're unsure about your wiring, you should really ask an electrician.
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I use it with my generator, it kept blowing my GFI breaker, I put a regular 110 outlet in and it runs my trailer with both AC, I have used it at a few parks without a GFI breaker outlet, so if you have. GFI breaker in the circuit you need to replace it with a regular 110v outlet and it should work just fine. Hope this helps??
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If they are contact type switches and not electronic, I see no reason why they won't work. My switch on the door is a contact / magnetic and the other switches are all contact type. Just follow the directions and make sure the ground is good. Check the ground "FIRST" this is where the problem usually starts.
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Does it do the same in other outlets? You could be overloading the circuit if it's old or sharing the power with other devices. Most home breakers aren't rated much higher than the electrical draw on the steamer. I would try in other outlets and see if it does the same thing. Good luck.
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if you have a home that old i would bet it does not have arc fault breakers. the tester does not test arc fault breakers very well. i spent time on the phone with tech support and they said its an industry wide issue. it does test for voltage drop and a bunch of other good things. to be truthful if you are only a novice i would suggest skipping the tester an using the the money saved to hire an electrician to look at your system.
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mine does fine on 15Amp breaker - there is a surge when you start first, but when it runs it runs - no problem