Tripping Breakers


I have a musical fidelity KW500 that trips a 20 amp (dedicated curcuit/12 gauge wire/hospital receptacle) the instant the power switch is pushed. I have checked everything I can think of that could cause it (hookup is fine). Everything else about the system and circuit is unchanged and has worked for years. When it did turn on before it sounded great and played without tripping the breaker. Anybody else have this problem? If so what was it? Your help is appreciated. Chris.
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Showing 1 response by jsd52756

The breaker is a good choice. Also if you are using the "thin" style breakers, (these are the ones that fit two to a socket) they will work poorly. If it is a GFI type breaker they work poorly and die frequently. You may have to try more than one replacement to verify the breaker problem. When installing our spa the first two from the local Home center ran hot, emitted a stench and were down right scary. I had to go with one from an electrical distributor and it has worked properly. Beware of cheap junk.
Good luck, John