8 Oct
1998
8 Oct
'98
5:23 a.m.
< One method that I have used for years with equipment that blows fuses is
< put a light bulb in line with the incoming power. Depending on the actu
< correct load of the equipment determines the wattage of the bulb needed.
< normal operation the bulb will light to about 1/4 to 1/2 of normal then
< (typical inrush - charging caps.) If the bulb lights near fully it is
This is a safe and sane method that generally results in less likelyhood
of damage or injury. Some parts if "forced" may explode
violently with the risk of injury or colateral damage like burnt boards.
I sometime used a 110v lamp in socket with clipleads to bridge the fuse.
Allison