Fuse replacement question
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Fuse replacement question
i have a blown 7.5 amp fuse but i don't have any spare 7.5's. i know you're knot supposed to use higher amp fuses but will it really do anything if i use a 10amp fuse for now? or should i just wait and get some more 7.5amp fuses
I still like honda's. :-/
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From: Gilbert, AZ
Originally Posted by Wise man
A fuse is generally inserted into an electrical circuit for 1 of 2 reasons, either to protect the power source which includes the wire that connects the power supply to the electrical device, or to protect the electronic equipment. The electronic equipment manufacturers specify a fuse rated to open the electrical circuit before damage can be done to the device or open the circuit if the electronic device fails in some way (electronic devices may pull excessive current when they fail). If a fuse larger than the specified fuse is used, a small mistake when installing the equipment may cause catastrophic failure of the equipment. WHEN, not if, WHEN you're thinking of replacing a blown fuse with a higher rated fuse ask yourself if you know more than the engineer who designed the equipment. Don't get in a hurry when installing electronic equipment. Take the time to go get the right fuse. 50 cents for a fuse is better than $50 labor plus the cost of the replacement parts for a repair job.
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From: Raleigh, NC
Originally Posted by 99civic_love
why can't we post this in the correct forum?
When you replace a blow fuse with a higher rated fuse, you not only run the risk of damaging your equipment, but also the risk of an electrical fire.
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Originally Posted by TTT
Because we are noobs, and its a law that noobs have to post in incorrect forums. You should know this by now
When you replace a blow fuse with a higher rated fuse, you not only run the risk of damaging your equipment, but also the risk of an electrical fire.
When you replace a blow fuse with a higher rated fuse, you not only run the risk of damaging your equipment, but also the risk of an electrical fire.
anyways i replaced the fuse with a 7.5 from the heater/AC and that one blew too in the alternator/sp heater....must be a short circuit or something. i'll have to go buy new fuses.
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From: Raleigh, NC
Originally Posted by snozepp147
yeah i am i noob to this site. i didn't notice all the "sub-forums" that weren't on the main forum page like other honda forum sites...
anyways i replaced the fuse with a 7.5 from the heater/AC and that one blew too in the alternator/sp heater....must be a short circuit or something. i'll have to go buy new fuses.
anyways i replaced the fuse with a 7.5 from the heater/AC and that one blew too in the alternator/sp heater....must be a short circuit or something. i'll have to go buy new fuses.