So today we’re going to guide you through your electrical panel or fuse box, as well as many things in your home that are connected to it, and give you what should prove to be very helpful information. Blown fuses are a common occurrence.īut how often do you actually think about what might have caused the fuse to blow, much less called an electrician to make sure everything’s OK? If you’re like most people, the answer to that is probably “Never.” If you’re a homeowner, that person probably is you. Someone always knows what to do when this happens. Write the section of the home with a marker on it for ease of reading.Most people probably have experienced a blown fuse at one time or another. Remove each wire and mark them so you will know where to install on the new box. Use a screwdriver and loosen the retaining screw of each one. Step 5 - Disconnect WiresĪfter you remove the fuses you will see that there are several wires that connect to each one of the terminals. This will not only make the box lighter when you remove it, but will also ensure that you do not have any problems with broken fuses if you drop it. Remove all of the fuses in the current box. Check all the rooms to make sure that the power is definitely off.
Disconnect the power from the main power meter so there will be no surprises. To get started with wiring a new fuse box you want to make sure that the power is first disconnected. Step 3 - Disconnect Power From Main Meter Choose the correct box based on need rather than cost. Knowing your current, and future, amperage load will help you choose the correct fuse box. You may also be able to find the amperage level on the inside of the current fuse box if it is not too old. Once you know the amount of load your home is under, add extra for future additions. It is important to know this number as there are different levels of fuse boxes that you can purchase. Work with a qualified electrician to figure this out. Before you can buy a new fuse box you will need to determine the actual amperage load needed for your home.
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