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Old 7/29/10, 5:31 PM
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I just received this very good document about AFCIs and determining causes of tripping.

"Understanding the different trip functions of an AFCI can help to determine
why it has tripped."

Thought ya'll might like it: Attachment 38172
That was in Mike Holts News Letter yesterday, everyone should subscribe to his News Letters, they are all very informative.

I have hundreds of files related to his information you receive daily in the News Letters. Been receiving them for years. newsletters@mikeholt.com
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Same link in post #20 from Larry.
i dont really like larry, bob.....
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i dont really like larry, bob.....
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You just don't know me with my glasses on...
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I have seen a 3-way bulb in the lamp next to the bed trip an Arc Fault breaker. Some can be sensitive.
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