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Old 12/13/06, 4:22 PM
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I need to know what this item is. I found it located in the main panal attached to a 20 amp breaker.
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Old 12/13/06, 4:23 PM
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Doorbell transformer, maybe...

20 amp breaker may be a bit much...


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It shoud not be "in" the panel either.
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Old 12/13/06, 4:43 PM
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Thank you for the quick reply. I'll inform the customer of the situation.
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Old 12/13/06, 5:20 PM
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Are you an HI...?....If so consider joining NACHI...we have a great Electrical Entrance Course....

Yes, it is a doorbell transformer and it should not be in the electrical panel.


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I know it shouldn't be in the panel but why?
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The secondary low voltage side wiring is not rated to be in the same enclosure as 120/240v wiring. It also has limited heat dissipation inside the panel.
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Old 12/14/06, 9:23 PM
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Well said Mr. Romoser......with that additional heat.....it could melt insulation.....as stated....cause the transformer to overheat and burn up , maybe catch fire.....and well.....end in a rather nasty situation.


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I don't see the heat as much of a problem as the class 2 wiring inside the panel.
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