Sylvania Panel

[ROBERT W. NEWLAND, JR.]

This panel and system had several problems but can anyone tell me if this Sylvania (Zinsco) panel is one to be concerned about? Thx

[Jeffrey R. Pope]

No Robert, that's not the problematic type panel.

[ROBERT W. NEWLAND, JR.]

Thanks Jeff. I read some of your earlier posts and I didn't think it was. Thanks again.

[Jeffrey R. Pope]

Take a look at this panel. The blade-type bus bars are the tell-tale sign of the Zinsco/Sylvania/GTE panels that are problematic. The bus bars may be aluminum or copper, but they are unmistakable when you encounter them.

[ROBERT W. NEWLAND, JR.]

Good info! The home was old and has some issues, i.e., ungrounded 3 prong outlets,
etc. I've found a fair amount of posts addressing those concerns.