Thread: Spike fuse
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Unread 31-01-2008, 23:02
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Re: Spike fuse

The fuse in the Spike that controls the compressor is the only fuse that may be changed to a 20 amp breaker. The fuse is there to protect the Spike contacts from damage. However, the start current on the compressor is higher than 20 amps for a few milliseconds. That is why this Spike only may have the fuse replaced with a breaker.
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