Thread: <R55> relay 20A
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Unread 05-02-2008, 20:38
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Re: <R55> relay 20A

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the yellow thing in a spike relay module is a fuse, correct?
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so, if there is one 20A circuit breaker in the Spike and there has to be a breaker in the Fuse Panel also right? this equals 2 circuit breakers!
The yellow thing in the Spike is a fuse. You cant put a breaker into that slot. The fuse must stay in the Spike. There is no Fuse Panel. There is a Breaker Panel and a Maxi block. The breaker panel is what the 20 and 30 amp auto reset breakers go into. It powers things like Spikes and the RC.

The Spikes must be powered through the breaker panel. You are correct, that does have 2 20 amp breaker/fuses in it, but the rule only applies to breakers. IF THIS IS CONFUSING AT ALL, ASK AGAIN.

The Spike will be plugged into the breaker panel on a 20 amp breaker. This just gives it double protection. Normally it is annoying to replace fuses and that is why they us the auto reset breakers. Like I said, if you need more clarification, ask again.

Good Luck
Jacob
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