How do you find the fuse box in your house?


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Fuse boxes are generally located on a wall in the basement, closet or garage near the electric meter. The box is typically rectangular, gray or black, and has a door on the front. Visual inspection near the electrical line entering the house from the meter should indicate a general area.

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How do you find the fuse box in your house?
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The fuse box may have glass or cartridge type fuses. The main power disconnect should always be turned off before inspecting or changing the fuses. A blown glass fuse can be identified by a cloudy or black smudge on the window of the fuse or a visible broken element inside. Diagnosis of a blown cartridge fuse requires a fuse tester or a multimeter with a resistance setting.

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