Circuit breakers help to protect your electrical appliances from damage and prevent a fire outbreak by cutting the flow of electric current when there is a current overload. One of the appliances in your home that can cause your circuit breaker to trip is your furnace. Let’s look at why your furnace trips the circuit breaker in Harrison, OH.
Clogged Furnace Air Filter
Your furnace air filter helps to catch contaminants and prevent them from accumulating on your system’s parts. As more contaminants continue to accrue, the filter becomes clogged.
A clogged filter inhibits airflow, forcing the blower to work harder. Consequently, the system increases the electrical consumption, causing the circuit breaker to trip. Change your air filter frequently to keep your furnace operating efficiently.
Blocked Air Vents
Vents help to release the heated air from the furnace into your home. Sometimes, you may move your furniture too close to your vents, blocking the vents and obstructing proper airflow. This blockage causes the blower motor to work harder than usual, resulting in an increase in electricity consumption.
Consider having sufficient distance between your furniture and vents. Also, ensure there is no dirt or debris clogging the vents to promote smooth airflow.
Blower Motor Issues
Your circuit breaker may trip when there are electric shorts from one of your electrical appliances. Electric shorts in your furnace may arise from worn-out blower motor wiring. Allow one of our HVAC specialists to repair or replace a malfunctioning motor.
Our professional technicians can conduct the necessary repairs to keep you out of danger and your furnace running this winter. We have served our community since 1981, and we are experts in all makes and models of furnaces. Contact Western Hills Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc. for quality HVAC maintenance or replacement today!
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