[TheForge] hobart handler problem

gladish [email protected]
Wed Sep 10 14:13:00 2003


> If you have lights dimming, chances are they are on the same circuit,
> and are using some of the capacity.  100 watt bulbs will add up quicker
> than you think.  You may also want to verify the wire size.   Finally,
> check the connections on all of the outlets that are wired in series.
> Often a loose connection or corrosion can cause a voltage drop, which
> will bump the amperage drawn.   When you put the meter on it under load
> what was the voltage?

The light circuit is from a 15a breaker on the main panel (200amp@240
volts), but the welder runs off a sub panel in the shop.

I used 12 ga. wire for the welder circuit, about 30 feet.

Where would I put the meter to test under load? On another receptacle (there
are two) on that 20 amp circuit?
Thanks,
Andy G.