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Frequently asked questions Why is my 100 amp eletrical breaker box heating up?

After having a long shower....when I go into the bedroom where the 100 amp breaker box is....there is a slight smell and some heat coming from the top of the box where it connects to the outside electrical line source. Does any electrician know for certain what might be causing this? I live in Canada.
Well ....the shower is fed by a hot water

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Answer 100A is not excessive for an electric shower. It is most likely a loose connection at the supply head. Is your shower on 120v or is it bi-phased? And has this always been a problem? There is also the possibility that the circuit hasn't been wired up right. Either the voltage is wrong, or the size of the cable is too small.

See if you can identify the gauge of the cable, the rating of the breaker and the rating on the shower itself.


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