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RTD
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Link Posted: Sat Sep 16, 2017 11:39 pm Post subject: Blown HLT Fuse |
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While brewing yesterday I lost power to my HLT element. When I opened the cabinet one of the fuses to the HLT receptacle had blown. The picture included shows the fuse holder after the blown fuse had been removed. The fuse holder is somewhat charred and I know this has to be replaced. My question is should i also replace the HLT receptacle to which it is attached? It doesn't look damaged or burnt. After reading other threads on similar issues it looks like the cause for this is usually a loose connection. The connections inside the cabinet are secure. I took the HLT element plug apart and the black wire appeared to have backed out slightly. I advance this and tightened all the wires down. I am thinking that this may have been the cause. Any other recommendations?
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Link Posted: Sun Sep 17, 2017 12:18 am Post subject: |
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On my older back to back control panel this fuse holder is between the HLT receptacle and the HLT relay. Looking at the current build pictures these fuses are left out. Anyone have a guess why?
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Joined: 12 Dec 2010 Posts: 11116 Location: Ottawa, Canada
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RTD
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Link Posted: Sun Sep 17, 2017 5:53 pm Post subject: |
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Kal,
This is one of your builds. I believe it was the first back to back system built by Mike back in Jan 2012. I waited to purchase one from you until you developed a back to back model because I usually brew several batches in a row .
I will email the manufacturer.
Thanks,
Rick
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RTD
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Link Posted: Sun Sep 17, 2017 9:39 pm Post subject: |
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Awesome! Thanks Kal.
Any idea why this happened?
Rick
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kal Forum Administrator
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RTD
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Link Posted: Sun Sep 17, 2017 10:16 pm Post subject: |
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Thanks again Kal. The system has worked flawlessly from day one. Can't wait to get it back up and running!
Rick
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bethebine
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Link Posted: Thu Nov 30, 2017 8:23 pm Post subject: Fuse/breaker |
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Kal,
I have been thinking about building my system using your kit. I am wondering why you use breakers when you build them but provide fuses in the kits?
Thanks!
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bethebine
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Link Posted: Thu Nov 30, 2017 8:37 pm Post subject: |
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I should add I am not trying to be picky I just want to install the best items! If nothing else could you provide a link to the breakers that would be used in the 50 amp back to back rig. Are there any other differences with kits?
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kal Forum Administrator
Joined: 12 Dec 2010 Posts: 11116 Location: Ottawa, Canada
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Link Posted: Thu Nov 30, 2017 8:42 pm Post subject: Re: Fuse/breaker |
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bethebine wrote: | I have been thinking about building my system using your kit. I am wondering why you use breakers when you build them but provide fuses in the kits? |
Mostly for simplicity for those building. Using DIN parts requires a bit more knowledge. If you’d prefer we can sell you a DIN based kit instead. Just mention it in the comments when ordering. Functionally there is no difference. (We’ve been including much larger fuses and holders in the kits for years now). Cheers!
Kal
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bethebine
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Link Posted: Thu Nov 30, 2017 10:09 pm Post subject: |
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Makes sense thanks!
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kal Forum Administrator
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Ben58
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Link Posted: Thu Nov 30, 2017 11:48 pm Post subject: |
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That, I must admit, is a thing of beauty.
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bethebine
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Link Posted: Thu Nov 30, 2017 11:49 pm Post subject: |
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No doubt. Id love to go that route but might be a bit scared without directions haha
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kal Forum Administrator
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