Breakers are designed to prevent electrical fires and other hazards. However, they can't trip unless the current exceeds a certain level.
There are several factors that contribute to why breakers don't trip:
- Overload: Too much electricity is trying to pass through the circuit at once.
- Short Circuit: The hot and neutral wires creating a direct connection between them in the same circuit.
- Ground Fault: When an appliance isn’t properly grounded, this causes too much energy to surge through the wired circuits within your home or building.
The breaker's job is not only to protect from short circuits, but also from overloaded or miswired circuits which may cause hazardous conditions over time if left unchecked. To ensure proper protection of your wiring system it’s important for you to make sure all components are functioning correctly and that there is no damage present in any electrical outlets or appliances connected on these systems