QUANTUM INCOME CORP HOME BLOG LEGAL TERMS CONTACT US Basics of Electrical Troubleshooting July 16, 2021 Daniel Innovative Electrician Electrical mishaps are not to be taken lightly as they can be a severe fire hazard. When you have an electrical problem, it is imperative to investigate the root of the problem and take the necessary action. Electrical troubleshooting involves collecting evidence on the electrical issue to identify the cause and plan the next course of action. When dealing with complex electrical components, troubleshooting is necessary before taking another step. For successful troubleshooting, it is essential to know each element in the circuit and how it operates to evaluate its performance. Determine the characteristics of the electrical components and the circuit after performance evaluation. Here are the basics of successful electrical troubleshooting. Collect Information Taking a survey of the electrical system is a crucial step in troubleshooting. This way, you can determine how exactly the components are required to operate. However, collecting information about the electrical system requires knowledge about the system and its features. You can conduct various tests to determine if the system is working correctly. Some operational tests may not require tools, and a visual inspection can be enough to look through the system. Follow through the schematics to determine what the system is supposed to do and identify the faulty component. Understand the Issue Understanding the problem means that you can pinpoint what is not working appropriately. Determine how the electrical system works and the component that has a malfunction. Identify the cause of the malfunction based on the type of problem. You can go through the troubleshooting manual to determine if there is any history of the same issue. The troubleshooting logs may contain crucial information about the problem and the steps taken to address it. Go through any technical documentation about the electrical components and check if there is a way to fix various issues. You can use similar equipment and compare it to the failed component. This way, you can learn more about the technicality if less information about the component is available. Evaluate System Parameters Take measurements of various system variables and determine other restraints that affect the component. You need to determine the expected electrical output to know whether it’s measurable and consider the expected results. Determine the electrical output and whether it has been affected by the faulty component. Thus, you can identify the appropriate tools to take measurements such as voltage, resistance, and current strength. You can identify alternative methods to take the readings and what needs to be measured. You can then conclude if other parts of the system have been affected by the faulty component. After isolating and evaluating the individual, identify the source of the problem. You may deal with sophisticated electrical components, and you may require the help of an electrician to know your best approach. ← How to Become a Licensed Electrician Things to Consider When Hiring an Electrical Contractor → Recent Posts Things to Consider When Hiring an Electrical Contractor Basics of Electrical Troubleshooting How to Become a Licensed Electrician How to Take Your Electrical Business to the Next Level How to Go into Business for Yourself as an Electrician Archives October 2021 July 2021 June 2021 March 2021 February 2021 January 2021 Categories Innovative Electrician Uncategorized Copyright © 2021 Quantum Income Corp | All Rights Reserved.