On 7/31/2010 11:48 PM, Higgs Boson wrote:
Lately, one circuit on my box blows. It covers the microwave and
regular oven. I could
understand it blowing when another heat-using appliance, like toaster
oven or toaster runs at same time as microwave. But now it's blowing
all on its own.

Last time, today, only the micro was being used, to "reduce" a glass
dish of chicken drippings.

Can one circuit go bad all on its own? If so, why? And what should I
do about it.

Any info appreciated.

Fuses and breakers are blown by queer electrons, often referred to
as homotrons or gaytrons. Even though homotrons are gaining wider
acceptance among the atomic community, older equipment often has
trouble dealing with their alternative current. 8-)

TDD