why does the fuse burn out so often on these and why dont they build them with an automatic reset fuse.
1636916
Who knows. This could have been a wonderful heater, but it was made VERY CHEAPLY. I would not recommend anyone buying this heater. It is a Piece of Crap!
1636917
I am not sure. We are using ours for the second season. It has never gave us any problem. We also have a Presto heat dish model.But we are satisfied with the Optimus model.
1749887
Tami, I haven't experienced a fuse issue, knock on wood that I don't face the issue. I'm inclined to believe that if the fuse numbers are the same and they continue to blow, then there is an electrical issue that is causing the overload. I'd contact the company and seek their input. Do you know an electrician that you can ask about the issue? Good luck. Woody
1401830
It's not too hard.. look in your owners manual and find the fuse box. Hook them up to a power source. by pulling the fuse. Insert the end of the wire and put the fuse back in.
757575
I have had this bulb in my car for a few months now and have not burned a fuse. The bulbs come with a driver (device that converts the incoming voltage to a compatible voltage) and there is no need for any load resistors unless you are using LED signal lights.
952407
Its not normal, but more likely one to go and then the other may fail a short time later. Best to scan and pull any codes and go from there. Check for a wiring problem or maybe a blown fuse.
595948
Keep the inline fuses. That's the way the engineers designed them. Your battery box fuses are fine to use in conjunction.
532112
There are two possible explanations that I can think of: 1) the Batteries are cheap/old, or 2) the product is defective/poorly designed. Perhaps there is a fault with a resistor that is letting the laser burn itself out.
1998853
I really don't know. Is the controller putting out the proper voltage? Could be a defective controller. Are all batteries properly connected? Are you using the correct fuses? Best of luck!
636121
probably the fuser, we have used both original and rebuilt fusers with good and bad results. If its not critical, start with a cheaper rebuilt fuser. it should be under 150 USD
1172400
No Fuse Trouble Here: Blown fuses usually have to be changed, but I have had no problems. It heats to the desired temperature and cycles off.
2200940
They make a big spark like a dead short when first connected. The sudden current draw is short lived. Mine did the same thing. It will get your attention.
1447479
Their website has contact info. E-mail them from the address listed there and ask them for replacement fuses. They are only around $5-10 shipped. http://www.bestrideoncars.com/ is the website! They were very helpful
1863273
Sorry to hear that. I've not had that issue come up yet... Is there something unique about the fuse that makes them difficult to obtain at an electrical/hardware store?
930824
Actually it would probably be cheaper to have an electronics shop there see if its just a blown fuse, or if you actually burned it up. Did you make sure tho voltage was set to 220 volts on the back? There was a cheap 300 watt available on amazon that will also fit nicely .
771752
Just continuing to replace fuses does not sound like the right solution. If you are using an appliance requiring more than 130W you likely need to upgrade to a bigger transformer.
2145228
Try hooking up the ballasts & bulbs without the other cables that were included. That's what I tried when I kept blowing fuses on my 2007 Toyota Carry.
152217
If you draw too much current, it will blow the fuse. Otherwise it should run indefinitely.