[Shop-talk] Bad breaker?

[Ronnie Day]

Tim,

Are you sure the problem isn't the disposal? If it's on a plug instead of
being hardwired use a short12 gauge extension cord to plug it into a plug
on a different breaker. I'd also plug something into the plug under the
sink to make sure the circuit is OK. If there isn't a plug under the sink,
I'd suggest adding one while you're sorting this all out.

I have a Klein 80016 Circuit Tester that's been invaluable for testing
electrics. It's not super cheap around $55 for the whole kit but I use it,
at least the plug tester, frequently. You should have a plug tester at the
very least. As far as doing any work other than testing, you'll have to
decide. Pushing 78, I do little, if any work that calls for me to get down
on the floor or/and into tight spaces unless I absolutely have to!

HTH,
Ron

On Sat, Feb 1, 2025 at 10:20 AM Tim . <tims_datsun_stuff at outlook.com> wrote:

> The breaker that controls my sink grinder's outlet seems to have failed.
> It won't reset.
>
> It is simply a matter of replacing the breaker with a new one or might
> there be another issue in the circuit? Near as I can tell that breaker only
> has one outlet on it. (house was built in 1905 or so and still has active
> knob and tube. ffs. And there are at least four breakers controlling our
> tiny kitchen.) Also, the outlet is not GFI so I want to replace it but
> can't really fit under the sink to do it.
>
> So, can I just replace the breaker or should I bite the bullet and call
> and electrician?
>
> Thanks
> tim
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