[Amps] AL-82 Blowing fuses on startup

[Glen Zook]

The voltage that most of the major electric companies now target is 125 volts +/- 2 volts.  Voltages on the "+" side are very common during the warmer months when there is generally a heavier load due to air conditioning.

Unfortunately, most of the light bulbs sold by retailers are 120 volt bulbs and they just don't last that long when the voltage is 125 volts, or more.  There are 130 volt bulbs available but the retailers definitely don't "push" them because when the 130 volt bulbs are used the sales of bulbs decreases dramatically. 

Glen, K9STH

Website:  http://k9sth.com


--- On Sun, 11/14/10, Carl <km1h at jeremy.mv.com> wrote:

I would first call the power company and have them check with their meter. If it really is high demand it be reduced to 125V or less.
 
Mine is now a comfortable 119V but I still use bucking transformers for the boatanchors. Light bulbs havent failed since.