Technician A says you may replace a fusible link with a larger gauge wire. Technician B says a burned-out fuse indicates a larger-rated fuse should be used. Who is correct?
A) Technician A only
B) Technician B only
C) Both Technician A and B
D) Neither Technician A nor B

Question

Technician A says you may replace a fusible link with a larger gauge wire. Technician B says a burned-out fuse indicates a larger-rated fuse should be used. Who is correct?
A) Technician  A only
B) Technician  B only
C) Both Technician A and B
D) Neither Technician A nor B

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Neither technician is correct. A fusible link should never be replaced with a larger gauge wire as this can create a safety hazard. It is never advisable to use a larger-rated fuse to replace a burned-out fuse, as this can cause damage to the circuit and prolong the problem. Both of these actions can create electrical problems and even become a fire hazard.

Technician a Says You May Replace a Fusible Link with a Larger