Homeline tandem breakers
#1
09-03-04, 04:09 PM
Homeline tandem breakers
Hello Guys,
I picked up my 100 Amps 20 circuits Homeline main panel from Home Depot couple of years ago. I have used up all of the 20 circuits and I wanted to add more circuits. So I picked up Homeline Tandem 20/20 type breakers from Homedepot. I tried to install the new Tandem breaker but it seems that I am unable to seat it properly. It does not fit. It sits at an angle. Does this mean that my panel does not accept Tandem type breakers? Did anyone run into this problem before?
Thank you for your comments and feedback.
Moe
I picked up my 100 Amps 20 circuits Homeline main panel from Home Depot couple of years ago. I have used up all of the 20 circuits and I wanted to add more circuits. So I picked up Homeline Tandem 20/20 type breakers from Homedepot. I tried to install the new Tandem breaker but it seems that I am unable to seat it properly. It does not fit. It sits at an angle. Does this mean that my panel does not accept Tandem type breakers? Did anyone run into this problem before?
Thank you for your comments and feedback.
Moe
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09-03-04, 05:31 PM
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Actually, that's the model number of the panel cover. Can you find another model number on the panel itself, probably something like HOM20L125C.
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09-03-04, 05:44 PM
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Moe, does the stab you are trying to place the breaker on have a slot cut in the middle? Do any of the stabs have this slot?
If not then your panel will not accept twins.
If not then your panel will not accept twins.
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09-04-04, 04:02 AM
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Many panels only accept tandems in certain positions on the panel. Peetey is right; check to see if the mounting has a slot cut in it. If not, check others to see if they do. You may have to do some redecorating in the panel.
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09-04-04, 07:39 PM
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I had this exact problem on a job I did two months ago.
The solution was to dremel out the extra plastic on the breaker.
The panel has an extra "nub" on the buss where the breaker plugs on.
Compare the existing breakers with the new, and you will see the difference; which creates the problem.
Also, take a look at the other BR style breakers form CutlerHammer, Siemens, GE, etc.
(Normally I would not make this type of modification, however I had to install 5 new panels for 60A services that were the 6-space SquareD model, to take the place of dangerous antiquated 1950s fuses in a Cival-War era apartment house. The extenuating circumstances dictated using that size of panel and type of breakers.)
gj
The solution was to dremel out the extra plastic on the breaker.
The panel has an extra "nub" on the buss where the breaker plugs on.
Compare the existing breakers with the new, and you will see the difference; which creates the problem.
Also, take a look at the other BR style breakers form CutlerHammer, Siemens, GE, etc.
(Normally I would not make this type of modification, however I had to install 5 new panels for 60A services that were the 6-space SquareD model, to take the place of dangerous antiquated 1950s fuses in a Cival-War era apartment house. The extenuating circumstances dictated using that size of panel and type of breakers.)
gj
#9
09-05-04, 04:19 PM
I checked with the sales guy at Home Depot and he told me that this Homeline panel will not accept Tandem breakers. What a disappointment?
I am not sure of what Gren jacket is telling me to do. But it soed not sound safe. Are there any other manufacturer's breakers that may fit this Homeline panel?
I see that my option now is to add a subpanel. I believe that I have a clear idea of how to add the subpanel but I will appreciate of any of the experts walk me through it so I do not mix my Neutral and my ground.
Thank you all.
Moe
I am not sure of what Gren jacket is telling me to do. But it soed not sound safe. Are there any other manufacturer's breakers that may fit this Homeline panel?
I see that my option now is to add a subpanel. I believe that I have a clear idea of how to add the subpanel but I will appreciate of any of the experts walk me through it so I do not mix my Neutral and my ground.
Thank you all.
Moe
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09-05-04, 04:23 PM
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Moe, why don't we make you do the work? You describe how you plan to do the subpanel, and we'll tell you if you've got it right.
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09-05-04, 07:13 PM
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Green Jacket, please don't take this as a flame, but I really would not give "questionable" advice on boards such as this.
Don't get me wrong, we have all had to make twins "fit" at one point or another but describing how to modify a UL listed breaker is not really a good idea to give to a non-qualified person.
Don't get me wrong, we have all had to make twins "fit" at one point or another but describing how to modify a UL listed breaker is not really a good idea to give to a non-qualified person.
