I'm having a problem with my heater; it shuts off after about 10-20 seconds of running. After that, I need to flip the circuit breaker to reset everything, including the A/C. Does anyone know what might be causing this and how I can fix it?
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Yeah, it definitely seems like an overload issue. If your heater is using more power than the breaker can handle, it could cause this. It's best to get an expert in to assess it. You don’t want to be risking any damage or fire hazards with electrical stuff!
It sounds like your breaker is tripping due to an overload. The fact that the heater runs briefly before shutting off probably rules out a short circuit. I'd recommend calling a technician to take a look at it since it could require professional service. Just to be safe, you may want to check what size breaker you're using and the wire gauge too.