Recent content by TangoBravo

Woohoo! Resolution! Ok -- I know this is something of a ressurection, but I wanted to post and say that the problem HAS been solved... and in case anyone has a similar problem, knows what our circumstances involved. Everyone's suggestion that the meter-main lugs may not have been completely...

Hmm... Makes sense, because an inadequate connection could cause not visible arc'ing under heavy load.. which would definitely cause heat... Like I said, none of my breakers are actually tripping... but I'd imagine I will be able to detect the heat level. I'll use my no-contact laser/ir...

Definitely not red... I've only seen the inside of my panel once, actually (during the pre-purchase inspection), and I would have remembered it. I do have a near-photographic memory... and that would have stuck. Like I said, I don't think it actually HAS a main breaker... (one reason why one...

Thanks for the responses! Ok... I think I see where you're both going on this one.... hadn't really thought of that! So let me make sure I'm at least following properly: If it is an intermittent / loose connection, and the voltage is backfeeding through the dryer itself (because it...

Ok, let me start by saying that I am not an electrician... but a very avid DIY'er, with more than a little Electronics background.... And I've been 'lurking' the forums on this site, and enjoying the massive wealth of information for many many months.... Well, now I've got a problem that has me...