How to Use a Circuit Tracer to Locate a Dead Short

Circuit tracers play a vital role in modern electrical work, helping to streamline fault-finding and improve efficiency. Consisting of a transmitter that sends a signal through conductors and a receiver that detects it, a circuit tracer permits electricians to quickly identify which breaker or fuse protects a circuit, trace concealed conductors, and locate electrical faults. Troubleshooting can be a time-consuming task, but a circuit tracer makes it a faster, one-person job. 

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