Are you thinking of testing your outlet with a multimeter but unaware of how to proceed? It’s one thing to have a good brand of digital multimeter and another thing to put it into good use. Correct usage of a digital multimeter is critical to performing outlet testing correctly and safely. The multimeter setting for … Read more
The car’s air fuel ratio sensor, commonly known as the O2 sensor or lambda sensor, measures the amount of oxygen in the exhaust and communicates it to the ECU. This data is used to optimize the air fuel ratio engine in the combustion chamber. Its primary function is to reduce the amount of dangerous gas … Read more
A bad voltage regulator can cause some serious trouble for an electrical circuit. Whether it is common household electrical equipment or a vehicle’s circuit system, keeping the voltage regulator in top condition is vital. So, let me go through and teach you how to test a voltage regulator. In general, follow these steps to test … Read more
Low voltage transformers control domestic equipment, such as doorbells and air conditioners. They connect to a home’s high-voltage power source to create a safe, low-voltage electrical supply. However, your low-voltage transformer appliances can suddenly stop operating causing inconvenience. When this occurs, I’ve found that troubleshooting your low voltage transformer is the best place to start. … Read more
Small watch batteries also known as coin batteries and small single cell batteries can be used with various electronics. You can find these round shape batteries on watches, toys, calculators, remotes, and even on desktop computer motherboards. Commonly known as coin or button types. Usually, a button battery is smaller than a coin battery. Regardless … Read more
If your car uses a mechanical oil pressure switch and you notice that the warning light is on, we recommend that you check what the issue is. It may need that you service it or replace it altogether. While it can be disturbing to see a red warning light, you do not have to worry … Read more
The heartbeat of a motorcycle is in its battery. If the battery is dead, it becomes impossible to move the motorcycle from where it is. You expect the engine of your motorcycle to come to life whenever you start it. The battery is what delivers the power that gives life to the engine. That means … Read more
The voltage regulator controls the electrical current coming from your John Deere lawn tractor’s stator so that its battery will be charged with a smooth current that won’t damage it. Thus, it’s critical to test it regularly to verify that it’s in good functioning order and that, if a problem arises, you can address it … Read more
Potentiometers have many practical uses that can be pretty handy for controlling electrical devices. For instance, with the help of a potentiometer, you can control the volume of a radio, the speed of a toy, lighting levels, and much more. All of this is done by changing the resistance of the potentiometer. Sometimes, you might … Read more
Heavy-duty electrical devices such as refrigerators, dryers, and window unit air conditioners require a 220-volt electrical outlet. So, if your dryer, for example, is not drying your clothes, it’s most likely because it’s not receiving enough power supply. With that, you might wonder how you can pinpoint the exact problem with your equipment. In general, … Read more
