Typically you will need a bit of force to reset it. Try to push it all the way into the off position (opposite to the other breakers in the some column of breakers). After that you should be able to turn it back on. If it trips again, you still have a problem with your wiring.

What do you do when your tripped breaker won’t reset?

What to Do if Your Circuit Breaker Won’t Reset

  1. Be sure you are resetting the breaker properly. First of all, be sure that you are taking the proper steps to reset the breaker. …
  2. Check for evidence of an overloaded circuit. …
  3. Check for a short circuit. …
  4. Check for a faulty breaker. …
  5. Call an electrician for help.


How do you reactivate a circuit breaker?





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Quote from Youtube video: To reset standard breakers move the handle fully to the opposition. You must turn the circuit breaker. And cut Lea off before you turn it on again.

How do you check if a breaker is bad?

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Quote from Youtube video: To check for a double pole breaker simply put the red and black leads on the breaker terminal the breaker is good it should read up to 250 volts.