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Here is an image of a typical residential circuit breaker:
Note: The image may not be exactly the same as the one you are looking for, but it should give you an idea of what a circuit breaker looks like.
[Image description: A rectangular device with a handle on top and a series of buttons or levers on the front. The device has a label on the front with the words "Circuit Breaker" and the amperage rating (e.g. "20A"). The buttons or levers are labeled with letters or numbers (e.g. "A", "B", "C", etc.).]
Here's a breakdown of the different parts of the circuit breaker:
- Handle: The handle on top of the circuit breaker is used to trip the breaker and disconnect power to the circuit.
- Buttons or levers: The buttons or levers on the front of the circuit breaker are used to switch the circuit on and off. Each button or lever corresponds to a specific circuit or group of circuits.
- Label: The label on the front of the circuit breaker shows the amperage rating of the breaker and may also show the number of poles (e.g. "20A 2P" means the breaker is rated for 20 amps and has two poles).
- Trip mechanism: The trip mechanism is the internal mechanism that trips the breaker when it detects an overload or short circuit. It is usually located inside the breaker and is not visible from the outside.