How Do You Add Circuits In A Circuit Breaker Box?
Although it is important to have a healthy respect for your service panel (also known as a circuit breaker box), there is no reason for even the least-experienced do-it-yourselfer to be afraid of it. Once the power is turned off at the main breaker, the box is no more dangerous than an unplugged appliance. Sooner or later you will probably have to work inside the panel, particularly if you add a new branch circuit in your home. Once the circuit wiring is in place, adding a new breaker to the panel is a simple job. Turn off the power to the panel by flipping the main breakers. The mains are usually located at the top of the panel and are labeled. Remove the cover on the panel to access the circuit breakers by removing the screws in the corners. Locate a knockout slot on a side of the box and pop out the metal piece with a screwdriver and hammer. Install an electrical cable connector in the knockout. This connector, which consists of a clamp and a lock nut, holds the cable secure. Pass t
