Hob tripping circuit breaker

Question

My circuit breaker has tripped a couple of times when I've used my electric hob. Does this mean my hob is faulty or could there be another problem? The hob is newly fitted, so it shouldn't be broken.

Darren · Accepted Answer

3 things, how the hob was wired in needs to be checked. 
Also the max load of the hob compared to circuit breaker/cable.
And finally size if the cable used for wiring in. 
When the electrian wired this in for you, all of these calculations should of been done and a certificate issued.

Regards,

Mark · Answer

Check circuit breaker is the correct size for the hob

Luay · Answer

There are many reasons cause this fault. MCB, cables and hob itself. You need to hire skilled person to carry out inspections and testing for all installations to find the fault. Thanks

Andrew · Answer

If you are a homeowner, please recall spark, who has made the connection. If the hob is new, there is a chance of a bad connection.
Regarding the connection guarantee, you should receive a minor electrical certificate proving the job.

Mick · Answer

if its only happening on  one ring it could be the hob if its more than one, its more likely to be a fault within the system, you will need to get a competent person to test to find out more

Matt · Answer

You need to think about a few things here , so what size mcb or rcbo is the circuit ( how many amps) then is the cable large enough , I.e a 4mm cable ect to match up with the breaker to ensure their isn’t chance of over heating and a potential fire. And how has the hob been wired in ? Their is a possibility the breaker can be changed but with out a professional assessing it, it’s very difficult to know exactly the course of action needed 
Hope this helped

Chris · Answer

if you unplug it and the circuit then stays on it would suggest a faulty appliance

Ian · Answer

Hob tripping  is normally  caused  by  one of the ri gs breaking  down and shorting to earth...
But could also be caused by  faulty installation.

Jack · Answer

This could be over loading depending on the size of the supply? is it an induction hob?

Michael · Answer

Complete  an  insulation test   resistance  on the circuit to find the problem  it is probably  is the hob

Hob tripping circuit breaker

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