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🚨⚡️ Don't Risk It! Dangerous Electric Panels Alert! ⚠️ Federal Pacific Electric (FPE) and Zinsco panels pose serious safety hazards due to design flaws that can lead to breaker failures and overheating. Here's what you need to know:
In 2005, a New Jersey court found FPE guilty of fraudulently labeling faulty Stab-Lok breakers as meeting safety standards. Testing confirmed high defect rates, raising concerns about safety compliance.
Similarly, Zinsco panels suffer from loose breaker connections, leading to arcing and overheating. This heat can fuse breakers to the bus bar, posing fire risks.
How to Identify:
FPE Panels: Look for a Federal Pacific label or "Stab-Lok" logo on the panel cover, with breakers featuring a red strip.
Zinsco Panels: Check for labels stating "Zinsco," "Sylvania," or "Magnetrip," with breakers sporting red, green, and blue toggles.
For your safety, replace these panels with new, UL-Certified ones immediately. Don't wait until it's too late! 🔥