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whole house surge protector

Hi all-

I'm having some electrical work done on my house and my electrician is recommending that he install a whole house surge protector on the electrical panel.  This seems like a good idea, but I am wondering if I will experience any negative effects in terms of sound quality on my stereo system?  (I do currently have my audio system on a dedicated line.)

Thanks!

mcanaday

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williewonka
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RE: protector placement - I was just quoting the installation instructoins that came with the unit. But the electrician told me this also

I assume the manufacturer knows what they are talking about🤔

Ans since we all follow the installation insrtuctions - I thought it best ot point it out😏

Regards - Steve

williewonka
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One thing to note about the Breaker type that are installed in the panel

  • they have to be in the very first position
    • i.e. right beside the the panel main breaker switch
    • so you might have to move some wires
  • your electrician should know this

I was offered two different types

  1. appliance grade - $150 installed
  2. electronics grade - $375 installed

I went with #1, because

  • I generally unplug my system when there is a storm
  • other household electronics - TV’s, modems, routers, computers etc... are all protected by UPS devices

Regards - Steve

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