Breaker trips immediately after being reset
Breaker will not reset
Breaker feels hot to the touch
Breaker shows visible burn marks or discoloration
Breaker makes buzzing, crackling, or sizzling sounds
Breaker has a burning smell
Breaker handle feels loose or does not stay in position
Breaker trips repeatedly with no obvious overload
Outlet or connected circuit has no power even when breaker appears on
Breaker is physically damaged or cracked
Test button does not work on a GFCI or AFCI breaker
Voltage is present on the line side but not on the load side
Breaker trips under very light load
Panel shows corrosion, rust, or moisture around the breaker
Breaker is older and has become unreliable during testing