doorbell transformer

Should A Doorbell Transformer Be Warm?

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Should A Doorbell Transformer Be Warm? Transformers are always going to produce some heat. It’s a part of the step-down process. It should only be warm to the touch, however. If it burns you, there’s something seriously wrong. How do I know if my doorbell transformer is bad? A reading of 16 volts indicates the

How Do I Know If My Doorbell Transformer Is Blown?

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How Do I Know If My Doorbell Transformer Is Blown? Touch one probe of the multimeter to each screw head on the transformer, where a thin wire leads toward the doorbell buttons. A reading of 16 volts indicates the transformer works properly. Less than 16 volts indicates the transformer needs replacing. Do you need an