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<blockquote data-quote="wevie" data-source="post: 6998338" data-attributes="member: 603871"><p>A short happens when the wire connected to the positive terminal of the battery touches any metal part of the vehicle. This allows an uncontrolled flow of current from - to +. The massive, instant flow of current generates tremendous heat in the wire. The insulation on the wire starts on fire.</p><p></p><p>If the fuse is between the battery + and the spot where the cable accidentaly grounds out, the fuse will blow, stopping the current flow, and saving your arse. That is the job of the fuse, to protect you should something go wrong.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="wevie, post: 6998338, member: 603871"] A short happens when the wire connected to the positive terminal of the battery touches any metal part of the vehicle. This allows an uncontrolled flow of current from - to +. The massive, instant flow of current generates tremendous heat in the wire. The insulation on the wire starts on fire. If the fuse is between the battery + and the spot where the cable accidentaly grounds out, the fuse will blow, stopping the current flow, and saving your arse. That is the job of the fuse, to protect you should something go wrong. [/QUOTE]
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