COLETON HAS A MAJOR ELECTRICAL ISSUE AT HIS HOUSE!

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This video documents a serious electrical issue encountered by Coleton, where charging two EVs (a Kia EV9 and an EV6) led to a complete power outage in his house. The primary suspect is a faulty installation or component within the main electrical panel, specifically a Square D Homeline panel, where the main breaker and the breaker feeding the detached garage subpanel tripped. Evidence of arcing and melting was found around the main incoming feed connection. While the EV chargers themselves were not deemed faulty, the vehicles' sensitivity to voltage sag (particularly the EV9) may have indicated the underlying wiring problem by derating their charging speed. The video highlights the increased demand EVs place on home electrical systems and the critical importance of proper installation and maintenance. The hosts consulted with EV charging expert Tom Moloughney, who confirmed the likelihood of a faulty installation or component, emphasizing that the main breaker's failure to trip during the arcing incident was concerning. Coleton is currently without power and seeking an electrician in the Northern Colorado area to resolve the issue.