Circuit dropping voltage!!

[trevorshonda]

Hello i have a circuit in the house that drops voltage when being used(microwave ,toaster)!I start out at 117v then drop to 109 and microwave stops working and toaster drops 5v?Solutions?

[markmark]

You should only use one device at a time. As a device draws more amperage, the voltage goes down. Microwaves and toasters draw high amperage.

[trevorshonda]

Originally Posted by trevorshonda

Hello i have a circuit in the house that drops voltage when being used(microwave ,toaster)!I start out at 117v then drop to 109 and microwave stops working and toaster drops 5v?Solutions?

Yes i understand but why would the microwave shut off ,when only thing being used?

[markmark]

Some devices, like a microwave, will shut down when the voltage drops below a certain point, to protect the device.