trip switch
noun
UK/ˈtrɪp ˌswɪtʃ/
US/ˈtrɪp ˌswɪtʃ/
Definitions of trip switch noun
- Countable(可數名詞)
A safety device that automatically cuts off the electrical supply to a machine or circuit when it detects an excessively high current, typically due to a malfunction.
跳掣開關；跳脫開關（一種安全開關，當機器故障或異常導致電流過大時，會自動切斷機器的電源）。
The trip switch automatically cuts off the power when there's an excessive current in the circuit.
當電路中電流過大時，跳掣開關會自動切斷電源。
The trip switch was activated because of a fault in the oven.
跳掣開關因烤箱故障而被啟動。
For safety, ensure that the trip switch is regularly checked for proper operation.
為了安全起見，確保定期檢查跳掣開關的運作是否正常。