6/28    What are the adverse effects of replacing a circuit breaker with
        one not specifically designed for the breaker box?
        \_ It breaks. :-)
        \_ Go for it.  Fire hazards are FUN!
           \_ No, seriously-- the amperage rating is the same, and it fits
              in perfectly.  What are the specific hazards/pitfalls?
              \_ self-immolation?
              \_ No, seriously, call an electrician.
                 \_ As it turns out, it's largely alright-- home
                    inspectors like to see all the breakers under a single
                    brand, but as long as it's a tight fit the only
                    potential problem is the bus arcing over and causing
                    pitting/corrosion.  That may generate heat, which is
                    bad if your box is surrounded by oily rags and tinder,
                    but in my case this doesn't apply.  All of this came
                    from a licensed electrician.
                    \_ Why not just replace the breaker with the same
                       brand? I don't get it. Are you *that* cheap? --dim
                       \_ why don't you just run windows?
                    \_ is this OP?