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The old fuse panels with the screw in glass fuses usually had a handle on the side that operated a disconnect. The disconnect was a knife switch with heavy contacts and knives to handle quite a bit of current. Sometimes it was built into a separate box near the fuse holder but closer to the voltage source than the fuses. Certainly you can back the fuses out, but look for the disconnect first.

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To turn off the breakers for a fuse box with old screw-in glass fuses, you typically need to unscrew and remove the fuse from the socket to cut off power. Always use caution when handling fuses and consider contacting a professional electrician for assistance if needed. Make sure to switch off the main power before attempting any work.

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