To the basics:
The Breaker is supposed to put there, where there is a chance of short circuit which is flow of current at its maximum. The main purpose of any Breaker is to clear the short circuit. Putting it on neutral is not standard.
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"When the user touches the machine and discharges static to it it resets the machine."
The purpose of the using ESD wrist strap is to discharge the static charge into ground directly through grounding point. Your problem resolves if the charge discharges to ground not through the machine. Its...
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) is the release of stored static electricity that can damage electrical circuitry. Static electricity is often stored in your body, and discharged when you come in contact with an object with a different potential. The ESD wrist strap safely channels this electricity...