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The breaker commonly used for ranges is a 40 amp. This size is used to cover the total wattage of the range. If for some reason all of the top elements and the oven were in use at the same time then the amperage drawn would be just under the trip setting of the breaker. If this same scenario were played out on the range with a 30 amp breaker supplying the power it would trip the breaker.

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What gauge wire and amp breaker do you use on a stove dryer and hot water heater?

For a stove, use a 8 or 6 gauge wire with a 40 to 50 amp breaker. For a dryer, use a 10 or 8 gauge wire with a 30 amp breaker. For a hot water heater, use a 10 or 8 gauge wire with a 30 or 40 amp breaker. Be sure to consult local electrical codes and guidelines for specific requirements.


Can you use 10 gauge wire to connect a 2 15 amp outlets to a 30 amp breaker?

No, it is not safe to use 10 gauge wire with a 30 amp breaker as the wire is not rated for that high of a current. It is important to use the correct wire gauge that matches the breaker amperage to prevent overheating and potential fire hazards. For a 30 amp breaker, you should use at least 10 gauge wire.


Can you use a 20 amp circuit breaker for an electric dryer?

If you are referring to a cloths dryer, the answer depends on the requirements of the dryer. Most dryers require AWG#10 wire with a 30 amp fuse. If the wiring is AWG#12 then use a 20 amp breaker but never use it on AWG#10 which requires a 30 amp breaker. If you are referring to a hair dryer then yes a 20 amp breaker is fine.


Is a 40 amp circuit breaker ok for a 30 amp air conditioner?

No, it is not recommended to have a circuit breaker with a higher amperage rating than the device it is protecting. In this case, you should use a 30 amp circuit breaker for a 30 amp air conditioner to ensure proper protection from overcurrent.


How do I know if I have a 30 amp breaker at my house to plug a trailer into?

If it is a 30 amp breaker then it is a 240 volt outlet.

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What gauge wire and amp breaker do you use on a stove dryer and hot water heater?

For a stove, use a 8 or 6 gauge wire with a 40 to 50 amp breaker. For a dryer, use a 10 or 8 gauge wire with a 30 amp breaker. For a hot water heater, use a 10 or 8 gauge wire with a 30 or 40 amp breaker. Be sure to consult local electrical codes and guidelines for specific requirements.


What is the recommended amperage for a breaker to use with a 30 amp dryer?

The recommended amperage for a breaker to use with a 30 amp dryer is 30 amps.


What is the appropriate double pole 30 amp breaker to use for a dryer installation?

The appropriate double pole 30 amp breaker to use for a dryer installation is a 30 amp double pole circuit breaker.


What breaker do you use for 10 2 wire?

Use a 30 amp breaker.


What size breaker can you use on a 7500watt generator?

Depends on the wire size you are using. If the generator breaker is a 30 amp then install a 30 amp breaker.


Can you use a 60 amp breaker for a electric stove?

If this is the main service in your home then you probably could not run both appliances at the same time. A range has a 40 amp breaker and a dryer has a 30 amp breaker protecting the feeders to these appliances. Even though both appliances do not draw the maximum current that the breaker allows it would be close. With other devices in use through out the home with the range and dryer on at the same time it will probably trip the panels 60 amp breaker.


How do you turn a 30 amp circuit into a 15 amp cicuit?

Replace the 30 Amp Breaker with a 15 Amp breaker.


Is the 30 amp breaker for a motorhome the same as for a house?

Yes, a 30 amp breaker is a 30 amp breaker. It must however be able to fit the box it is installed in.


Can you use a 30 amp breaker for a refrigerator?

Not unless the wire going to the refrigerator outlet is AWG 10/2. If it is wired with 12/2 wire then you must use a 20 amp breaker. Using a 30 amp breaker is dangerous and a fire hazard.


Can you use 10 gauge wire to connect a 2 15 amp outlets to a 30 amp breaker?

No, it is not safe to use 10 gauge wire with a 30 amp breaker as the wire is not rated for that high of a current. It is important to use the correct wire gauge that matches the breaker amperage to prevent overheating and potential fire hazards. For a 30 amp breaker, you should use at least 10 gauge wire.


Can you use a 20 amp circuit breaker for an electric dryer?

If you are referring to a cloths dryer, the answer depends on the requirements of the dryer. Most dryers require AWG#10 wire with a 30 amp fuse. If the wiring is AWG#12 then use a 20 amp breaker but never use it on AWG#10 which requires a 30 amp breaker. If you are referring to a hair dryer then yes a 20 amp breaker is fine.


Is a 40 amp circuit breaker ok for a 30 amp air conditioner?

No, it is not recommended to have a circuit breaker with a higher amperage rating than the device it is protecting. In this case, you should use a 30 amp circuit breaker for a 30 amp air conditioner to ensure proper protection from overcurrent.