30amp, 2-pole Circuit breaker in Panel - question
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30amp, 2-pole Circuit breaker in Panel - question
I have a 30-amp, 2-pole circuit breaker in my electrical panel that is used for my electric dryer. I need to move that breaker down 1 row on the panel in order to make room for another 2-pole breaker above it.
Is there any reason why I can't move it down? Does the panel only allow for 2-pole breakers in certain places?
Is there any reason why I can't move it down? Does the panel only allow for 2-pole breakers in certain places?
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Is there any reason why I can't move it down? Does the panel only allow for 2-pole breakers in certain places?
#4
You need to look inside the panel. Can you take pictures? That might help also. http://www.doityourself.com/forum/li...-pictures.html
#5
Unless you have a split buss panel, normally there are only restrictions on where tandems can be used.
#6
There's nothing written on the outside of the panel but it's a 200-amp panel with 2 columns of 20 rows for breakers.
#7
pcboss got it right. I’ve never seen any electrical panels that didn’t accept two pole breakers—Listed and rated for the equipment. As mentioned, they will have restrictions on twin, or quad type breakers.
I see no problem with you moving the breaker down 1;2; or three spaces. Sound like you have room to add?
I see no problem with you moving the breaker down 1;2; or three spaces. Sound like you have room to add?
#8
If the single pole that is moving is part of a multiwire branch circuit now would be a good time to put both legs on a two pole breaker.