30 amp circuit?
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30 amp circuit?
Hi,
I'm looking at a range which I noticed requires a 30 amp dedicated circuit.
If there is already a 20 amp dedicated circuit, what would be required to change this to 30 amp? Just changing the breaker? Or would the wiring have to change? Does it depend on the wire that was already used?
I'm just trying to get an idea what would be involved to actually install this range.
Thanks!
I'm looking at a range which I noticed requires a 30 amp dedicated circuit.
If there is already a 20 amp dedicated circuit, what would be required to change this to 30 amp? Just changing the breaker? Or would the wiring have to change? Does it depend on the wire that was already used?
I'm just trying to get an idea what would be involved to actually install this range.
Thanks!
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Depends on the wire size, if it's undersized you can not just change the breaker.
The outlet would also need to be changed.
30 amp. needs a #10 wire.
The outlet would also need to be changed.
30 amp. needs a #10 wire.
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Sound like an electric range not gas. Is that correct? If so is it 240 volts (or 120/240)? Is the 20 amp circuit 120 volts? If so the answer is: Not even close to right for this. Is this a single family residence you own?
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Thanks for the replies!
It is a single residence. It is a dual fuel range (gas burners, electric oven).
The specs say:
30" AND 36" DUAL FUEL RANGES
• Power supply: 240/208 VAC, 60 Hz with 30 amp
service.
• Maximum connected load: 5.2 kW.
• Total amps: 21 amps.
• Supply wire minimum size: L1, L2 and ground—
12 AWG, neutral—16 AWG.
I don't know what the current 20 amp circuit is (120 volt or otherwise).
Thanks!
It is a single residence. It is a dual fuel range (gas burners, electric oven).
The specs say:
30" AND 36" DUAL FUEL RANGES
• Power supply: 240/208 VAC, 60 Hz with 30 amp
service.
• Maximum connected load: 5.2 kW.
• Total amps: 21 amps.
• Supply wire minimum size: L1, L2 and ground—
12 AWG, neutral—16 AWG.
I don't know what the current 20 amp circuit is (120 volt or otherwise).
Thanks!
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I don't know what the current 20 amp circuit is (120 volt or otherwise).
Wiring Simplified is an inexpensive, invaluable and readable resource for learning how and why residential electrical systems work. It is often available in the electrical aisle at home improvement centers.
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I went down and looked. There are 2 breakers together each labeled 40 AMP. I think I saw 220V on there as well. I do not know what any of the wiring looks like, but I supposed I could take the cover off the box in the kitchen and look? The breaker is off (as there is nothing hooked up yet).
Thanks!
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Couldn't see the part of the black wire that gives size but it is at least #10, maybe #8 or#6 so it should be good. If you have a non contact tester hold it near a black wire with that 40 amp breaker on then with that 40 amp breaker off.
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Another poster that likely lives in Cook county, Illinois. You have conduit in your home and that would allow you to replace the original wiring easily if necessary. It appears to be #8 copper conductors and that would jibe with having a 40 ampere circuit breaker.
I would replace the existing circuit breaker with a 30 ampere model and the install the appropriate receptacle if the new range is cord-and-plug connected. Other wise use the appropriate cover plate and the range pigtail for connection.
I second Nashkat1's suggestion to purchase AND READ Wiring Simplified.
I would replace the existing circuit breaker with a 30 ampere model and the install the appropriate receptacle if the new range is cord-and-plug connected. Other wise use the appropriate cover plate and the range pigtail for connection.
I second Nashkat1's suggestion to purchase AND READ Wiring Simplified.
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I just have one of those testers you can hold up to see if the wire is live or not.... is that what you're referring to?