[SEL] O.T. Wiring up a MicroWave Oven

[Gary Epps]

Paul you didn't ask this question, but you might want to install arc-fault
interrupters in the box for sleeping room circuits.  These are different
from GFI circuits, they trip when a loose connection begins to arc.  Think
about it, most electrical fires start with an arc.  I think the National
Electrical Code mandated them in January of 2003 or 2004.  In my neck of the
woods, some of the licensed electricians look at you with a funny look when
you mention them.

Gary
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Paul Maples" <pmaples at anaxis.net>
To: "The SEL email discussion list" <sel at lists.stationary-engine.com>
Sent: Thursday, July 08, 2004 7:33 AM
Subject: Re: [SEL] O.T. Wiring up a MicroWave Oven


> Thanks Gary, this has been the input I have been receiving so this is what
I
> am going to do. I appreciate your response.
>
> Paul
>
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "Gary Epps" <garyepps at fidnet.com>
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> Sent: Wednesday, July 07, 2004 11:21 PM
> Subject: Re: [SEL] O.T. Wiring up a MicroWave Oven
>
>
> > Paul,
> >
> > I'm not a licensed electrician, but you should install a dedicated 20
Amp
> > circuit (12/2 wire) for a microwave.  While some small microwaves can
> > operate on a 15 Amp circuit, you need to plan for the  possibility that
a
> > larger microwave might be used in the future.
> >
> > Gary
> > ----- Original Message ----- 
>
>
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