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Old 05-03-2006, 06:19 AM   #1
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Circuit Breaker


Is there a way to figure out how much amperage to the circuit breaker? I really don't understand this and will probably either need a new box or upgrade to handle all the electricity running the tank....I'm not sure what to be asking here, but I know the small plugs are only 15 amps and I'm sure that wont be enough....can an electrician just run new heavy duty lines to the same box, should I get a dedicated box? What is the best way to do this and how can I get some knowledge about what I'm doing. Is or does anyone know of a simple to understand book or article where I can pick up very basic layman understanding of electricity.
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Old 05-03-2006, 07:51 AM   #2
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You need a amp probe.it looks like a clamp and it has to clamp around the hot wire(Black) going into the circuit breaker.
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