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    jesse perry Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Mar 18, 2012, 05:57 PM
    I ran 6 gauge wire from my breaker then connected to 10 gauge to my hot tub
    I had a hot tub that ran with 10 gage wire. I bought a new one and was told
    Run 6 Gage from breaker to a sub panel. I was told I could use my 10 Gage
    Wire I already have in place. Is this true
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    Mar 19, 2012, 03:54 AM
    What is the electrical specifications of the new tub?

    Need to know that before assuming that a 30 amp circuit with #10 wire is sufficient.
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