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txmedic1985
Dec 7, 2010, 06:43 PM
I have a 40 amp 240 volt outlet and want to hook up my dryer that is rated for 30 amps. Is this possible?

ballengerb1
Dec 7, 2010, 06:51 PM
Yes you can use a cable rated for 40 amps but cable is rated by gauge and different gauges can carry doifferent amperage. What gauge cable are you thinking of using?