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    Aug 14, 2009, 09:28 AM
    How to installing a circuit for an over the range microwave
    I am replacing a hood with an over the range microwave. The microwave requires 13.8 amps and the instructions require a dedicated 15 amp circuit. The problem is that the hood is wired on a local 15 amp lighting ciruit (5 bulb-50 watt and a 75 watt). What is involved in fishing a new 15 amp circuit ( should I run 20 amp?)

    This may not be something I would want to undertake. Anybody any idea how much it would cost to have an electrician install the line?
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    Aug 14, 2009, 09:33 AM

    Most microwaves are installed with a recpetacle up inside the cabinet above. Dedicated means just that, nothing else on the circuit. Fishing a new line back to the panel can run $200 and up but I have no idea where you are or the going rate. Does you panel have any open spaces for a new breaker?
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    Aug 14, 2009, 09:38 AM
    The panel is in the basement, actually right below the range and there are available slots in the eletrical panel... St. Louis MO area
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    Aug 14, 2009, 09:43 AM

    You may luck out with this placement but still be in the $200 ballpark
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