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    Nov 30, 2008, 06:25 AM
    Switching a 15 amp breaker for a 20 amp
    Hi,
    I just bought a treadmill and it says it needs to be on a 20 amp breaker.
    Is it proper to just switch the 15 amp for a 20 amp? Or do I need to upgrade the wiring as well?
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    Nov 30, 2008, 06:28 AM
    The minimum wire size for a 20 amp breaker is #12 wire, so, no, unless the existing wire is #12, then you cannot just replace the breaker.

    Perhaps you can have a separate 20 amp circuit and receptacle installed just for the treadmill.
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    Nov 30, 2008, 06:39 AM

    Thanks for the reply, not the answer I wanted really.lol
    I guess I'll have to upgrade that line or run a new one.
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    Nov 30, 2008, 06:47 AM
    Sorry, not here to be popular, just to give the best accurate answer that will protect lives and property.
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    Nov 30, 2008, 06:51 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by kriminaal View Post
    Thanks for the reply, not the answer I wanted really.lol
    I guess I'll have to upgrade that line or run a new one.
    Don't bother "upgrading" the circuit. Just run a new line to the treadmill.
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