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    kial5870 Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Dec 3, 2007, 10:24 PM
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    I have a 30 amp double breaker that is crackling and gets hot. It is for my hot water heater. Can I replace it temporarily with 2 20 amp breakers until I can get a new one in the morning.
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    biggsie Posts: 1,267, Reputation: 125
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    Dec 3, 2007, 11:18 PM
    The old breaker definitely needs replaced

    And I think it would be best to turn off power

    Until you get the proper sized breaker

    You may have to rough it one night

    Like people who go camping do
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    Dec 4, 2007, 03:58 AM
    The 20 amp breaker would have sufficed for the night, if it tripped, no harm done.

    Be sure to check the tabs the breaker plugs onto in the panel for any damage also.
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