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    Feb 16, 2008, 07:12 AM
    Breakers size
    Is it OK to run a 5amp machine on a 30amp circuit or should I put in a smaller breaker?
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    Feb 16, 2008, 08:01 AM
    What is the Machine, and how many volts?
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    Feb 16, 2008, 08:28 AM
    What do the instructions say?
    The breaker protects the circuit conductors, NOT the load.
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