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    May 25, 2008, 04:19 PM
    Wiring under a Sink
    I am remodeling my kitchen and I am installing a new line for my dishwasher and disposal.
    My diswasher is 5.3 amp max according to the manufacturer and the disposal is 7.3 amps.
    1st: Is a 15 amp circuit acceptable here?
    2nd: Is a GFCI required for the under the sink outlet to be used for the dishwasher?
    3rd: The disposal is hardwired - What do I use to ancor the wire coming through the sheetrock wall? Or Do I need anything but a hole?
    Thanks, Russ
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    May 25, 2008, 04:28 PM
    A 15A circuit would be OK, a 20A is preferred.
    The disposal should NOT be hardwired. You should install a cord and plug on it.

    No, the receptacle under the sink does not need GFI protection.
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    May 25, 2008, 04:41 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by stanfortyman
    A 15A circuit would be OK, a 20A is preferred.
    The disposal should NOT be hardwired. You should install a cord and plug on it.

    No, the receptacle under the sink does not need GFI protection.
    I would like to follow this question up.
    So install a 20 amp outlet, but split the outlet into 2 with one for the diswasher and the second would go to the disposal switch to turn on this portion of the outlet?
    Again thanks, Russ
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    May 25, 2008, 04:46 PM
    Sounds right.
    Use a big box, like a 4" square with a duplex receptacle "industrial" cover. This will give you enough room to make all the necessary splices.
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