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    Apr 9, 2010, 10:14 AM
    Kitchen wiring
    I believe code says that kitchen recpt. Should be on a 20amp circuit. Does this mean all outlets and GFCI must be 20 amp rated as well, or will 15amp be OK?
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    Apr 9, 2010, 11:58 AM

    !5 Amp Recpticles are usuallly used on a 20 amp circuit.
    You're OK.
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