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    Jan 25, 2011, 09:50 PM
    Water heater/dryer
    Is it possible to have a water heater and dryer on one double breaker and if so,, how big a breaker
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    Jan 26, 2011, 06:37 AM

    No, water heaters (most) are 240V. Most older dryers were 240V but most newer ones are 120/240V. Both require a dedicated line.
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