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    Jan 27, 2007, 01:43 PM
    220v dryer
    I was wondering if anybody new what size wire I have to run from my breaker box to my outlet Thank you
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    Jan 30, 2007, 06:35 PM
    It depends on how far away the dryer is from the breaker box. #10 wire is good for 30 amps but you also need to size the wire size to the breaker feeding the appliance. If your not sure what your doing an electrican is a lot cheaper and safer than having a fire.
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