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    Nov 3, 2011, 11:07 PM
    200 service line, 6 gauge wire?
    What happens when someone has 6 gauge wire connected to the 200 amp service line. The 6 gauge wire runs to a 50 amp sub panel with 50 amp breaker for the main shut off and 2 15 amp breakers below it and 1 20 amp. This is in the garage. Can the 6 gauge wire melt?
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    Nov 4, 2011, 02:41 AM
    No, why do you ask?
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    Nov 4, 2011, 12:40 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by lesisthe1 View Post
    What happens when someone has 6 gauge wire connected to the 200 amp service line. The 6 gauge wire runs to a 50 amp sub panel with 50 amp breaker for the main shut off and 2 15 amp breakers below it and 1 20 amp. This is in the garage. Can the 6 gauge wire melt?
    Just where does this #6 originate. You say it is "connected to the 200 amp service line". What does this mean?
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    Nov 4, 2011, 01:04 PM
    Ouch did I miss that? I sure hope not.

    Can't be, can it? #6 wire connected to a 200 amp breaker?

    Tell me it is not so, if so, it must be removed ASAP.

    Jesus, this can be a serious fire hazard, not just melt the wire.

    Good catch Stan.
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    Nov 4, 2011, 01:09 PM
    I have a feeling it is tapped on with the service entrance on line side.
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    Nov 4, 2011, 01:24 PM
    I sure hope not.

    Lesis, get your butt back here with details, photos if at all possible.
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