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    jrodi Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Feb 8, 2013, 11:05 AM
    Electrical requirements
    Have 30 amp circuit breaker (#10 wirer) to cook top. New cook top needs 40 amps.
    Can I add a 20 amp circuit (#12 wirer) to the #10 wires coming into the new cook top to meet the 40 amps required?
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    stanfortyman Posts: 5,598, Reputation: 279
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    Feb 8, 2013, 11:26 AM
    Absolutely not.
    You need a new 40A circuit run.

    Several code and safety rules prohibit this.
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    Feb 9, 2013, 07:48 AM
    Although your solution sounds good from a wallet standpoint, its also a good way to burn down your house with the new stove too. 4 wire #8 most likely needed.
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