Microwave Circuit Breaker Size Recommendation
Updated 06/24/2021 | Published 06/22/2021
Question:
our 1000 watt high pointe microwave went out in RV. We would like to replace with a High Pointe 1450 watt convection/microwave. Microwave is on 15 amp circuit. Is this do-able? thanks
asked by: Julie W
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Expert Reply:
Typically microwaves are on 20 amp circuit. If it's on a 15 amp you'll most likely have issues with it tripping. I recommend switching to a 20 amp circuit breaker but you will also need to upgrade the wiring running from the breaker to the microwave to # 10-1-1. Failure to do so could result in an electrical fire.
expert reply by:
Kevin C
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