Why the smaller wire gauge?

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Why the smaller wire gauge?

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09-01-2005, 02:20

sanddrag

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Why the smaller wire gauge?

Why is only 12 gauge specified for the 40A circuits? <R73> I would suggest everyone continue to use 10 gauge.

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