dual AC on 30 amps - I think I made it work
Here is what I did. Middle of day once temperatures start heating up, I switched my water heater and refrigerator over to propane. I unplugged cofee pot, curling iron, and anything else drawing elec...
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myredracer wrote:Yes and there is also a provision in the code that relates to continuous draw circuits. Code requires a supply 125% of the rated load in this circumstance. (load 80% of supply is mathematically the same). Continuous load is defined as 3+ hours.philh wrote:Not sure if you're being sarcastic or serious. Technically and by code you should be able to draw 30 amps indefinitely.
why would pulling 30a on a circuit rated for 30a be a problem?
This code provision does not apply to a variable load such as an RV. However if you are going to run equipment for 10 hours at this level I and several previous posts recommend following the continuous load rule and limit power to 24 amps.
OK to run at 30 amps too as long as you are not disappointed if something heats up. Running at the very max will test any deficiency.
