Can I actually run this on a 20 amp circuit? (safely and without issue...) Thanks.
1974069
I run mine on a 20Amp line. I don't use anything else on the same circuit at the same time so keep that in mind, also keep to the 2 min on, 8 min off cycle. It's like running a vacuum cleaner, keep the current low. I hope this helps.
807498
I run mine on a dedicated 20 amp breaker. So nothing else is running while I'm welding and have had no problems.
112322
You "can" run it, but it's not a good idea. If it doesn't trip the breaker, the air conditioner will still keep trying to draw 30 amps through the circuit, but the wiring and contacts in the plug are only rated for 15. So you'll get a lot of heat buildup, and you run a serious risk of (worst case)fire, damaging your plug and wiring, and/or damaging the air conditioner unit. Maybe for a short period (just to see if the unit still cools, runs or whatever) would be okay, but I wouldn't run it for longer than a minute or two.
946718
Yes you can use this unit. Make sure you have it on at least a 25 amp breaker.
86251
The answer I got from a little web search was 10 Amps. I can tell you I'm running two (20 Amps if search answer was accurate) on a 30 Amp breaker with no problems.
649032
No it will not run better. You could use a cord that is smaller in size with less resistance. Double theh voltage and you cut the amps in half.
621185
That would be the best thing to do. Mine is on a dedicated 20A circuit. If you have a 20A circuit instead of a 15A and depending what else is on the circuit you'd probably be good.
1863269
Regardless of what some have said. YES you need a 20 amp circuit outlet to get the amps full power. If use the standard 15 amp, you will not get the full power from the amp.
2180739
Does it mess that the total output is 30 amp. Like I can run a 20 amp product & a 10 amp product this totals to 30 amps safely. Thanks bob
1129722
12v *20 amps = 240 watts. If you want to know if it can supply this stably, I don't know. It didn't come with documentation and I only use a little under 12 amps. I did measure the voltage and that was stable and actually 12 volts. So far, I haven't had any problems.
1810330
Won't plug into a 30amp, 20 amp breaker is fine, don't let your electrode stick and you'll have a 2 minute duty cycle
1265734
Yes you can, i mean, i have ran it on mine! If you plug this machine to a 220v line, you get 200 amps an the machine!!! Mine came with a 110/220v adapter
1243323
I put it on a dedicated 20 amp circuit with 12/3. That meets code in our area of Missouri. If you had an exceptionally long run you may want to consider a heavier gauge.
1844047
Check the capacity of the circuit you have it plugged into. This needs to be on a 20A circuit as it will draw up to 17A, depending on your power supply. That is, BY ITSELF on a 20A circuit.The MINIMUM current draw will be 15A and that is already too much for a 15A circuit, you will likely blow the circuit. If it doesn't blow the circuit as soon as you plug it into a 15A circuit (and turn it on), there is something wrong with your wiring.
1214230
I have the 3 hp motor. It runs on 220 volts and utilizes a 30amp plug. My electrician installed 20 amp breakers and I have had no problems. Unfortunately, there is nothing in the manual that covers this.
1629075
No- for a 20a circuit requires #12 romex. Then you have to take into consideration how far your running the wire. There could be a voltage drop.
1119038
As per labeled on the switch, its rated up to 20Amps.....hope this will help you....thx.