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Hi all. Another newbee to the board here. I have a cabnet mount Microwave/Oven combo unit Im installing. I have a question on the wire connections. I have a new 220v 6/4 AWG wire from a 50A Breaker to a junction in the cabnet. How is the connection made. I havent seen wire nuts big enough for the 6 gauge wire. I just dont know as much about 220V as I do about 110V. Thank You
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** How is the connection made. **
What does the appliance's installation instructions say?
Is there a cord on the unit which would plug into an outlet?
Dan O.
The Appliance Information Site
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The instructions say connect red to red, blk to blk and red to red and ground to ground. There is a cord with no plug on the unit.quote:Originally posted by Dan O.
What does the appliance's installation instructions say?
Is there a cord on the unit which would plug into an outlet?
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Is the unit meant for 220 volt or 110 volt? What is the current draw on the unit? A 20 amp circuit for a dedicated circuit seems in order. Answer me these questions and I'll get back to you.Comment
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A wall oven usually requires at least a 30 amp circuit. I can imagine a combination oven/microwave requiring more. A 50 amp circuit sounds about right to me (keeping in mind - without knowing the exact model of the unit nor seeing the installation requirements).quote:Originally posted by HayZee518
A 20 amp circuit for a dedicated circuit seems in order.
I don't know what else to use, maybe HayZee518 can suggest something?quote:I havent seen wire nuts big enough for the 6 gauge wire.
Dan O.
The Appliance Information Site
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Scotch-lok makes wirenuts good for #6. If this fails - get #6 burndy-s they are bronze split bolts. Make up the splices and wrap with rubber and plastic tape.Comment
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