Electrical Wiring Residential
18th Edition
ISBN: 9781285170954
Author: Ray C. Mullin, Phil Simmons
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 19.2, Problem 17R
- a. If both elements of the water heater in this residence are energized at the same time, how much current will they draw? (Assume the elements are rated at 240 volts.)
- b. What size and Type THHN wire is required for the load of both elements? Show calculations.
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