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Old 12-02-2010, 06:55 PM   #7
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Default Re: Question for an electrician/person who is handy

OK, first off, what is the BBQ rated in terms of amps? Most 110 volt elect. heaters and small appliances generally don't run over 1500 watts and 10-12 amps, which will usually run on a 15 amp (14 gauge wiring), if not much more is pulling from that circuit. Sounds like there was too much on the first circuit to start with!!. If the TV is the only thing on the other circuit, and the BBQ is tripping that breaker, I'd say you have a problem with the BBQ, especially since TV's and most electronics pull very low amps! Circuits in bathrooms and kitchens most often are 20 amp, with 12 gauge wiring, because things like hair dryers, toaster ovens and the like pull more amps than lamps and TVs. Thus, your TV is probably on a 15 amp breaker, and less likely to handle a large load. But, it should handle the TV and a BBQ, unless the BBQ is having issues. That why I think you might be prepared to replace the BBQ.

If you have a GFI breaker and/or plug in a circuit, and it trips more than two or three times, you might as well plan on replacing the GFI. It will be shot, regardless. Just my experience.

BTW, I'm NOT an electrician, but my BIL is a master Electrician, and I often help him on side jobs, including whole house wiring jobs.
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