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Rob:
The wattage is 1600.
How many amps does this bad boy draw?
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watts = volts * amps
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amps = watts/volts
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watts = volts * amps
or
amps = watts/volts
I sorta remembered that.

That works out to something over 13A on a 120V circuit. I can see a open breaker if there is a heavier load on start up. I don't think I have a 20A breaker in my hanger most likely 15A.

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