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-1 -1 Overcurrent protection

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If a circuit supplies only one appliance or device, the rating or setting of the branch circuit overcurrent device must not be more than 150 percent of the rating of the appliance or device, or 15 amperes, whichever is greater.

Section 111.77-1 — full text

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If a circuit supplies only one appliance or device, the rating or setting of the branch circuit overcurrent device must not be more than 150 percent of the rating of the appliance or device, or 15 amperes, whichever is greater.

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46 CFR §111.77-1 — -1 -1 Overcurrent protection · CaptainsGround