"fredinstl" wrote in message
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I bought a convection oven (Bosch, 700 series), and the installation
instructions say it need 15.8 amps (120/240V).
Every book and documentation I researched are mentioning electrical
ovens needing 40 or 50 Amps, so I am a little surprised, and would like
to hear from anybody whether maybe newer ovens are drawing less
electricity ?
I was thinking going for a 30Amps breakers (I don't even think I can
find find 20 Amps 2 poles breakers for my service panel).

thanks.


Double check the nameplate on the oven to confirm, but it is not unusual for
convection ovens to require less power. Do not install a larger circuit
breaker than is required for your unit. In this case a two pole 20 amp CB
is sufficient. If you want to install a larger wire for possible future
upgrades that would be okay, but stick with the proper circuit breaker and
receptacle.