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Default Circuit Breaker Panel Question


"BoyntonStu" wrote in message
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3 wires coming into panel.

1 wire to ground.

2 other wires have 240 volts between them.

Each wire is connected to a 100 Amp breaker that is ganged to another.

Where do these wires connect to when the breaker is ON?

IOW If there is 240 VAC between these 2 wires they can't connect to
the same strip, can they?


Each wire goes to one side at 120 volts. The ground is common.

If you don't know about this, I'd advise two things.
1. Don't touch anything yet
2. Get a basic electricity book

There is nothing magical about electricity in the home, but the learning
curve can be deadly so don't overstep your skill level.