Equipment & Appliances Circuits
A Dedicated Electrical Circuit is an electrical circuit powering a single outlet, appliance, or piece of equipment. Certain appliances and equipment use more electricity therefore to ensure uninterrupted power and avoid overloading a shared circuit they should be on their own Dedicated Electrical Circuit. Dedicated Electrical Circuits prevent the overloading and overheating of a multi-use circuit.
How do I know if I need a Dedicated Circuit installed?
- An appliance or piece of equipment has a motor
- The equipment or appliance is used to heat, freeze, or cool
- Breakers trip when an appliance or equipment is turned on
- Lights dim when the appliance or equipment is turned on
- A Dedicated Circuit is required per the manufactures instructions
Appliances that need a dedicated circuit include:
Electric Oven | Water Heater | |
Electric Stove Top | Jacuzzi Bathtub | |
Microwave | Central Vacuum System | |
Refrigerator | Pool Equipment | |
Freezer | Water Pumps | |
Dishwasher | Shop Equipment | |
Garbage Disposal | Tanning Bed | |
Washing Machine | Exercise Equipment | |
Clothes Dryer | Medical Equipment | |
Heating & Air Conditioning | Office & Data Equipment |