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  1. Whether you can have two microwaves running on the same circuit depends on the electrical capacity of the circuit and the power requirements of the microwaves. Here are the steps to determine if it's feasible:
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  3. 1. Check Circuit Capacity:
  4. - Identify the circuit that the microwaves will be connected to. Look at the circuit breaker in your electrical panel, and note the amperage rating (e.g., 15A or 20A). This indicates the maximum current the circuit can handle.
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  6. 2. Microwave Power Rating:
  7. - Check the power rating (wattage) of each microwave. This information is usually found on a label inside the microwave door or in the user manual. The wattage is a key factor in determining the electrical load.
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  9. 3. Calculate Total Load:
  10. - Add up the wattage of the microwaves that will be on the same circuit. For example, if you have two microwaves rated at 1,000 watts each, the total load would be 2,000 watts.
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  12. 4. Convert to Amperage:
  13. - Use the formula: Amps = Watts / Volts. For example, if the microwaves are designed for a standard household circuit (120 volts in the U.S.), you would divide the total wattage by 120 to get the total amperage.
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  15. ```
  16. Total Amps = Total Watts / 120
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  19. 5. Compare to Circuit Capacity:
  20. - Compare the total amperage to the circuit's amperage rating. If the total amperage is within the circuit's capacity (e.g., 15A or 20A), it should be safe to run both microwaves simultaneously.
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  23. Total Amps <= Circuit Amperage Rating
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  26. Keep in mind that other devices on the same circuit also draw power. If the circuit is shared with other high-power appliances, you may need to consider their load as well.
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  28. ~Written by ChatGPT.
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