Wire size for 15kW heat pump electric backup element
WEBMay 24, 2022 · In a few days our local HVAC company will replace our propane furnace with a Mitsubishi heat pump (PUZ-HA42NKA1) and ducted air handler ((PVA-A42AA7) with a 15kW backup electric unit (EH15-MPAS-LB). Submittals and installation instructions can be found on mylinkdrive.com. I'm doing the electrical …
Air Handler w-15kw heater kit, Breaker and wire size??
WEBDec 13, 2014 · Local amendments may apply. Check with your local building officials. Reply Like. beenthere. 42671 posts · Joined 2008. #6 · Dec 13, 2014. Most air handlers with 15 KW of strip heat. Can often use a 60 amp and 30 amp circuit. The 30 amp has the blower and 1-5KW heater, the 60 amp has the other 10 KW of strip heat.
10kw vs 15kw vs 20kw Heat Kit Wiring - DIY Home Improvement …
WEBFeb 12, 2019 · Upsizing is not an upgrade especially when keeping the duct sizes the same. The smaller heat kits need less airflow -> it could get very noisy with 15 or 20 kw and fan speed set accordingly; worst case, there's insufficient airflow and they cycle on limit. More capacity makes cycles shorter which reduces comfort.
15KW Electric Heat kit wiring - DIY Home Improvement Forum
WEBApr 27, 2020 · A. awilkinson82 Discussion starter. 5 posts · Joined 2020. #1 · Apr 27, 2020. I am installing an electric heat kit (EHK15AKB). It has 2 60 amp breakers labeled L1,L2,L3,L4. I have the appropriate wire ran to the unit. i am confused as to how i wire it to these breakers. I have 2 hots, 1 neutral and 1 ground wire coming from the main panel.
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WEBAug 1, 2011 · Double check the name plate. 15 KW does not sound right for a furnace. A 14 gauge wire cable (14-2 Romex) is typical for a gas or oil furnace and 55 feet is not too far for that wire size. That wire will take 1450 watts at 120 volts. Stick to your lawn watering schedule until it starts to pour.
upgrading heat strip to 15kw - DIY Home Improvement Forum
WEBJan 3, 2011 · upgrading heat strip to 15kw. I bought my house in sept and when it got cold out my electric furnace wasnt keeping the house warm. I called an hvac guy, he told me my furnace was too small for the house and I could put a bigger heat strip in. My house is 1100 sq ft and my furnace is 10kw. Its single stage 40 amp, I have a double pole 60 in the box.
Intertherm elec furnace slowly burns 60A fuses.
WEBJan 3, 2011 · The mobile home's furnace is an. Intertherm model FEB-015HA-03. rated BTU (KW) 53,000 (15.5KW) 12 years ago, when we occupied the mobile, the furnace occasionally blew one of the (main) 60A fuses, and probably had the issue previously, as there were several extra fuses in the bottom of the fuse area. So, we called a local HVAC repair, and the ...
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WEBJan 6, 2010 · I am running a 240v, 90amp, 40ft run from the box to my furnace. (Actually from my box to a 90amp disconnect then to the furnace) I want to double check on the wire size needed. I have consulted 2 electricians and the wire calculators online and have 3 answers,lol! The answers have run from 3ga to 6ga. this is a 2 wire with ground application.
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WEBNov 13, 2015 · How many KW of heater is connected to each sequencer. In reality, a 1972 electric furnace is no less efficient then a 2012 electric furnace. When posting in certain forums, knowing your location will help others give …
Wiring up air handler with 15kw heat kit. HELP
WEBJun 23, 2015 · Feed it with a 100 amp breaker. Post a brand and model number, a wiring diagram or photos of the unit. My HVAC unit also has a 15kw heat pack. I ran two separate circuits (60A/30A) and two disconnects. The label did list "single 90A" also, but I would have had to order a different connector board inside the unit.