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Marc,
I don't think you need an additional fuse, the 14 AWG is usually good for 15 amps so the breaker will protect the wire. The 10 AWG is good for about 30 amps. If the switch is rated for 10 amps it might hold. When a motor first starts there is an in rush current that is higher than its usual loaded current, this might tax the switch. If you have a doubt I'd suggest having the switch bring in a relay that has a higher current rating which in turn would bring power to the pump. You'd probably want to make sure that any relay you used was approved for marine use due to gas fumes. Paul "Marc" wrote in message ... I'm wiring up a 6 amp Sealand T 12 waste pump for my holding tank discharge. I have a dedicated 10 AWG branch with a terminal block in my head from my miscl. 12 volt circut off a 15 amp breaker at the panel. It is a 4' run from the terminal block to the pump and I am using 14 AWG. I want to install a keyed switch for the pump and I have a Cole Hersee 10 amp on/off ignition switch that I want to use. Question A: Is the switch appropriate? Question B: Should I fuse the leg between the terminal block and the switch? |
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