A water heater nameplate indicates 4200 watts @ 240 Volts.  What is the maximum current draw? What is the maximum size fuse or circuit breaker that should be used?

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A water heater nameplate indicates 4200 watts @ 240 Volts. 

  • What is the maximum current draw?
  • What is the maximum size fuse or circuit breaker that should be used?
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