Divine Adding A New Circuit To Breaker Box
Opening the main circuit breaker panel box and adding a circuit is actually pretty easy.
Adding a new circuit to breaker box. Connect any new circuits to the subpanel attaching the hot wire to a circuit breaker and the other wires to their respective buses. There is a great tip on stripping the wire to the right length. Installing a tandem breaker is a simple job that takes about 10 minutes.
But if at any point you re unsure how to proceed or feel uncomfortable with the project call an electrician. Adding a new circuit following is a step by step overview that shows what it takes to add a new circuit and connect it to the new breaker. Installing a new circuit with boxes cables receptacles switches and light fixtures however takes a lot more time.
Clear a knockout panel install cable clamps in the hole and feed the wires through the clamp. Installing connector running line stripping wire. If you follow our safety steps in order and to the letter you ll be fine.
But there are some safety precautions and if you ignore them you could kill yourself. Adding a new line to your breaker box.