Can I connect a jacuzzai bath tub and the heater on the same circuit?
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It may not meet new construction codes, but it has been done if the circuit has large enough amperage and wire size. You don't give this info.
No, they must be on separate circuits. Buildings codes are there for a reason.
First step is to find out how many amps your jacuzzi draws and whether it's 120 or 240 volts. Then determine the amps/voltage of the heater bath tub. If they aren't the same voltage, it won't work.
If they are the same voltage, add up the number of amps they draw. Then go down to your circuit breaker the outlet is attached to and determine the amount of amps that circuit can handle. Typically it will be displayed right on the switch. If the number of combined amps is 20% or less than the circuit break, great! If not, stop.
If still want to power both items from one outlet, you'll need to have a circuit breaker with enough amps to power it, house wire thick enough to carry the appropriate amps, and an outlet that can handle the same amps.
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