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Ideally an overload relay should be set above maximum load by some small amount, but below the capability of the electrical circuits being protected. For example, breakers in your home are designed for overload protection; typical home wiring is 14 awg - 12 awg. If you have a 14 awg wire (good for 15A), you may install a 10A breaker, but if needed could install a 15A breaker depending on codes. A 20A breaker would not provide overload protection since it is too big. It would provide fault protection.

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