What is the amp rating null

I'm sure the official Amp rating is higher because a circuit needs to provide more Amps than an appliance draws to follow electrical codes. I purchased a 12,000 BTU unit and measured the draw using a Kill-A-Watt meter. When the compressor kicks on, the Amps peak at just under 12 Amps. When the unit is running with the fan on high and the compressor on, it stays between 6.5-7.5 Amps.

According to the Frigidair web site this unit draws 8.7 amps when cooling.

Good Morning John, thank you for your question! The air conditioner will draw at least 15 amps of energy for proper operations. Hopefully this information is helpful to you. –Thanks!-

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I'm sure the official Amp rating is higher because a circuit needs to provide more Amps than an appliance draws to follow electrical codes. I purchased a 12,000 BTU unit and measured the draw using a Kill-A-Watt meter. When the compressor kicks on, the Amps peak at just under 12 Amps. When the unit is running with the fan on high and the compressor on, it stays between 6.5-7.5 Amps.
Answered by brorob 9 years ago
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According to the Frigidair web site this unit draws 8.7 amps when cooling.
Answered by Anonymous 9 years ago
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Good Morning John, thank you for your question! The air conditioner will draw at least 15 amps of energy for proper operations. Hopefully this information is helpful to you. –Thanks!-
Answered by FrigidaireSupport 9 years ago
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Answered by Shorty 9 years ago
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