electrical - Why would replacing this 240 V outlet with a 120 V …
Jun 28, 2021 · I recently replaced a 20 A 250 V single outlet with a 20 A 125 V single outlet so that I could use it for my microwave in the kitchen. The original outlet had two gold screws and …
Range-- switching 3 prong outlet to a 4 prong outlet
Aug 22, 2023 · Is it okay to switch my range 3 prong outlet to a 4-prong outlet 50 amp as long as there is a ground wire in the 3-prong wiring? Instead of switching the plug to a 3 prong. new …
electrical - Can I use a commercial appliance in my home? - Home ...
Feb 27, 2025 · I'm hoping to install a commercial fridge in my apartment. The unit is a True T-19-HC which needs a 115/60/1 phase, 15 amp dedicated outlet. I haven't found anything concrete …
Why is there an arc when I pull a plug out of an outlet?
I notice that, on some of my (self-installed) power outlets, when I pull an appliance plug out of it, there is a small arc. This most frequently happens with an iron, which has no switch of its own …
Can I take a 220 line and convert it to a regular house outlet what ...
Jan 8, 2016 · I have a electric 220 dryer hook up in my kitchen now I want to convert it over to use for a higher grade power supply for my microwave blender and toaster without converting Any …
Confusion over 220 and 230 volt outlets - Home Improvement …
Jun 18, 2019 · Rule of thumb for home appliances: 220, 230, 240, it's all close enough not to worry about the difference. There's a good chance the actual voltage on your outlet is …
Using the outlet on an electrical stove for small appliances
Jan 21, 2018 · The outlet that is on the front panel of my electric stove is three prong and I have been using it for my coffee maker. Now because I've been looking into the wiring codes …
Outlet with power won't supply power to anything plugged in
Apr 1, 2018 · Today we came back from church and our bedroom outlet did not supply power to the tv or cable box. Breakers were fine but reset. Power tester (stick like unit that sticks into …
Adaper from 120V split receptacle to 240V outlet
Mar 20, 2024 · Adapters exist for providing 120V from a 240V receptacle, such as for powering a gas range or dryer from the original electric range or dryer outlet: Does anyone make a similar …
electrical - Can I put a 20 amp plug on a 20 amp outlet wired to a …
Nov 28, 2024 · As for the outlet which is rated 20 amp 240v should be able to handle 4400 watts. My question is, I would like to put a smart plug rated 20amps or maybe even 16amps 240v to …