Articles about 220 Volt Wiring

Scott in Washington asks: What size extension cord should I use for an electric log splitter?

James in Maryland asks: What is the difference between a FLNR 60 Fuse and a FRN-R 60 Fuse?

James in California asks: Is it code compliant to run two separate 12-2 Romex cables instead of one 12-3 for 220volt?

Rod in Oklahoma asks: I installed a tankless water heater. I put a non-fuseable disconnect between it and the breaker box. How do I wire a 60amp Siemens disconnect switch for a Tankless Water Heater?

How to Wire an Electric Dryer Cord: Electrical Circuit Requirements for an Electric Dryer. Understanding the circuit and outlet wiring for a dryer.

Can I install a 3 wire cord on a new stove and strap the neutral and ground on the stove terminals? Ground and Neutral Wiring for a 220 Volt Range.

Testing 220 Volt Electrical Circuit Wiring: On a 220 volt circuit I am getting 120 between green and black and green and the red wire, is this correct?

Can I use a voltage converter for a hot tub? My new hot tub requires 220volts and i was wondering if I could use a step up voltage converter from 110v to 220v and still work for the hot tub.

What is the right way to Ground Pools, Spas and Hot Tubs? I am installing a packaged above-ground spa. I have a 50amp breaker in my panel feeding a GFI disconnect panel near the spa.

Can I run a water heater with two elements – one takes 30 amps and the other takes 20 amps, with wiring that is two 15 amp breakers…

How to Wire a Baseboard Heater: Wiring Connections for a Baseboard Heater Thermostat, Thermostat Mounted on the Wall Heater Unit, Remote Thermostats or Wall Mounted Thermostats.

Connecting 3-Wire and 4-Wire Dryer Cords: How to Hook Up 3Wire and 4Wire Dryer Cord.

Help with Electrical Wiring for a 30 amp 3-wire Dryer Outlet: Make sure that the white wire is wrapped with black or red electrical tape at both ends of the cable to identify it as being a hot wire and not a neutral wire.

How to Wire a 220 Volt Air Compressor: With a standard 240 volt motor for equipment such as an air compressor there are only two insulated wires for the 220/240 volts and one separate wire for the ground.

Robert in Oceanside, California asks: Why is my new hot tub not working right? Why a Hot Tub Stops Working and the Breaker Does Not Trip.

What do the L1 L2 and T1 T2 wiring diagram abbreviations mean when wiring an electrical motor? L1 and L2 Motor Wiring, T1 T2 T3 T4 T5 Motor Lead Wires.