Articles about Electric
Adding an Electric Heater to a Home Electrical Circuit
How to Select an Electric Heater for an Existing Circuit: Can I add an electric heater that does not require a new electric circuit or wiring? Options for Installing Electric Heaters: Using an Existing Electrical Circuit, Identify the Electrical Specifications of an Existing Circuit.
Wiring a 240Volt Air Compressor
I am wiring a new air compressor. It is 240volt, 28 amps, 7.5 hp, single phase. Is #6 wire big enough?
Wiring for an Electric Range Circuit
Ben in Kansas asks; How should I wire my electric range? How to Wire an Electric Range Circuit: Electric Circuit Requirements for a Kitchen Range.
How Do I Install Electrical Wiring For A Pond Pump?
Larry in Milford, Ohio asks: How to Wire a pond pump back to house to junction box on outside foundation through wall and…
The Cause of an Electric Spark
What Causes an Electric Spark: An Explanation of Electrical Sparks and Electric Current Flow.
Furnace Thermostat Electrical Wiring
Understanding Furnace Thermostat Electrical Wiring
Electrical Question about a HVAC Unit That Trips The Circuit Breaker
How to Locate Problems with an HVAC System: Common Problems with HVAC, Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning Units
My Air Conditioner Keeps Tripping it’s Circuit Breaker
An HVAC Service Technician can provide a series of tests to see…
Electrical Requirements for Generators and Welders
I want to run my welder off a generator, can I put a plug end on the welder wire and plug the welder into my portable generator? How to Wire a Welder and Generator Plug.
Wire Connections for 3-Wire Range Cords
How are the wires connected to an electric range? Wire Connections, 220 and 240 Volt Range Cord.
Air Conditioning Circuit Breaker Trips Off
Why does my air conditioner keep tripping the circuit breaker? Problem with a air conditioning unit.
50 HZ and 60 HZ Frequency Power for Home Appliances
50 HZ And 60 HZ Frequency Guidelines: I would not advise plugging a 50 HZ microwave into a 60 HZ outlet because of the electronic circuitry, however as long as the coffee pot has a heating element only and no electronic components, then it should be fine.
How should I provide GFCI Protection for a Welder
How should I provide GFCI Protection for a Welder Circuit? GFCI Circuit Protection for a Welder Circuit.
Older Homes and Up To Standard Government Requirements
Electrical Wiring Improvements for Older Homes – I understand that there are increasing regulations to require more energy efficient building codes which require more efficient electrical equipment for new construction.
Possible Causes of Electrical Shocks
Causes of Electrical Shock from a Machine: Testing for a Electric Voltage Leak, I have been receiving electric shocks from my washing machine.
Electrical Wiring for Energy Efficient Heaters
Do energy efficient fan heaters need a special circuit? Electrical power requirements for energy efficient heaters.
