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How to Wire A 220Volt Circuit to 110VoltElectrical Circuits Question I have a 220V outlet that is only used in the summer to run a window A/C unit. Can I tap off of this outlet to make a 110v outlet right next to it to run a small electrical heater in the winter? How do I go about this?How to Wire A 220 Volt Heater Circuit to Sub PanelElectrical Circuits Question I'm having a problem with wiring a 220 volt heater circuit. I installed a 20 amp double pole breaker in my panel, and I ran 12/2 wire with a ground to the outlet.How to Wire 220 Volt to 120 Volt CircuitElectrical Circuits Question My house originally had baseboard electric heat. We changed to gas a few years ago. There are 3 sets of double 20 amp breakers not used now, they have the tabs to join the switches.How to Wire A Range and Dryer CircuitElectrical Circuits Question I just bought a dryer without realizing that I did not have a 30 amp outlet/breaker in my apartment (I realize this was a silly oversight, yes).How to Repair Circuits Damaged By Lightning StrikesElectrical Circuits Question My house hit by lightning and a number of the circuit breakers tripped. I cannot get power to two light fixtures.How to Wire A 120 Volt Heater CircuitElectrical Circuits Question I have a heater called a Sun Twin, that states it should have a dedicated circuit. It basically claims that it is an appliance.How to Wire A Shed CircuitElectrical Circuits Question We have a new shed and would like to install an electrical circuit to it. I have added internal wiring for lights and small power tools, but the circuit breaker box I have installed in the shed is pretty jury rigged with an extension cord that makes it all pretty unsafe.How to Repair A Kitchen Circuit That is Not WorkingElectrical Circuits Question My panel has a main breaker at the top. But at the bottom it has a breaker that controls the electricity in my basement and the kitchen.How to Wire A Lincoln Welder CircuitElectrical Circuits Question A friend wants me to hook an old lincoln welder up in his shop. It can be hooked up using 220/480 volts.How to Wire A Range and Dryer CircuitElectrical Circuits Question I just bought a dryer without realizing that I did not have a 30 amp outlet/breaker in my apartment (I realize this was a silly oversight, yes).How to Wire A Refrigerator CircuitElectrical Circuits Name Bruno G Question I was wondering if the refrigerator needs to be on its own circuit or can have other outlets with it.How to Wire A Remote Circuit Monitoring SystemElectrical Circuits Question Do you know of any device that would alert me remotely if a circuit breaker has tripped? I own a restaurant and I'm seeking something that will notify me if any of my breakers trip while I'm away.How to Wire A Roof Circuit ConduitElectrical Circuits Question Do rooftop penetrations on commercial buildings need to be in rigid conduit?How to Wire A Square D Circuit BreakerElectrical Circuits Question Do they make a slim line version of a square D QO 220v 30 and 50 amp breakerHow to Wire A Storage Unit CircuitElectrical Circuits Question I have a woodworking shop set up in a storage unit and have tapped my electrical into one of two 20A GFI circuit breakers stemming from a sub panel on my building.How to Wire A Swimming Pool CircuitElectrical Circuits Question I have a 200A main panel which is fully utilized. I recently put in an in ground swimming pool and a finished basement - so I put in a main lug 20 circuit 100A panel downstream to service my pool and basement.How to Wire A Tanning Bed CircuitElectrical Circuits Question I am hooking up a tanning bed. According to the instructions, It operates from a 220 AC source.How to Wire A Washer and Dryer CircuitElectrical Circuits Question Bought front load washer and dryer and because of the doors swings, placement is opposite from original layout.How to Repair A Water Heater and Oven Circuit Feedback ConditionElectrical Circuits Question Hi Dave, I recently went from a gas range to an electric wall oven. It is a Maytag 3.6kW@240V that I bought used.How to Wire A Water Heater Time Clock CircuitElectrical Circuits Question I wired a timer switch for my 220v hot water heater, it only had 1 ground 1 line 1 load terminal.How to Repair A Water Heater Tripping Circuit BreakerElectrical Circuits Question Hi Dave i have a hosrstmann economy 7 quartz water heater and every time i switch it on the whole house trips,is there anything i should be checking or should i call in an electrician? I'm concerned that i may be wasting his time if it might be something straight forward,your advice would be much appreciated.How to Wire A Microwave Oven CircuitElectrical Circuits Question I'm wiring approximately 30 feet of wire for a circuit underneath my house .Should I use 12-2 or 10-3 due to the length Thanks- Mike M.How to Wire A Microwave Oven CircuitElectrical Circuits Question I'm wiring approximately 30 feet of wire for a circuit underneath my house .Should I use 12-2 or 10-3 due to the length Thanks- Mike M.How to Wire Workshop Electrical CircuitsElectrical Circuits Question I'm installing a #4 wire for the circuit to my workshop about 100 feet away from the house and I'm planning on using #8 solid copper for my ground. |
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The Safest Way to Test Electrical Devices and Identify Electric Wires!The Non-Contact Electrical TesterThis is a testing tool that I have had in my personal electrical tool pouch for years, and is the first test tool I grab to help identify electrical wiring. It is a Non-contact tester that I use to easily Detect Voltage in Cables, Cords, Circuit Breakers, Lighting Fixtures, Switches, Outlets and Wires. Simply insert the end of the tester into an outlet, lamp socket, or hold the end of the tester against the wire you wish to test. Very handy and easy to use.
The Quickest Way to Check for Faulty Electrical Wiring!The Plug-In Outlet TesterThis is the first tool I grab to troubleshoot a problem with outlet circuit wiring. This popular tester is also used by most inspectors to test for power and check the polarity of circuit wiring. It detects probable improper wiring conditions in standard 110-125 VAC outlets Provides 6 probable wiring conditions that are quick and easy to read for ultimate efficiency Lights indicate if wiring is correct and indicator light chart is included Tests standard 3-wire outlets UL Listed Light indicates if wiring is incorrect Very handy and easy to use.
Strip Off Wire Insulation without Nicking and Damaging the Electric Wire!The Wire Stripper and Wire CutterMy absolute favorite wire stripping tool that I have had in my personal electrical tool pouch for years, and this is the tool I use to safely strip electrical wires. This handy tool has multiple uses: The wire gauges are shown on the side of the tool so you know which slot to use for stripping insulation. The end of the tool can be used to grip and bend wire which is handy for attaching wire onto the screw terminals of switches and outlets.. The wire stripper will work on both solid and stranded wire. This tool is Very Handy and Easy to Use. |
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