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Will asks:
Is it okay to install a dishwasher?s electrical outlet on the floor beneath it?

That is, directly under the dishwasher, using the type of outlet needed near a water source.

Additional Comments: Very informative. Thanks.

Dave’s Reply:
Is it okay to install a dishwasher?s electrical outlet on the floor beneath it?

That is, directly under the dishwasher, using the type of outlet needed near a water source.

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How Can I Install a GFCI outlet on a 2wire circuit that does not have a ground wire? How to Install a GFCI Outlet Where There is No Ground Wire.
Troubleshooting Electrical Outlet Problems
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Electrical Question: I recently purchased a piece of lab equipment that runs on 230v (label attached). The plug for this piece of equipment is a 6 15p.

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Ryan asks:
I recently purchased a piece of lab equipment that runs on 230V (label attached).
The plug for this piece of equipment is a 6 15P.
I do not have this type of receptacle available to plug this piece of equipment into, but I do have a 240V L14 30R receptacle available.

My question is, can I safely run this piece of equipment by purchasing a L14 30P to 6 15 20R adaptor?

Additional Comments: Thanks!

Dave’s Reply:
I recently purchased a piece of lab equipment that runs on 230v (label attached). the plug for this piece of equipment is a 6-15p. I do not have this type of receptacle available to plug this piece of equipment into, but I do have a 240v l14-30r receptacle available.

my question is, can I safely run this piece of equipment by purchasing a l14-30p to 6-15/20r adaptor?

This electrical wiring question came from Ryan in Detroit, Michigan.

Dave’s Reply:

Thanks for your electrical wiring question Ryan.

Run a Outlet

Application: Run a Outlet.
Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced – Best performed by a Licensed Electrical Contractor, or Certified Electrician.
Electrical Tools Required: Basic Electricians Pouch Hand Tools, Voltage Tester, and appropriate Safety Gear.
Estimated Time: Depends on the personal level experience, ability to work with tools, install electrical circuit wiring, and the available access to the project area.
Electrical Safety: Identify the electrical power source to the Outlet, turn it OFF and Tag with a Note before working with the electrical wiring.
Electrical Wiring Parts and Materials: Electrical parts and materials for the Outlet should be approved for the specific project and compliant with local and national electrical codes.
Electrical Codes and Inspections: Installing or changing home electrical wiring should be done according to local and national electrical codes as adopted in your specific area of Michigan. A permit and inspections may also be required.

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    Electrical Question: Firstly thank you for the tons of helpful videos posted by you. My question is how can i have separate power cords for the washer and dryer?

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    Ravi asks:
    Firstly thank you for the tons of helpful videos posted by you.
    My question is How can I have separate power cords for the washer and dryer?

    Currently my GE stackable washer and dryer combo had only one cord.
    However I understand the washer and dryer have separate circuits so in theory is it possible to separate the power input such that the washer and dryer each has it own separate power cord?

    Currently the single cord runs on 220V and I can have 2 separate 220V inputs or one of each 110 and 220V.
    The input voltage does not matter as I have access to both.
    Can you advise?

    GE Model Number: GUD24ESSMWW

    geappliances.com appliance GE Unitized Spacemaker 2 3 cu ft Capacity Washer with Stainless Steel Basket and 4 4 cu ft Capacity Electric Dryer GUD24ESSMWW

    Thanks.

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    Firstly thank you for the tons of helpful videos posted by you. my question is – how can I have separate power cords for the washer and dryer? currently my ge stackable washer and dryer combo had only one cord. however I understand the washer and dryer have separate circuits so in theory is it possible to separate the power input such that the washer and dryer each has it own separate power cord? currently the single cord runs on 220v and I can have 2 separate 220v inputs or one of each 110 and 220v. the input voltage does not matter as I have access to both. can you advise?

    ge model number: gud24essmww

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    thanks.

    This electrical wiring question came from Ravi in Sayreville, Nj, New Jersey.

    Dave’s Reply:

    Thanks for your electrical wiring question Ravi.

    Change the Wiring a Washing Machine

    Application: Change the Wiring a Washing Machine.
    Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced – Best performed by a Licensed Electrical Contractor, or Certified Electrician.
    Electrical Tools Required: Basic Electricians Pouch Hand Tools, Voltage Tester, and appropriate Safety Gear.
    Estimated Time: Depends on the personal level experience, ability to work with tools, install electrical circuit wiring, and the available access to the project area.
    Electrical Safety: Identify the electrical power source to the Washing Machine, turn it OFF and Tag with a Note before working with the electrical wiring.
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    Electrical Question: My wifes family lives in the philippines and we always send them care packages. But, when we send electrical items, they dont work because they use 220v outlets.

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    Spencer asks:
    My wifes family lives in the Philippines and we always send them care packages.
    But, when we send electrical items, they dont work because they use 220v outlets.
    How do I find a converter adapter to use American electrical appliances in the Philippines?

    All the pictures I am finding do not look anything like the outlets in the Philippines.
    I have attached a picture of the outlet if theres any way you can help me out.

    Dave’s Reply:
    My wifes family lives in the philippines and we always send them care packages. but, when we send electrical items, they dont work because they use 220v outlets. how do I find a converter/adapter to use american electrical appliances in the philippines? all the pictures im finding do not look anything like the outlets in the philippines. ive attached a picture of the outlet if theres any way you can help me out.

    This electrical wiring question came from Spencer in Henderson, Nevada.

    Dave’s Reply:

    Thanks for your electrical wiring question Spencer.

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    Application: Incorrect Voltage a Wall Outlet.
    Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced – Best performed by a Licensed Electrical Contractor, or Certified Electrician.
    Electrical Tools Required: Basic Electricians Pouch Hand Tools, Voltage Tester, and appropriate Safety Gear.
    Estimated Time: Depends on the personal level experience, ability to work with tools, install electrical circuit wiring, and the available access to the project area.
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    Electrical Question: Installing an electric car charger. There are two 12 3 with ground romex wires coming into the panel box.

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    Bill asks:
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    There are two 12 3 with ground Romex wires coming into the panel box.
    Can l parallel thos e wires, take out the 20 amp breaker, and put the wires in a 40 amp breaker?

    Additional Comments: Easy to use. Helpful.

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    Installing an electric car charger. there are two 12/3 with ground romex wires coming into the panel box. can l parallel thos e wires, take out the 20 amp breaker, and put the wires in a 40 amp breaker?

    This electrical wiring question came from Bill in Merritt Island, Florida.

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    Thanks for your electrical wiring question Bill.

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    Wiring a Stove

    Electrical Question: I have replaced all the stove top plates and they are taking forever to get hot the old hot plates either didnt get hot or would trip power and one worked perfectly i replaced them myself and wired it the same as the old ones which Were wired correctly according to the one working hotplate which was also replaced its a built in 4 plate unit pls advise i even replaced 240v 30amp two pole isolaror switch thinking it was the problem im in south africa

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    I have replaced all the stove top plates and they are taking forever to get hot the old hot plates either didnt get hot or would trip power and one worked perfectly I replaced them myself and wired it the same as the old ones which were wired correctly according to the one working hotplate which was also replaced its a built in 4 plate unit pls advise I even replaced 240v 30amp two pole isolaror switch thinking it was the problem im in south africa

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    I have replaced all the stove top plates and they are taking forever to get hot the old hot plates either didnt get hot or would trip power and one worked perfectly I replaced them myself and wired it the same as the old ones which were wired correctly according to the one working hotplate which was also replaced its a built in 4 plate unit pls advise I even replaced 240v 30amp two pole isolaror switch thinking it was the problem im in south africa

    This electrical wiring question came from Alex in Port Elisabeth South Africa, .

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    Thanks for your electrical wiring question Alex.

    Problem a Stove

    Application: Problem a Stove.
    Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced – Best performed by a Licensed Electrical Contractor, or Certified Electrician.
    Electrical Tools Required: Basic Electricians Pouch Hand Tools, Voltage Tester, and appropriate Safety Gear.
    Estimated Time: Depends on the personal level experience, ability to work with tools, install electrical circuit wiring, and the available access to the project area.
    Electrical Safety: Identify the electrical power source to the Stove, turn it OFF and Tag with a Note before working with the electrical wiring.
    Electrical Wiring Parts and Materials: Electrical parts and materials for the Stove should be approved for the specific project and compliant with local and national electrical codes.
    Electrical Codes and Inspections: Installing or changing home electrical wiring should be done according to local and national electrical codes as adopted in your specific area of . A permit and inspections may also be required.

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    How would I wire this?

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    How would I wire this?

    I sent pictures as well

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