Testing 220 Volts
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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? © By: Dave Rongey |
220 Volt Electrical Circuit
[ad#block]Electrical Question: On a 220 volt circuit I am getting 120 between green and black and green and the red wire, is this correct?
I have a 220 swimming pool electric junction box with 4 wires: black, red, white & green ground wire. I am currently getting 120 between green and black and green and red wire. Is my wiring correct? Is my wiring damaged or crossed?
- Red 120 Power.
- Black 120 Power.
- White Neutral.
- Green Ground.
Background: Subhash, a Homeowner from Troy, Michigan.
Dave’s Reply:
Thanks for your electrical question Subhash.
Testing 220 Volt Electrical Circuit Wiring
Application: Testing Electrical Circuit Wiring.
Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced – Best performed by a Licensed Electrician.
Tools Required: Basic Electricians Pouch Hand Tools and Voltage Tester.
Estimated Time: Depends on personal level experience, ability to work with hand tools and electrical troubleshooting skills.
Precaution: Identify the circuit, turn it OFF and then Tag it with a Note before performing any wiring or inspections.
Important: Testing 220 volt circuit wiring is best performed by a qualified electrical contractor.
Testing a 220 Volt Circuit
When testing a 220 volt circuit it is normal to get a 120 volt reading from one power leg to the ground wire or to the neutral. As for any other situations about your swimming pool electrical equipment it is best for you to call a licensed electrician.
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