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A 60 Watt appliance is plugged into a 120 Volt AC outlet How much current is the appliance drawing when it is turned on?
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∙ 13y ago
Amps (current) times volts = watts. so watts divided by volts = current (Amps). i.e.- 0.5 Amps.
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Can you use a none dedicated outlet for a space heater for a short period of time?
Yes, a space heater can be plugged into any outlet. Depending on what else is drawing current on the circuit will govern whether the circuit will trip or not. If the heater is plugged in and the circuit does not trip it can be left plugged as long as it is needed. If the heater trips after a few seconds, then try another outlet.
Can an appliance that is 115 volts 15 amps be plugged into a normal household electrical outlet in the untied states?
Yes, an appliance that is 115 volts 15 amps can be plugged into a normal household electrical outlet in the Untied States of America, also available in Canada. LOL
What would happen if 12 volt only appliance was plugged into 120 volt outlet?
You'll fry it
What is an appliance cord?
An appliance cord is the power cord that must be plugged into an electric outlet before a small electric appliance such as a toaster, steam iron, hand mixer, or radio will work.
How much current is drawn when an appliance rated at 795 W is plugged into a 120 V wall outlet?
it is 795 divided by 120. <<>> The formula you are looking for is I = W/E, Amps = Watts/Volts.
What causes too much current in a 220 outlet?
The fuse is what restricts how much current you can draw from an outlet. If you have the wrong fuse you can draw more power than intended from an outlet - but only if the appliance plugged in can use it up. To get too much power out of an outlet, with a suitable appliance plugged in, then you also have to have a higher voltage in the outlet. And for that to happen, something has to be seriously wrong higher upp in the supply chain.
Why does the reset button on a wall outlet pop out when something is plugged into it?
Assume this is a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) outlet. The GFCI looks for current that is flowing to ground, in a manner that could result in electrical shock to a user. The appliance that is being plugged in could be defective, the wiring connected to the load side of the GFCI may be incorrect, or the GFCI outlet could be defective. Try using another appliance. If the GFCI holds, the first appliance is most likely the cause.
Can you use a none dedicated outlet for a space heater for a short period of time?
Yes, a space heater can be plugged into any outlet. Depending on what else is drawing current on the circuit will govern whether the circuit will trip or not. If the heater is plugged in and the circuit does not trip it can be left plugged as long as it is needed. If the heater trips after a few seconds, then try another outlet.
How many amp flow through a 2400 watt appliance plugged into a 220 volts socket?
how many amps flow thruogh a 2400 watt appliance plugged into a 120 volt outlet
Can an appliance that is 115 volts 15 amps be plugged into a normal household electrical outlet in the untied states?
Yes, an appliance that is 115 volts 15 amps can be plugged into a normal household electrical outlet in the Untied States of America, also available in Canada. LOL
What would happen if 12 volt only appliance was plugged into 120 volt outlet?
You'll fry it
Can you fix a 110volt appliance that was plugged in to a 240 volt outlet?
No, sorry but you fried it. Any voltage higher than an appliance is rated will do major damage.
What is an appliance cord?
An appliance cord is the power cord that must be plugged into an electric outlet before a small electric appliance such as a toaster, steam iron, hand mixer, or radio will work.
How much current is drawn when an appliance rated at 795 W is plugged into a 120 V wall outlet?
it is 795 divided by 120. <<>> The formula you are looking for is I = W/E, Amps = Watts/Volts.
What is flex outlet?
An appliance cable or "flex" outlet is a type of electrical outlet which is NOT a "socket outlet" to take plugs for appliances so that they can be plugged and un-plugged. An appliance cable or "flex" outlet has terminals inside it. The terminals allow the wires in an appliance cable or "flex" to be connected to the household wiring in a building. The household wiring comes from the building's main electrical power panel, which carries the main circuit breakers. The circuit breakers are fitted to protect the household wiring from catching on fire if any circuit is overloaded. Such appliance cable or "flex" outlets also have strain-relief clips. A strain-relief clip helps to prevent the cable from being yanked out of the outlet if the appliance gets moved away from the wall where the outlet is installed. Such outlets, with terminals inside and strain-relief clips, are used for fixed appliances, such as ranges or dryers, which should never have to be un-plugged during normal use of the appliance by the user.
How can electrical testing meters aid in the troubleshooting process of an appliance?
Electrical testing meters can definitely aid in the troubleshooting process of an appliance. This is because if it reads "no voltage" when plugged into the outlet, then the fuse or circuit is at fault, not the appliance.
How does the white wire on an outlet become hot?
a shorted out outlet can cause a backfeed on the white wire, an open circuit on the white wire with and electrical appliance plugged in to an outlet can cause the same type of backfeed
