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yes, you would have to replace the single poll breaker with a 2 poll of the same trip rating. I use the word carefully often as a reminder, the circuit breaker panel is hot. If you have the luxury of turning off the main breaker, do so. It also assumed you have room for a 2 pole breaker.
Tools you will need; Flat head and/or Philips screwdriver, test light or meter, red electrical tape and wire cutters/strippers.
# With the cover carefully removed, locate the existing single poll circuit in your panel. # shut breaker off, verify with test light or meter. # Remove black wire from breaker and carefully trace back to where the wire comes into the panel. This will help you locate the paired white wire .
# Carefully remove the white wire from the neutral buss. Note: Leave the green ground wire where it is. All circuits must be grounded regardless of voltage!
# Using the red electrical (trace) tape, run a few turns of tape over the white insulation jacket to signify line 2 or another hot wire. White always represent neutral, red represents hot as does black. Note: You should repeat the trace tape step at the other end of this wire for safety.
# Neatly and carefully move new red trace wire to breaker location and pair with black. # Carefully remove existing breaker by prying the breaker up from opposite side of the screws, towards the direction of the screws.
# Carefully stab down new 2 pole breaker by first installing the foot (below the screws) of the breaker in the shoe or tab. Then carefully push the other end down over the buss bars. Note: the breaker must be in the off position. you'll get zapped other wise.
# install black wire in top screw and red trace wire in bottom screw, or match any existing 2 pole breakers in your panel. Tighten, but do not over tighten screws.
# Close up the panel flip the breaker as long as the other side is buttoned up and good luck.
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∙ 12y agoYes you can, but your wire will overheat and it may melt or cause a fire.
edited : this is not even a correct question. You must reword your question. This is like asking if I cut open an orange can i eat a piece of apple?
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∙ 11y agoYes you can but the rated wattage of the 220 volt lamp will be reduced on 110 volts.
For example say the 220 volt lamp is rated at 100 watts. I = W/E = 100/220 = .45 amps. The resistance of this 100 watt lamp is R = E/I = 220/.45 = 489 ohms. Now applying 120 volts to the lamp W = E (squared)/R = 110 x 110 = 12100/489 = 25 Watts. So you can see by reducing the voltage by half the output wattage is one quartered.
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∙ 14y agoNo 220 is twice as much voltage and even if the 110 plug would fit in the 220 outlet it would cook it.
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∙ 14y agoNot really if the 110v plug has a 110v rated appliance fitted, 220v will blow the fuse or damage the appliance, and there is a chance that the 220v will be to much for the 110v plug to handle
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∙ 13y agoYou will need an adapter assuming you're going to a country that uses 220 instead of 110. Just make sure whatever you're plugging into the 220 V outlet can handle it.
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∙ 14y agoNo
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Can you use the 220v 50hz appliances in 110v 60hz?
Depends. Some smaller stuff can usually run on both, in which case it will be printed on them. If it isn't, you can't run a 220v item on 110v.
Can you use 120V lamps in Europe by just putting in a 240V bulb and a European adapter on the plug?
If all the components are rated to 220V, yes. Keep in mind that if the appliance was designed for 110V it may arc if 220 is run through it. If you don't know the device can handle 220V, don't run it at 220V. Chances are it was manufactured cleaply and cannot handle the extra voltage.
Can i use a 220 volt ac in the basement to run branch circuits for 110 volt lighting?
Yes, you can use 220V to 110V step-down transformers for this purpose.
Is there anyway to get 220V 60hz from a 110V 50hz power supply?
It would involve some electronics work but it could be done. Might add that it could be more expensive than just buying the proper power supply. Use Use 220V 60hz motor to run 110V 50hz Generator.
Do you need to get specific transformers-converters to run a cordless telephone and halogen lights from Europe?
Yes and no. European appliances run off 220V whereas American appliances run at 110V. However, American homes are wired for both 220 and 110 volts. 220 is just only used for large loads like ovens and dryers. If you know what you are doing you can install 220V outlets and then no, you don't need voltage converters. However, this is a very big job and is not worth the expense if you only have a few European appliances. You can buy 110-220V converters for this purpose.
Can you plug a 220v deep fryer into a 110v outlet?
No. Attempting to run an appliance on insufficient voltage can cause damage to the appliance and can be dangerous. Call an electrician and get him to install a 220v plug
Can you use the 220v 50hz appliances in 110v 60hz?
Depends. Some smaller stuff can usually run on both, in which case it will be printed on them. If it isn't, you can't run a 220v item on 110v.
How can you supply 220v machine to 208v supply?
Most 220 volt equipment will work on 208 volt supply. If the machine has a resistive load then the watts output will be lower than if supplied from a 220 volt source. If it is a motor load you will find that the equipment may run a bit slower but most motors will take the lower voltage. If the machine is a plug in device, install the appropriate receptacle to match the pin configuration and plug it in. If it is a hard wire installation this should be done by a qualified person.
Can you replace the 240v plug on my 240v mitre saw with a 110v plug and run it off a 110v transformer?
Changing the plug will not change the power needed to run the saw. If the saw has a dual voltage motor then a wiring change can be done to switch the saw from 240 to 110 volts. If it is not a dual voltage system then the saw must be fed with 220 volts.
Can you use 120V lamps in Europe by just putting in a 240V bulb and a European adapter on the plug?
If all the components are rated to 220V, yes. Keep in mind that if the appliance was designed for 110V it may arc if 220 is run through it. If you don't know the device can handle 220V, don't run it at 220V. Chances are it was manufactured cleaply and cannot handle the extra voltage.
Can 110V appliances be used in 220V countries I have lighting and heating appliances which i bought while i was in the US. Now moved to India. Can i use these appliances directly with a 220V source.?
No, they will burn out. the wiring, motors and modules are built to run on and withstand 110v. There are rectifiers that you can buy to reduce the voltage to your appliances. Get ahold of a local electrician and explain the problem. I'm sure you'll be able to get some help. You can use 110v appliances in countries that use 220v, IF you have an adapter (step down transformer) ... you cannot plug them directly into the 220v source for several reasons: 1. The plugs won't match up as the power plug configurations are much different 2. The appliances will literally blow up of catch on fire if you exceed the voltage limit specified on their labels. If you have moved permanently to India and are staying there, it might be in your best interests to buy new appliances.
Can i use a 220 volt ac in the basement to run branch circuits for 110 volt lighting?
Yes, you can use 220V to 110V step-down transformers for this purpose.
Is there anyway to get 220V 60hz from a 110V 50hz power supply?
It would involve some electronics work but it could be done. Might add that it could be more expensive than just buying the proper power supply. Use Use 220V 60hz motor to run 110V 50hz Generator.
Can you run a 110v heater on 220v circuit?
No.It'll overload and fail just about immediately.It's possible - but not recommended - to run two 110 v heaters in series from a 220v circuit.
Can you run a 60hz 110V motor on 50 hz 220V with a step down transformer?
NO dear we can not rotate a 110 vlolt motor on 220,but if your voltage is 110v then y can rotate it on 50hz ,no problem,but it will rotate at lower speed, ENGR. NASEER AHMED,PAKISTAN
What do you need to do to convert a 220V waterfall picture to 110V?
You need to acquire a 110V to 220V step-up transformer. Just be sure to take into consideration the frequency of the AC voltage. I believe the UK runs at 50 hz. and the US is at 60 hz. What that means to you is that the waterfall will run faster here in the States. Also be sure that the transformer's output will match the power consumption of the device you're going to power with it. Do they make such a device? Yes, but you can also use a 220V to 110V step-down transformer in reverse. (Providing it's just a transformer.)
Do you need to get specific transformers-converters to run a cordless telephone and halogen lights from Europe?
Yes and no. European appliances run off 220V whereas American appliances run at 110V. However, American homes are wired for both 220 and 110 volts. 220 is just only used for large loads like ovens and dryers. If you know what you are doing you can install 220V outlets and then no, you don't need voltage converters. However, this is a very big job and is not worth the expense if you only have a few European appliances. You can buy 110-220V converters for this purpose.
