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No, a watt is a watt, the voltage only changes the wire size. The power company bills you based on kilowatt hours. 1hp = 746 watts, no matter what the voltage.

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How do you convert 110 volt outlet to 115 or is there an adapter?

No adapter is needed, 110 and 115 volt are interchangeable.


Can you plug a V into a V?

can you plug a 115 volt into a 110 volt


How do you tell if a motor is 115V or 230V?

First and foremost you should look at the nameplate. If the nameplate is unreadable then you will do no harm plugging it into a 115 volt supply. If the motor looks like it is running at full speed then it is a 115 volt motor. If you plug it in and it looks like the shaft is turning at about half speed then it is a 230 volt motor. If the motor is running slow don't leave it plugged in for more that 15 seconds. Find a 230 volt supply and plug it in, it should run at the right speed. If you have a shaft tachometer use it on the end of the shaft to get an accurate rotation speed. The above prompted comparison with another motor, with the same RPM rating, allowing a simple feel of the shafts for a close speed match. The help is appreciated.


How do you convert a 230 volt motor to 115 volt?

The wiring instructions for wiring a dual voltage motor are on the underside of the lid of the motors junction box. If it is not there look on the Internet for winding dual voltage motor connections.


How can i change my 115 volt electrical motor so i can hook up 230 ... the motor is made to take 115 vor 230 and it is now set up for 115 volts?

The instructions will be on the nameplate or inside the cover where the terminations are made. The leads will be marked with numbers which must be hooked up like they are shown on the wiring diagram. A dual voltage motor has windings that are hooked up in series for 220 and in parallel for 110. Sometimes the diagram will state "high" or "low"

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Can 115 volt be used in 110 plug?

115 Volt and a 110 Volt can be treated as the same thing. The electrical voltage supplied from your electric company is not exact and can be 120 Volt + or - 10%.


How much current will a 15 hp single phase 220 volt fan motor draw?

The wiring should allow for 115 amps.


How do you convert 110 volt outlet to 115 or is there an adapter?

No adapter is needed, 110 and 115 volt are interchangeable.


Can you use a 115 volt air conditioner into 110 volt?

Yes the 115 volts you read is just the maximum it will handle.


Can you plug a V into a V?

can you plug a 115 volt into a 110 volt


Can a 120 volt game be played in a car that is equipped with 115 volt?

yes, most 115 volt devices will work with any voltage from 100 to 130 volts with no problem.


How do you tell if a motor is 115V or 230V?

First and foremost you should look at the nameplate. If the nameplate is unreadable then you will do no harm plugging it into a 115 volt supply. If the motor looks like it is running at full speed then it is a 115 volt motor. If you plug it in and it looks like the shaft is turning at about half speed then it is a 230 volt motor. If the motor is running slow don't leave it plugged in for more that 15 seconds. Find a 230 volt supply and plug it in, it should run at the right speed. If you have a shaft tachometer use it on the end of the shaft to get an accurate rotation speed. The above prompted comparison with another motor, with the same RPM rating, allowing a simple feel of the shafts for a close speed match. The help is appreciated.


How do you tell if your well pressure switch is bad?

If it's bad, the pump motor will not start. It can be checked with a volt meter. You should have either 115 volts or 230 volts in and the same going to the motor.


How do you convert a 230 volt motor to 115 volt?

The wiring instructions for wiring a dual voltage motor are on the underside of the lid of the motors junction box. If it is not there look on the Internet for winding dual voltage motor connections.


Can you plug a computer into a 115 volt outlet?

Yes


How do you get fire on 115 hp 1996 evinrude motor?

How to get fire on a 115 hp 1996 evinrude motor?


How can i change my 115 volt electrical motor so i can hook up 230 ... the motor is made to take 115 vor 230 and it is now set up for 115 volts?

The instructions will be on the nameplate or inside the cover where the terminations are made. The leads will be marked with numbers which must be hooked up like they are shown on the wiring diagram. A dual voltage motor has windings that are hooked up in series for 220 and in parallel for 110. Sometimes the diagram will state "high" or "low"