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What allows you to safely pick up an electrical cord that is plugged in?
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The insulated jacket or outer covering allows you to safely pick up an electrical cord that is plugged in.
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Does an extension cord use power if nothing is plugged into the other end?
If there is no load plugged into the cord there will be no power consumed. The only time the resistance of the cord will come into effect is when the circuit becomes energized through the load plugged into the end of the cord.
How do you tell the difference between an indoor electrical cord and an outdoor electrical cord?
A label.
What are some uses for an electrical cord?
Electrical cord is also refered to as power cord, line cord, and main cable. Electrical cord is mainly used to connect the appliance to the main electricity supply via wall socket.
Can a microwave be plugged into an extension cord?
Yes, as long as the extension cord is rated for the load. Most microwave ovens use 1000W or more, some less. A standard two wire extension cord would be unsafe. There are, however, extension cords which have the proper gauge of wire and the necessary 3-prong outlets which a microwave would need to operate safely.
Can a 15 amp extension cord be plugged into a 20 amp breaker?
A 15 Amp extension cord can be plugged into a 20 Amp circuit. It is important that what you're extending does not require more then 10-12 Amps.
What allows you to pick up an electrical cord that is plugged in?
The insulated jacket or outer covering allows you to safely pick up an electrical cord that is plugged in.
What allow you safely pick up an electrical cord that is plugged in?
The insulated jacket or outer covering allows you to safely pick up an electrical cord that is plugged in.
What will cause a block heater cord to catch fire?
A break in the electrical wiring inside the cord - usually it is right by the male end that you are plugging in to power - so a replacement end can be put on the block heater cord ( those flames sure can startle a person ! ) After it happened to me , I always made sure that I plugged my block heater cord into my extension cord before I plugged my extension cord into the electric outlet
Is it safe to touch a extension cord while its plugged in?
Yes, it safe to touch a extension cord while its plugged in.
Why does energy keep flowing through an electrical cord even if it's connected to a power outlet?
Uh, because you left the switch on for what you had plugged in to the outlet.
Does an extension cord use power if nothing is plugged into the other end?
If there is no load plugged into the cord there will be no power consumed. The only time the resistance of the cord will come into effect is when the circuit becomes energized through the load plugged into the end of the cord.
Does the HDMI cord have to be plugged in for the ps3 to work?
Yes. The HDMI cord or HDMI plug at the PS3 end in the A/v cable allows the PS3 to have Audio and Video. How can you say a PS3 is working without Audio and Video
What is a HDMI cord?
it is a cord that lets you see what ever it is plugged into in high definition
On a appliance cord what is the conductor and insulator?
On the power cord of an electrical appliance, the only conductor you can see is the two (or three) little prongs on the very end of the cord, that get plugged into the wall. Everything else you can see is insulating material. (If it ever becomes possible to see any conductor anywhere else in the cord, then the cord is damaged and dangerous, and must be replaced.)
What was it when you were outside you went to pick up an extension cord when it felt like something smack you in the back of the head what was it and what should you do?
That was the wet extension cord giving you an electrical shock. Most exterior electrical outlets have a ground fault so you did not receive the full impact of the shock. You will be fine. Don't pick up plugged in electrical cords when they are wet, unplug them first.
How do you charge a professional powerstation ps5000m?
An electrical cord is provided for just that purpose and when plugged into an electrical outlet, the battery charging light will come on. After the unit is fully charged, the Battery Fully Charged light comes on and you can unplug from electrical outlet and use anywhere you need it.
What are some uses for an electrical cord?
Electrical cord is also refered to as power cord, line cord, and main cable. Electrical cord is mainly used to connect the appliance to the main electricity supply via wall socket.
