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it wouldn't work long it would keep popping breaker and possible to cause a fire if keep reseting the breaker

110v would not be enough to power 220v. It wouldn't harm the appliance but it will not keep popping breakers. However, plugging 110v equipment into 220v outlets will destroy the appliance.

You can cause damage to the equipment, at least if there is a motor in it. The 110v will be insufficient to turn the motor, so the current passing through it will remain at the level of the startup surge (ever notice how the lights in your house dim slightly when the air conditioner compressor kicks on?). For a short duration, like a normal startup, this surge will not do any harm, but if that much current is allowed to continue coursing through the coils, they will quickly overheat.

Never let the smoke out of the motor!

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It is not recommended to rewire a 240v lamp light fitting or appliance to operate on 110v. This can be dangerous and may lead to overheating, electrical fires, or damage to the device. It is safer and more practical to use a voltage converter or purchase a new device designed to work with 110v.


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You cannot plug a 240V appliance directly into a standard 120V outlet as it can cause damage or be a safety hazard. You would need a dedicated 240V outlet and possibly a step-down transformer to safely use the appliance. It's recommended to consult an electrician for proper installation.


What happens if you transpose 240V with 110V?

Answer for USA, Canada and countries running a 60 Hertz supply service.Voltage is the pressure that electric current (amps) is pushed by. In any given circuit, wattage (power) is what is used to run an appliance. Wattage is produced by 'pushing' a given amount of current.However, the material in which the current is pushed (wire) can stand only so much pressure. If you use 240V on a 110V line, the wiring will no doubt burn.If you attempt to use house current on a 240V rated appliance, you will "over-amp" the device and damage it.If you transpose 240V with 110V and the load is inductive it will not operate. If the load is resistive then you will only get one quarter of the rated wattage if the voltage is reduced by half.I beg to differ with the statement," If you attempt to use house current on a 240V rated appliance, you will "over-amp" the device and damage it." There are many home appliances that utilize a 240 volt supply. The hot water tank, clothes dryer and cooking range to name a few.


How can you plug 2000 watts 240v into a 120v 20 amp breaker with out replacing your breaker and all the plugs on the line?

You cannot safely plug a 2000 watt 240v appliance into a 120v 20 amp breaker without risking damage or fire hazard. To use the appliance, consider installing a step-up transformer to convert the voltage from 120v to 240v before plugging it in. This will ensure the appliance operates correctly without overloading the circuit.


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Can you rewire a 240v lamp light fitting or small appliance to 110v and if so how?

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How can you convert US 120V or 240V circuit into a single phase 240V circuit to use on a European appliance?

The voltage isn't a problem, you can run 220 from your house and use that to run a European appliance, the problem is whether the appliance is dependant on line HZ. European is 50HZ and US is 60HZ. If the appliance specifies 220/50HZ, it will probably give you trouble here. If it says 220V/50 or 60HZ


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NO The radio will actually run at about 6 volts via an internal transformer. If you plug it into a 110v supply you will only produce 3 volts which is the same as trying to run it with flat batteries. The only way is to use a 110v to 240v transformer which will be rather large, cumbersome and heavy.


Can 240v coil contactor be connected to 110v supply?

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You need a dedicated circuit for that. You cannot power a 220V device off 110V.


Can a kitchen stove be on the small appliance circuit?

No, unless it's a gas range. An electric range requires 240V and 40A while a small appliance will be 120V and Max 15A.


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Running a 240V digital ballast on 110V is not advisable, as it can lead to improper functioning or damage to the ballast. Most 240V ballasts are designed specifically for higher voltage and may not operate correctly or efficiently at a lower voltage. If you need to use a 240V ballast, consider using a step-up transformer to convert the 110V supply to 240V. Always check the manufacturer's specifications before attempting to use electrical equipment outside its rated voltage.


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You cannot safely plug a 2000 watt 240v appliance into a 120v 20 amp breaker without risking damage or fire hazard. To use the appliance, consider installing a step-up transformer to convert the voltage from 120v to 240v before plugging it in. This will ensure the appliance operates correctly without overloading the circuit.