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Why should you not plug a surge protector into an extension cord?
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∙ 15y ago
As long as you don't over load the wall socket you can have a mile's worth of extension cord.
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You can not have a miles worth of cord as the voltage drop would be so high on a #14 wire that there would not be enough voltage to run the computer. Make sure that the extension cord has a ground wire in it so that the ground wire is continuous from the receptacle to the surge protector to the computer.
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 15y agoThe surge protector might not work properly because it works from its direct source, and if it is connected to an extended source, the extension cord, the surge will get too big for the surge protector to stop the surge immediately, but the extension cord allows it to travel and cause a bigger surge.
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What size extension cord should you use for your 120 volt 1725 watt iron?
#16 <<>> To load an extension cord to 1725 watts depending on the length of the cord, the bare minimum should be #14. A better size cord and my recommendation would be a #12 wire size extension cord.
Can you plug a refrigerator into a surge protector?
If you mean that the (heavy duty) extension cord has a wire size of #14 or #12 wire in it and that the length is not over 50 feet then you will have no trouble running a refrigerator. Keep in mind that you only use extension cords as a temporary measure and that they are not to be used as replacements for permanent wiring.
What happens when you plug a GFI plug into an extension cord and plug it in to a regular outlet?
It may work but will probably surge it...power coming in from both directions
What kind of extension cord can be used for outdoors?
normaly we can use water proof extension cord
What amperage extension cord should be used for microwave?
15A should be the max needed for household versions
Can you change the power cord on a tv?
Yes if you buy a new cord for the specific model.
What is the best extension cord to use when dealing with computers and printers?
The Fellowes 6 Outlet Surge Protector is one of the best things to use with a 14 gauge three prong cord to protect equipment that you would use in your home office, i.e. (laptop, desk top computer, printer, scanner etc.
What size extension cord should you use for your 120 volt 1725 watt iron?
#16 <<>> To load an extension cord to 1725 watts depending on the length of the cord, the bare minimum should be #14. A better size cord and my recommendation would be a #12 wire size extension cord.
Is it acceptable by OSHA to plug an extension cord into another extension cord-?
You can plug an extension cord into another extension cord. A extension cord is to help make doing something easier.
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Can you plug a refrigerator into a surge protector?
If you mean that the (heavy duty) extension cord has a wire size of #14 or #12 wire in it and that the length is not over 50 feet then you will have no trouble running a refrigerator. Keep in mind that you only use extension cords as a temporary measure and that they are not to be used as replacements for permanent wiring.
What happens when you plug a GFI plug into an extension cord and plug it in to a regular outlet?
It may work but will probably surge it...power coming in from both directions
Is a 125v extension cord ok to use on a 1100w microwave oven?
Yes. It should be a 'heavy-duty' extension cord, rated for 15A or 20A .
Can you play video games when its thundering?
Yes. It is definitely harmless. But use a storm protector-extension cord thing. It saved my playstation 3 once!
When should you use a 10 gauge Extension Cord or a 12 gauge Extension Cord in construction?
When the outlet is more than 40 feet away, or when you are operating 2 or more tools from it.
What kind of extension cord can be used for outdoors?
normaly we can use water proof extension cord
What amperage extension cord should be used for microwave?
15A should be the max needed for household versions
