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Only if the cable going to your well pump is a three wire. The third wire could carry the neutral and you will have 120 volts from either 240 leg to the neutral.

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How many watts does a 3 amps use in America?

On a 120 volt supply, up to 360 watts. On a 240 volt supply, up to 720 watts.


Can you put a 120 v receptacle on a 240 v circuit breaker?

No, the electrical insulation rating of a 15 amp duplex receptacle is only rated at 130 volts. The 15 amp 240 volt receptacle is rated at 250 volts. The 240 volt receptacle also has a tandem pin configuration instead of the parallel configuration of the 120 volt device. The different pin configuration is so that a 120 volt electrical device can not be plugged into a 240 voltage receptacle.


Can a 240 volt sub panel run 115 volt motor?

In Europe 240 volts is standard, so no a 115 volt motor will not work. In USA 120 volts is standard, so if your sub-panel has 120 volts, (check with voltage meter) then yes. Read carefully, To get 240 volts in a sub-panel in USA the electric company brings two (2) wires, each wire has 120 volts, 120 + 120 = 240. One of those 120 volts will run your motor. Look for the wires from the electric company and check them with your voltage meter. If this is a commercial application you will need to call an electrical contractor, power companies for commercial applications do not follow the above.


Will a 115 volt converter from 240 volts harm a 110 - 120 volt appliance?

The appliaance is designed for 110-120 v so if it is fed at 115 v that is quite OK.


Can 240 volt appliances from NZ run on 240 Volts in the US?

No, 240 volt appliances from New Zealand cannot run on 240 volts in the US. The electrical systems in these countries are different. Appliances intended for use in New Zealand are designed to operate on 230-240 volts at 50 hertz, while in the US, the standard voltage is 120 volts at 60 hertz. Using a 240-volt appliance from New Zealand in the US without a voltage converter or transformer could damage the appliance or pose a safety hazard.

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How do you switch from 120 volt to 240 volt in house?

Answer for USA, Canada and countries running a 60 Hz supply service.To operate a 240 volt load in the home you use two adjacent breakers. This will give you a voltage of 240 volts where as one breaker to neutral will give you 120 volts.


What the difference between a 120 volt and a 240 volt waffle iron?

One has an element designed to work on 120 volts, the other has an element designed to work on 240 volts.


How can I convert a 240 volt power source to a 120 volt power source using a 240 volt to 120 volt adapter?

To convert a 240 volt power source to a 120 volt power source using a 240 volt to 120 volt adapter, simply plug the adapter into the 240 volt outlet and then plug your 120 volt device into the adapter. The adapter will step down the voltage from 240 volts to 120 volts, allowing you to safely power your device. Make sure the adapter is rated for the appropriate wattage to avoid damaging your device.


Can a 240 volt appliance be used in America?

120/240 volts is the working voltage in North America.


Can 240 volt appliances be used in US?

120/240 volts is the working voltage in North America.


Can a 10-2 wire be connected to a 10-3 recepticle for a dryer?

No, the dryer needs 120 volts supplied by the neutral third wire, along with the 240 volts for the dryer element. One of the two 240 volt supply conductors is used with the neutral to supply 120 volts to the controls and the drum motor. That is why a three wire cable is needed.


Can you use a 120 volt power bar with 240 volts power supply?

No, but check the specification on the power bar to see what its maximum voltage rating is. There will be a bit of cord end cutting to get the right configuration for 240 volt equipment.


Will a 240V 60hz cooktop Summit Appliance Three Burner CR3240 work in with 220V 50hz power?

The resistive elements will work. On 240 volt 60 Hz North American ranges there are clock and timer controls. These are operated on 120 volts. That is why these ranges are fed with a three wire cable. Two hots (240 volts) and a neutral (120 volts to either "hot" leg). A 220 volt 50 Hz power supply will not have a split winding to supply the range with its 120 volt source.


What are the differences between electrical appliances operating at 120 volt vs 240 volt?

The main difference between electrical appliances operating at 120 volts and 240 volts is the amount of power they can handle. Appliances operating at 240 volts can handle more power and are often more efficient, but they require a different type of outlet and wiring compared to appliances operating at 120 volts.


Can i run a 240 volt water heater on 120 volt?

No. A water heater requires a 240 volt connection and cannot be re-wired to run on 120 volts. There isn't enough amperage in 120 volts to power the heating rods that are inside.


How many watts does a 3 amps use in America?

On a 120 volt supply, up to 360 watts. On a 240 volt supply, up to 720 watts.


Will a 240 volt meter spin if only one of the legs is powered?

If this is a consumption meter with 120/240 volts, the answer is yes.