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The earth wire would typically be connected to the metal casing of the toaster. This is to provide a safe path for electric current to flow in case of a fault, protecting users from electrical shock.

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Does a toaster use a neutral phase?

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Into what exactly would you expect it to sink?


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What would happen if you put bacon in the toaster?

Toasters are not designed to cook sausage or any other type of meat. The fat in sausage would drip on the heating elements of the toaster and cause a fire. So, in effect, you better have house insurance...


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A 6000 watt toaster oven, if one could exist, would pull 50 amperes from a 120 volt supply.The question is unrealistic, because the maximum branch current for a normal circut would be about 16 amperes, using the 80% rule, and that would produce about 2000 watts.


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Is toaster feminine or masculine in french?

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