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The voltage for the air compressor is needs to come from a double (two) pole breaker. The size of the breaker needs to be 250% of the full load amps of the compressor. The wire size to the compressor has to be 125% of the full load amps of the compressor.

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Should you use 14-2 or 12-2 for garage outlets and lights in Richfield mn?

The only determining factor is the size of the circuit breaker that you will be using. If the garage circuit will be protected with a 15 Amp breaker, you may use a 14 AWG wire. If the circuit will be protected with a 20 amp breaker, you must use a 12 AWG wire. Note too that garage outlets should be protected with a GFCI breaker or outlet. If you have any concerns regarding your ability to adequately design and install the garage outlets, please, for your own safety, contact a local electrician.


Do all electrical outlets in a garage need to be GFCI?

Yes, but you can feed multiple outlets from one GFCI outlet. Make the first outlet fed in the cicuit a GFCI. Search for GFCI outlet with Google, etc. and I'm sure you will find an explanantion of how. Most GFCI's come with instructions also.


Where does a GFCI go?

A Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) should be installed in areas where water is present, such as kitchens, bathrooms, outdoor outlets, and garages. It is important to have GFCIs near sinks, showers, and other water sources to prevent electric shocks.


You have 1 outlet in the garage - 1 in your bathroom and 1 exterior outlet that all stopped working - you have checked your breakers and they seem to be ok What should you do?

Your outside outlets should be connected to GFCI devices. If they are receptacles the downstream side of the receptacles is also protected. It sounds like one of these receptacles has tripped. Try resetting the bathroom one first and then check to see if the power came back on. Then try resetting the outside receptacle if it is a GFCI. The outlet in the garage is probably fed either off of the bathroom circuit or the outside receptacle.


GFI electrical outlet at the garage where the freezer hook up keeps on tripping but when plug at the electrical outlet of the garage door openner does not trip. What is mostly the problem?

Electric motors and GFI's do not get along. the initial draw to get the compressor going is usually enough to trip the GFI. Turn the breaker off and switch the GFI for a regular outlet and you will solve your problem.

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Do garage outlets need to be protected by GFCI?

Yes, garage outlets should be protected by Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCI) to prevent electrical shocks and reduce the risk of electrical fires.


How many eletrcal outlets can you have in a garage?

There is no limit as to the amount of circuits you can have in a garage. If you mean how many devices on a 15 amp single circuit breaker then the answer is 12. Be sure to total in light fixture outlets and switch boxes.


You are about to tackle adding wiring to your detached garage Can you safely have 4 outlets 2 interior and 3 exterior lights on one 120v 20A circuit?

While 7 is pushing the upper limits, the main concern should be "what will the outlets be running? If you're putting a freezer out there, it should probably be on a separate circuit. If you'll be running any high amperage equipment; again, put it on a separate circuit.


Should you use 14-2 or 12-2 for garage outlets and lights in Richfield mn?

The only determining factor is the size of the circuit breaker that you will be using. If the garage circuit will be protected with a 15 Amp breaker, you may use a 14 AWG wire. If the circuit will be protected with a 20 amp breaker, you must use a 12 AWG wire. Note too that garage outlets should be protected with a GFCI breaker or outlet. If you have any concerns regarding your ability to adequately design and install the garage outlets, please, for your own safety, contact a local electrician.


Why are my garage outlets not working?

There could be several reasons why your garage outlets are not working. It could be due to a tripped circuit breaker, a blown fuse, a faulty outlet, or a wiring issue. It is recommended to check the circuit breaker, replace any blown fuses, and inspect the outlets for any visible damage. If the issue persists, it may be best to consult a licensed electrician for further assistance.


What is a problem compressor cant fill dive tanks?

you are probably talking about a garage compressor, in which case the output of that is around 200 psi max, your scuba tank needs 3000 psi, that little compressor will get nowhere near that. not to mention the garage compressors put out wet, dirty air, nothing you want to be breathing or cycling through your marker. If you want to get a compressor that will fill that scuba it is going to cost you around $3000-$5000 for a used one.


Can sitting in a closed garage with a running car kill you?

Yes, the carbon monoxide in the exhaust can build up and poison anyone in a closed garage where the car is running. Never a good thing to do.


Do all electrical outlets in a garage need to be GFCI?

Yes, but you can feed multiple outlets from one GFCI outlet. Make the first outlet fed in the cicuit a GFCI. Search for GFCI outlet with Google, etc. and I'm sure you will find an explanantion of how. Most GFCI's come with instructions also.


How do you replace an air compressor on a 2002 Chevy K2500 truck?

You need a refrigerant recovery system so take it to a garage.


Will homeowners cover a friends vehicle running through your garage door?

Yes, It will cover your garage door, but will not cover your friends vehicle.


Where should I apply grease to my garage door?

Apply grease to the hinges, rollers, and tracks of your garage door to keep it running smoothly.


Where can I get information about garage door installation?

Any reputable company that sales garage doors would be a good start to learning more. Places like Daisy garage door openers are perhaps the most well known and distributor outlets can be found in most US cities.