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Home Appliances
From coffee grinders to walk-in refrigerators, home appliances are all around our homes. This category deals with any of the special tools around our homes that make life a little easier.
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Lint is typically made of tiny fibers that shed from clothing, towels, or bedding during the washing and drying process. It is composed of a combination of natural fibers like cotton or wool as well as synthetic fibers like polyester or rayon.
What happens if you run propane through a natural gas furnace?
I would be verycareful playing about with gas heaters without the appropriate knowledge. different types of gas heaters have different hardware associated with them. You run a definite risk of blowing your self or worse your family to kingdom come.
How does the electric motor function?
An electromagnet is the basis of an electric motor. You can understand how things work in the motor by imagining the following scenario. Say that you created a simple electromagnet by wrapping 100 loops of wire around a nail and connecting it to a battery. The nail would become a magnet and have a north and south pole while the battery is connected.
Now say that you take your nail electromagnet, run an axle through the middle of it and suspend it in the middle of a horseshoe magnet as shown in the figure below. If you were to attach a battery to the electromagnet so that the north end of the nail appeared as shown, the basic law of magnetism tells you what would happen: The north end of the electromagnet would be repelled from the north end of the horseshoe magnet and attracted to the south end of the horseshoe magnet. The south end of the electromagnet would be repelled in a similar way. The nail would move about half a turn and then stop in the position shown.
You can see that this half-turn of motion is simply due to the way magnets naturally attract and repel one another. The key to an electric motor is to then go one step further so that, at the moment that this half-turn of motion completes, the field of the electromagnet flips. The flip causes the electromagnet to completeanother half-turn of motion. You flip the magnetic field just by changing the direction of the electrons flowing in the wire (you do that by flipping the battery over). If the field of the electromagnet were flipped at precisely the right moment at the end of each half-turn of motion, the electric motor would spin freely.
Why are air conditioning vents always found in ceilings?
Ceiling vents are popular as they distribute cool air evenly throughout a room, allowing it to mix and circulate effectively. Placing vents in the ceiling also helps prevent drafts and ensures efficient cooling by taking advantage of the natural airflow patterns in a room.
When was ceiling fan discovered?
The ceiling fan was invented in the 1860s by American inventor Philip Diehl. He adapted the design of the popular mechanical fan to be mounted on the ceiling, providing a more efficient way to circulate air in a room.
Well, i'm pretty sure that it is not something you would want to ingest, but i'm also fairly confident that it won't killyou, but if you did ingest it, I would get help immediately.
What common properties do solution have?
Solutions are typically homogeneous mixtures composed of a solute dissolved in a solvent. They have uniform composition and properties throughout. Solutions can be formed with various combinations of substances, exhibiting characteristics like conductivity, color, and pH that are determined by the components involved.
On average, a full wash cycle in a whirlpool heavy duty super capacity plus washing machine can take anywhere from 30 to 60 minutes. This may vary depending on the selected wash settings, water temperature, and size of the load.
Can you plug a 120 240 volt appliance into a 125 250 volt outlet?
To get the actual household voltage range figures for your locality it is best to ask a local licensed electrician or your local electricity supply company. As long as your appliance has a rating plate, user guide - or has similar information printed on its body - which says it was designed to run on a range of voltages from 120 to 240 volts ac, you can plug it in.
In the US, Canada and other countries which use a similar 60 Hz alternating current system, circuits for lighting and low-power appliances run at 120 volts plus or minus 10%, in which case the voltage range could be from 108 Volts to 132 Volts.
In countries in Europe and other world areas which use 230 volts 50 Hz alternating current system, circuits for lighting and low-power appliances now run at 230 volts plus 10% or minus 6%.
Thus the mains supply voltage will remain within standards even if it varies between an upper limit of 253 volts and a lower limit of 216.2 volts.
How do you change from LP dryer to gas dryer?
For installation of any gas-powered appliances you should always call an experienced gas technician who holds a license to do the work.
Improper installation can result in gas leakage, fire, explosion, serious injury and death.
Always follow the recommendations of the dryer manufacturer.
It's a good idea when working indoors with any gas appliance to set a fan in the work area. This hastens ventilation in case of a minor error. Once the gas lines are connected, the gas restored and the fan switched off, a gas smell usually indicates a very recent problem, ie, you have a leak.
There are three separate connections to be made on a gas dryer.
1. The gas connection. Always use a NEW flex line hose, available at home improvement stores or wherever dryers are sold. Wrap the male threads with Teflon tape to insure a tight seal. Gently and snugly tighten the two ends of the flex line to the gas stub out in the wall and the dryer.
2. Spray soapy water onto the gas flex line connections to check for gas leaks. The appearance of growing bubbles indicates a leak. Repeat step one if necessary.
3. The exhaust duct. Secure the large foil hose to the duct in the wall with a large screw ring and do the same with the other end to the dryer. Take care not to puncture the foil hose or heat and dryer dust will vent inside the room.
4. Plug the power cord into the electrical outlet.
5. Turn the dryer on to a heat setting and check for adequate heat in the clothes compartment.
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As always, if you are in doubt about what to do, the best advice anyone should give you is to call a licensed electrician to advise what work is needed.
Before you do any work yourself,
on electrical circuits, equipment or appliances,
always use a test meter to ensure the circuit is, in fact, de-energized.
IF YOU ARE NOT ALREADY SURE YOU CAN DO THIS JOB
SAFELY AND COMPETENTLY
REFER THIS WORK TO QUALIFIED PROFESSIONALS.
Why do gas dryers cause more fires than electric dryers?
The main risk of fire from home dryers (and commercial dryers for that matter) is from the accummulation of LINT inside the ductwork.
Gas dryers vent through the same pipe as the lint, and the gas flame provides a source of ignition. As a result the risk of fire with a gas dryer is much higher than an electric dryer, according to the nfpa.
Electric dryers can still cause fires, but the vent has to be significantly obstructed before enough heat is generated to start a fire. The extended drying times that result from an obstructed vent usually cause people to get the dryer repaired before it reaches the point it could start a fire.
What is the difference between an electric dryer and an electric steam dryer?
None of the above. Please don't get trapped in that mindset that you must have an appliance to dry your clothes. For one thing, a dryer, gas or electric, beats the crap out of your clothes! Yes they give it a nice, easy, gentle name.....they call it "tumbling" but really it's beating the crap out of your clothes. Look at the lint that comes out of the lint trap next time you clean it. That was part of your clothes. How many times do you think you can do this to your clothes? Soon there will be nothing left of them, maybe you can knit a sweater from the lint you have collected.
Folks, the best clothes dryer in the world is a piece of rope and some wooden spring clamps (clothespins) I would suggest hanging your clothes in a shaded area, as direct sun will fade colors over time. You can also hang them inside, like in the basement, or a spare bedroom. Your clothes will not dry as fast as with a dryer, of course, BUT..... after the initial cost of the rope and clothespins, it is free. There's your efficiency that you are wanting, right there! In the winter you are already heating the air in your home, and the moisture from the clothes is usually much needed. A clothes dryer is one of the biggest energy-suckers you have in your home, and then what happens to all that hot and moist air??? it gets blown outside of course. But that is another discussion topic.
Do yourself a big favor, and air dry your clothes, they will last longer, and you will save a heap of money. yes, it may be inconvenient at times, but a great man once said, "In order to conserve, we must be inconvenienced to some degree."
Now to answer your question properly, that is, if electric or gas are the only allowed answers, and by "most efficient" you don't mean least expensive, In both cases, efficiency is affected by airflow, or lack of airflow. Keep the filters clear of lint. One by-product from the combustion of liquified petroleum (propane) is water.... moisture.... so just from burning the gas to make heat your are taking away some of the hot air's ability to absorb moisture. in that regard, gas is less efficient, but just to a slight degree. Electricity is 100% efficient at the point of use, your home, but one must think about, how efficient was the electric plant that produced the electricity... and how effieciently was this power transmitted to your home? but. i guess that is neither here nor there, since the electricity you pay for is measured as it goes into your house wiring, so the electric company in the end pays for the inefficiency of it generating and distribution network. but still, something to think about.
So to answer the question.................Electric............definitely ELECTRIC :)
Can you put an outdoor ceiling fan inside?
You can you hang an indoor ceiling fan outside under a covered porch. As long as the outside conditions remain close to what the conditions inside the home are. This means as long as it is protected from the weather e.g. rain, direct sunlight, no high humidity.
Where is the dial on a whirlpool electric water heater located to make water hotter?
First thing to do is shut the power off to the water tank. It usually will be a two pole 20 amp breaker. There will be an 8" x 8" removable panel on the side of the tank. Remove this lift the insulation and you will see a thermostat adjacent to the top heating element. A pointer on a movable dial will be pointing at the temperature setting for the tank now. Move this pointer to the new temperature that you want. The setting should be at 140 degrees F for best efficiency. This temperature is good for dishwashers and remember if you have to add cold water to the hot to use, then you are wasting money.
Can a gas dryer be converted to an electric one?
For a gas dryer in the US you will need a 120 volt outlet to plug into. The old electric dryer was 220 volts so that outlet cannot be used as it is currently. Second, you will need to have a gas line run to the site of the new dryer. That should be it.
How do you convert a GE profile range from propane to natural gas?
Go to your local hardware store and ask for an orifice to convert your stove from natural gas to propane. I am sure a salesperson will tell you how to install it if it doesn't come in a package with instructions.
Your outside solar light works inside in a dark room but not outside?
If the solar light works inside in a dark room but not outside, it may be due to insufficient exposure to sunlight outdoors. Ensure the solar panel is placed in a spot that receives direct sunlight and is not obstructed by shadows or debris. Additionally, check the battery to see if it needs replacing as it may not be holding a charge for outdoor use.
Can you plug your 110 volt appliance into a 240 volt outlet?
In general the answer has to be: "Not if it has been designed and wired to run only on the 60 Hz mains frequency system that is used in USA, Canada and elsewhere."
The mains frequency in Europe and other 230 volt areas is 50 Hz (cycles per second) compared to 60 Hz in US, Canada and other 120/240 volt areas. Some 60 Hz appliances will work fine but others with simple motors will run too slow on the lower frequency of 50 Hz.
However the most important difference is how the Neutral wire is connected:
240 volt 50 Hz service
A 240 volt 50 Hz appliance can have up to 3 wires altogether:
- one single 240 volt "live" or "hot" wire;
- a neutral wire;
- a safety "earth" or "ground" wire but this is not required if the appliance is of the type known as "double insulated".
The hot wire feeds alternating voltage from the power station to the load and, because the voltage is alternating, the load draws an alternating current. Then the neutral wire returns the current to the power station to complete the circuit.
240 volts 60 Hz service
An appliance that is designed to be connected to strictly 240 volts 60 Hz is connected with only a two wire cable plus a safety ground wire. (For example 240 volt 60 Hz base board heaters use that.)
The only time a cable with three wires plus safety ground is used is if 120/240 volts is needed in the equipment. (For example kitchen ranges or washing machines which have time clocks or programmers that require only a 120 volt feed.)
Thus an appliance designed to run on a 240/120 volt 60 Hz supply can have up to 4 wires altogether:
- two 120 volt 60 Hz live "hot legs" which run in opposing phase to one another: when one hot leg goes "+" (120 volts positive) the other leg goes "-" (120 volts negative);
- a neutral wired as a "central" common current return conductor:
- a safety "ground" wire but this is not required if the appliance is of the type known as "double insulated"..
One of the two hot wires feeds a 120 volt alternating voltage from the power station to the 120 volt load - the clock or programmer - and, because the voltage is alternating, that load draws an alternating current. Then the neutral wire returns the current to the power station to complete the circuit.
Important conclusion
There is a 240 volt voltage difference between the neutral and the hot conductor in the 50 Hz system and only a 120 volt voltage difference between the neutral and each of the hot conductors in the 60 Hz system.
That is why an appliance designed to be connected onto the 60 Hz system cannot be used safely on the 50 Hz system without first having a proper technical inspection done, followed by any necessary modification work done to ensure that the appliance can be operated safely because, in the main breaker box, at the point where the 50 Hz "neutral" gets connected to the ground, this difference will cause serious problems!
A licensed electrician or electrical engineer would be able to consider whether or not a particular large appliance, that was manufactured to work on 60 Hz-only, could be modified to run safely at the lower 50 Hz frequency. However it won't usually be worth the expense of doing the work because it would be more cost-effective to buy (new or secondhand) an equivalent large appliance designed to work on 50 Hz.
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The neutral is never connected to ground inside European appliances. In most countries in Europe, appliances have to deal with the fact that the plug can be turned over --- that is, the users don't need to know which conductor is hot and which is neutral. (There are some exceptions, such as the UK's standard 13A 3-pin plug with square pins, but generally this is the case.) Therefore, European appliances are designed to operate with 230V between ground and *either* of the other two wires. Similarly, American 240V appliances are designed to operate with 120V between neutral and *either* of the two "hot" wires. The ground wire is there simply for safety reasons. Also, provided it was designed to work on a wide range of supply voltages, most equipment should work fine using either 50 or 60 Hz, but there could be speed differences with some motors. The city of Los Angeles, by the way, changed from 50 Hz to 60 Hz when the Hoover Dam opened, and that part of the country joined the rest of the national grid. Mostly clocks had to be thrown away.. most other things worked just fine. Of course it was a while ago...
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A licensed electrician or electrical engineer would be able to consider whether or not a particular large appliance, that was manufactured to work on 60 Hz-only, could be modified safely to run at the lower 50 Hz frequency. However it won't usually be worth the expense of doing the work because it would be more cost-effective to buy (new or secondhand) an equivalent large appliance designed to work on 50 Hz.
Further information which may be useful to mention here but is not part of the answer to this question:
Some 120 Volt appliances, such as electric shavers, etc., have been designed to run safely on different supply voltages and frequencies. If that is so, it would be stated on their rating plates.
In many cases, where the power needed is low, such as (say) less than 30 Watts, a cheap and simple "International Travel Socket Adapter" is all that is needed to make such a 120 Volt appliance plug-in and work. Many international airports have shops selling such adaptors.
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As always, if you are in doubt about what to do, the best advice anyone should give you is to call a licensed electrician to advise what work is neede.
Before you do any work yourself
on electrical circuits, equipment or appliances,
always use a test meter to ensure the circuit is, in fact, de-energized.
IF YOU ARE NOT ALREADY SURE YOU CAN DO THIS JOB
SAFELY AND COMPETENTLY
REFER THIS WORK TO QUALIFIED PROFESSIONALS.
What is the color code for the wires in electrical cords?
red = positive black or blue is negative and green and yellow = earth
In the USA, black is considered L1 (or load 1). Red is considered L2 (or load 2). White is considered neutral, and green is considered ground or earth.
White can sometimes carry the L1 or load, as in a return from a switch. Normally an electrician places an identifier on the white wire to note that it is carrying load.
How are electric stove elements cleaned?
To clean electric stove elements, make sure they are turned off and cool. Remove them from the stove if possible. Wipe the elements with a damp cloth or sponge to remove food residue. For tougher stains, mix baking soda with water to form a paste, apply it to the elements, and scrub gently before wiping clean.
Looking at a ceiling fan which way is clock wise?
If you are looking up at the fan clockwise will be to the right.
people make there own answer they might not be right so don't believe them
How does a generator damage electronics?
Generators can damage electronics due to electrical surges or fluctuations in voltage and frequency. If a generator is not producing stable power output, it can cause sensitive electronic devices to malfunction or fail. It's important to use a generator with proper voltage regulation and surge protection to prevent damage to electronics.
When does the refrigerator consumes more energy?
One published estimate said that 7% of America's residential electricity goes into refrigerators. Kitchenaid says that their 25 cu. ft. model uses 612KWhr per year. The US nationwide average electricity usage is 11,000 KWhr, so the nice big Kitchenaid would take about 5.5% of the home's power usage.
What cable is needed to go from a generator to the electrical supply?
The cable that is used to connect from the generator is based on the size in kW's of the generator and the generator's breaker size rated in amps. It usually is a flexible cab-tire 4 wire cable if the generator is a portable type. If it is a stationary generator is has to be wired with a flexible conduit so as not to transmit vibration from the generator to the conduit system.
How is 220v water heater rewired to 110v?
To rewire a 220V water heater to 110V, you would need to change the heating element to one that is compatible with 110V. You would also need to adjust the wiring connections in the water heater to accommodate the lower voltage. It is recommended to consult a qualified electrician to ensure proper and safe rewiring of the water heater.
