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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.
5,325 Questions
Is there a diffeence between LP gas and propane?
LP gas and propane are often used interchangeably to refer to the same thing: liquefied petroleum gas. Propane is a type of LP gas, which also includes butane and other similar gases, but in common usage, propane is the most widely recognized and used form of LP gas for household and commercial applications.
Why is the refrigerator cold at bottom and warm at top?
This temperature difference in a refrigerator is due to the way the cooling system is designed. Cold air sinks, so the bottom of the refrigerator, where the vents are usually located, is cooler. Meanwhile, the top shelves are warmer because they are farther away from the cooling source and are impacted by warm air that rises.
How do you replace burglar alarm battery?
If you're relatively handy, this is not a difficult task. The hardest part will be opening the enclosure the control panel sits in.
A typical residential burglar alarm will have a main CPU or control panel usually located in a closet. Depending on the brand, it will be securely closed with a lock or screws. In either case you'll have to get it open. Unscrew, pick the lock, drill the lock, etc. Once inside, you'll see two wire leads (usually RED and BLACK) connected to what looks like a brick shaped object. Sometimes it'll be rectangular and other times it'll be almost cube like. That will be the battery. Carefully pull the two leads off of it, go to your nearest source for specialty batteries (batteries plus?) and purchase compatible model. If the alarm system is disarmed, the beeping will go away after your replace the battery and it charges to capacity. The most important factor will be the size of the connectors and the voltage of the battery (usually 12V). It does not have to be the same brand.
What energy does a washing machine use?
A washing machine typically uses electrical energy to power its motor, control panel, and heating element (if applicable). Some washing machines may also use water and detergent as sources of energy to clean and rinse the clothes.
What is the mains voltage in Cyprus?
The mains voltage in Cyprus is 230 volts at a frequency of 50 Hz.
If the water dispenser is not working but the ice maker is, there may be an issue with the water supply to the dispenser. Check if the water line is kinked, blocked, or frozen. Also, make sure the water filter is not clogged and needs replacement. If these steps do not resolve the issue, it may be a problem with the dispenser mechanism itself, and you may need to consult a professional for repair.
Where does air flow into a convector heater?
Air flows into a convector heater through vents or grilles located near the bottom of the unit. This air is then heated by the heating element inside the convector heater before being released back into the room.
When was the front load washing machine invented?
The front load washing machine was invented in the early 20th century, with the first commercially available models appearing in the 1950s. Throughout the years, the design has evolved to be more energy and water-efficient compared to traditional top load washers.
Is it dangerous to put plugs in wall sockets when they are switched-on English sockets?
This question may be asking if it is safe to plug things into mains wall sockets if they have been left switched on with nothing plugged-in, and if it is safer to plug things in only after the sockets have been switched off? If, and only if, that is the meaning of this question, the answer is probably:
It should not be dangerous to plug something into a switched-on socket but it is always a good idea - and safer - to switch off any socket before you plug anything into it.
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The hazard is not in the plugging-in, but may arise from the appliance itself, if it starts unexpectedly.
How do you use appliance dolly?
There should be instructions found somewhere on the dolly but if not then here goes. Have two people perform this. Tip the appliance just enough so that you can fit the plate at the bottom of the dolly under the appliance. Make sure that the dolly is on the side of the appliance that will allow it to fit through any doorway. Once the plate on the dolly if fully under the appliance and the dolly is snug against the appliance, hook the strap around the appliance and back into the the ratchet. The strap is very, very important! Ratchet the strap until it holds the dolly tight to the appliance. Here is where some common sense comes into play. Are you strong enough to tip the appliance towards you and balance it on the dolly as you push or pull it where you want it to go? If the answer is no or you are not sure then you need to find someone that can. Many people have been crushed or injured by having a refrigerator fall on them. If you have any doubts, call someone.
Which wires are hot for 240 volt AC household power supplies?
The Red wire is one phase leg "hot" and the Black wire is the other phase leg "hot" for standard 240 Volt household power supplies.
Using a voltmeter to measure ac (alternating current) voltage, from the Red "hot" wire to the White (Neutral) wire should measure about 120 Volts and from the Black "hot" wire to the White (Neutral) wire should also measure about 120 Volts. From Red to Black should measure about 240 Volts. A Green-insulated or Bare copper wire is the protective Ground wire. <><><>
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.
Can you wire your water heater and dryer to the same breaker?
Under no circumstances should you do this.. for one they probably have different power requirements, but also they are high current devices, and by code MUST be put on separate branch circuits
The white (common lead) goes on the round or "L" connector. The red and black go to the two straight pins. <><><> Your "new" range can also be wired for 4 prong cord. remove the electric cord cover and unscrew the 3-prong cord. Install the 4-prong by removing the copper grounding strap from the center terminal, if installed. Both the hot leads, red and black, go to the outside terminals. Then the ground wire goes to the green ground screw and the neutral white wire goes to the center terminal. <><><> You have to change the receptacle to accept a 4 prong then you have to have new cable type 6-3 with ground because your new range has to have separate neutral and ground wires. <><><> The difference between the 3 and 4 prong 240V outlets is the addition of a ground wire. BEFORE YOU DO ANYTHING, TURN OFF THE POWER!!! Definitely use the 4 prong if you can. The new plug will have the following connections: Black or Red wire, connected to the two brass colored screws = Hot. There are two of them and if you were to plug it in and test the voltage on the plug between the two brass colored screws you would detect 240 (+/= a few) volts. White wire, connected to the silver colored screws = neutral. Technically, the neutral wire is the center-tap of the transformer that is outside your house. If you can't see it, i may be underground or it may be on a power pole somewhere nearby. Probably not more than a few hundred feet from your home. Green wire: connect to a green screw or another brass screw that is usually off to the side or somehow marked as "ground". The ground wire (according to the national electrical code) is SUPPOSED to be connected to a rod that is driven about 5 ft into the ground somewhere near your electric meter base in back of your home, but older homes often don't have one. <><><> To connect the newer 4 prong plug: BEFORE YOU DO ANYTHING, TURN OFF THE POWER!!! 1. Make sure you have a good ground wire connected to a grounding rod at your home. If not, have someone run one for you and rewire your breaker panel to make use of the ground wire. DO NOT connect to the water pipes. That is an old practice that was used for many years but electrolysis causes water pipes to rust and break down. 2. Make sure you have a ground wire from your breaker panel to the range outlet box. 3. Connect the new 4 prong receptacle to the wire as indicated above. Green to ground, white to neutral (silver screw) and black or red to the brass colored screws. Then attach the receptacle to the electrical box and make sure you have an approved cover. 4. Get a range pigtail if possible so that you don't need to mess with wiring the plug. If you can't get a range pigtail, wire the range wire to the plug as described in step 3. 5. Connect the green wire of the pigtail to the range grounding screw (green). Connect the white wire to the neutral screw inside the range. Connect the two colored (black and/or red) wires to the "HOT" connections inside the range. If you feel AT ALL uncomfortable with any of these steps, get a professional. <><><> You should see a terminal block with 3 terminals. The middle terminal should be bonded to the chassis - Break that bond. Wire the terminal block Black - White - Red off your cable. Order from left to right doesn't matter, but white must be at the middle. Ground the chassis by connecting the green wire to the metal frame at a convenient point. Remember to scrape away any paint for a good metal-metal connection. <><><> 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.
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A dryer outlet is only safe to use for one purpose: to power a dryer.
Obviously you can attempt to use it for something else, such as a hot tub, but it is NOT SAFE to do it!
You could drive on the wrong side of the road but it is NOT SAFE to do it!
You could put your hand into a fire and hold it there but it is NOT SAFE to do it!
In general the reasons for saying it is not safe to use something other than a dryer on a dryer outlet are all about being sure that the circuit you will use for the hot tub has:
- the right size of wires to carry the current and
- the right size of breakers on the main supply panel to protect the hot tub - and the wiring to it - from catching fire if there is ever a malfunction.
Hot tubs are quite different to dryers: hot tubs contain water! That means you have to be sure you wire them up correctly and safely to avoid there being any kind of risk of anyone getting electrocuted. That is one reason why the hot tub has a built-in GFCI, but that cannot be relied on to protect the house from a house fire if there is a malfunction in the hot tub but the circuit breakers on the main supply panel - or the wiring feeding it - are the wrong size. The circuit breakers on the main supply panel - and the wiring feeding the outlet for the hot tub - must all be properly sized and correctly and safely installed.
As you asked this question here, the best thing you can do to be able to use your hot tub with no worries is to ask a licensed electrician for his advice. He can also quote you for installation of the correct type of outlet, wiring and 240 Volt breakers on the main supply panel to power your new hot tub safely.
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Really, don't do this one yourself. Electricity is far too dangerous to handle if you have not been trained how to do this work. If you put just one wire in the wrong place you risk being killed by electrocution or you could even start a house fire.
How to do this job depends entirely on the Wiring Codes or Regulations for the locality (Town/State) and on the exact location of the equipment you wish to install. If it is anywhere that is subject to water splashes or spray - such as in any room supplied with running water pipes, like a kitchen, bathroom, shower room, etc., or in a pool-side area - in many places nowadays it is actually illegal to attempt to do this kind of work unless you are already a licensed electrician.
The best advice anyone should give to you is to call a licensed electrician either to do the job for you or to advise you what you may be allowed to do yourself.
For more information please see the Related Questionsshown below.
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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.
Your dishwasher every time you plug it in and turn it on it trips the gfci circuit?
There could be a a ground-to-neutral fault somewhere in the appliance, its cord or its plug. For more information click on the Related Question link below.
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The breaker is not ampere rated high enough for the dishwasher. The dishwasher is miswired. There is a problem in the dishwasher electricals that told the GFCI to save your life.
How can you obtain a manual for Envira-Station DWS 220?
You can typically obtain a manual for the Envira-Station DWS 220 by visiting the manufacturer's website and looking for a support or downloads section where manuals are usually available for download. Alternatively, you can contact the manufacturer directly and request a manual to be sent to you.
Physically you won't be able to cut this wire that is in place, insert a box and re-splice it. To make a legal splice in an electrical box you have to have 6 inches of wire protruding from the box. This extra wire allows you enough length to splice with wire-nuts and add pigtails to accommodate the switch. Remember all splices in electrical wire have to be made in a junction box. Most electrical fires are started at poor connections and that is why junction boxes are used to contain a fire if it starts. <><><> As you asked this question here, the best advice anyone can give you is to check with a local licensed electrician or your local electrical safety authority to find out for sure what the wiring code in your locality (town/state) says about doing this change to your household AC wiring.
The wiring codes and regulations are much stricter in many countries these days - some codes make it illegal to do this kind of work if you are not a licensed electrician in any room area or space which is likely to get water spray or splashes, such as a bathroom, shower room, laundry, pool area or similar. : IF YOU ARE NOT ALREADY SURE YOU CAN DO THIS JOB
SAFELY AND COMPETENTLY
REFER THIS WORK TO QUALIFIED PROFESSIONALS.
If you do this work yourself, always turn off the power
at the breaker box/fuse panel
BEFORE you attempt to do any work
AND
always use an electrician's test meter having metal-tipped probes
(not a simple proximity voltage indicator)
to insure the circuit is, in fact, de-energized.
Does a vacuum cleaner need a magnet to work?
Some kind of magnet or magnetic field is necessary for a motor to operate. Alternating current vacuum cleaners (that plug into the wall) have motors with electromagnets. Direct current vacuum cleaners (that plug into the car's cigarette lighter socket) have motors with permanent magnets.
Where can I find a manual for Yamaha ef 600 generator?
http://www.Yamaha-motor.com/outdoor/service/servicehome/home.aspx
Register there for more info
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How do you access a high ceiling fan to change bulb when it is in a dual stairwell?
There are extension poles for just this purpose available at lowes and home depot. When those poles will not work for whatever reason the only thing left to do is to get up there and change the bulb, fan, or fixture whichever the case may be.
One ladder that is most useful is a 21' A frame ladder from Little Giant. It conforms to meet the demands of many interior spaces and depending on the job can be much better than transporting, setting up, and then disassembling scaffolding to reach high out or reach spaces. It is still quite large and heavy but it takes a two man crew to deal with it.
What is a Compact Fluorescent Lamp or CFL and how does it work?
A 3-way incandescent bulb works by having two separate filaments for the first two levels of brightness. For example, a 30-70-100 bulb will have a 30 watt filament and a 70 watt filament. The 3-way switch then turns on either the 30, the 70, or both - giving the 100 watts full brightness. (This is why a 3-way incandescent bulb usually burns out the most commonly used brightness level first.)
A 3-way compact fluorescent, using the same simple 3-way switch, will either have two separate fluorescent tubes, one for each of the first two brightness levels (unlikely), or it will adjust the brightness electronically through an internal voltage (or other) adjustment based on which position the 3-way switch is set at.
This is only an approximation - additional details would be interesting.
Why do Sodastreams make such loud noise?
Sodastream machines use pressurized carbon dioxide to carbonate water, which can create a loud noise as the gas is released into the bottle. The noise is typically a result of the build-up of pressure being released quickly during the carbonation process.
What would prevent a pilot from lighting at all on a gas water heater?
If a pilot light on a gas water heater fails to ignite, it could be due to a defective thermocouple, clogged pilot tube, insufficient gas flow, or a malfunctioning gas control valve. It is important to have a professional technician diagnose and fix the issue to ensure safe and reliable operation of the water heater.
What size wire in a 40 amp 220 volt circuit?
Hard to answer this question with out the load type and amperage. Depending on the type of load some wire feeders have to be increased by 25%. For a correct answer state what the three phase load is and its wattage or amperage.
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 REALLY SURE YOU CAN DO THIS JOB
SAFELY AND COMPETENTLY
REFER THIS WORK TO QUALIFIED PROFESSIONALS.
Name the substance which is commonly employed as a cooling agent in the refrigerator?
The substance commonly used as a cooling agent in refrigerators is called refrigerant. One commonly used refrigerant is R-134a, which is a hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) compound.
