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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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How many feet are an acre and please not in square feet?
Its about 209.71 by 209.71 feet but there's a lot more decimals. use the square root button on the standard calculator on calculator.com for the exact answer. also a very useful website!!! :)
An acre is a measure of area which contains 43560 square feet. Thus as long as the sides of the rectangle multiplied together come to this, it will be an acre; thus, for example, rectangle with sides:
- 1 ft x 43560 ft
- 2 ft x 21780 ft
- 4 ft x 10890 ft
- 8 ft x 5445 ft
- 40 ft x 1089 ft
- 66 ft x 660 ft
are all rectangles with an area of one acre and so could be the feet by feet of an acre. However:
The last example above is [probably] the origin of the size of an acre as it is 1 chain (22 yds or 66 ft) wide by 1 furlong (220 yds or 660 ft) long. This would represent the size of field that could be ploughed in one day - the furlong being "furrow length" (that is the length of furrow) that could be ploughed in one go before resting the oxen; before commencing the next furrow, completing a chain's width of these furrows in one day.
What is the white stuff inside of a light bulb?
Its just clay, Kaolin to be exact which is used in ceramics, medicine, coated paper, as a food additive in toothpaste,also used in cosmetics, and of course a light diffusing material in white incandescent light bulbs, not toxic in the least bit.
How do you plug a high-power 240V electric appliance into a 120V outlet?
A 240 volt electric dryer or clothes washing machine always needs to have its own 240 volt socket outlet.
As you asked this question the best advice anyone can give you is to ask a licensed electrician to help you. He would be able to install the correct socket outlet for you to be able to use the 240V appliance - for example a dryer or a washer - by installing a new 240V branch circuit with correctly sized breakers and wiring.
Another answerSmall transformers are available to power small appliances which draw only small currents. These are mostly consumer devices such as electric shavers; mp3 music players; battery chargers for cellphones, cameras, etc.But if you are asking how to operate a large appliancethat needs 240 volts (such as a washing machine or dryer) on only 120 volts, it cannot be done.
Why? Because of the very good reason that the appliance was built to run on a 240 volts service and 120 volts is only half that voltage - much too low!
More technical details
If they are appliances that have to use a lot of power, like clothes dryers, kitchen ranges, etc., the answer to this question has to be No.
Apart from International voltage issues, there are good technical reasons why some things made for the US, Canada, or other countries using similar mains supplies, are designed to run on 220 to 240 volts instead of 110 to 120 volts.
The main reason is how much current is needed to get the required amount of power into such appliances that have to use a lot, like clothes dryers, kitchen ranges, etc., because if you double the voltage you only need to supply half the current (Amps) to produce the same amount of power. (Watts or kiloWatts.)
If you tried to use something that was designed for 240 volts on only 120 volts, the result is not that you would get half the power output: you would get only a quarter!
For more information, see the answers to the Related Questions shown 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.
What is the Average cost of running a 60 watt bulb for a year?
The average cost of running a 60 watt bulb for a year, with an average electricity rate of $0.12 per kilowatt-hour, would be around $52.56. This calculation is based on leaving the bulb on for 8 hours a day for 365 days.
What is the function of a starter in a fluorescent lamp?
The gas in the fluorescent tube has a high resistance when not lit, so it takes a high voltage to start it glowing. The "starter" stores energy and releases it all at once, causing a high voltage. Once the tube is glowing its resistance is lower, so it can continue to run without the starter. In fact the mains voltage is much higher than the tube requires to run once the gas inside it has been "lit" by the starter. A special thing called a "ballast" is included in the lamp fitting to reduce the mains voltage to one that is sufficient for the lamp to run continuously without overheating. If there was no ballast in the circuit supplying the lamp, the tube could get hot enough to explode!
How does a 9 volt battery charger work?
A 9-volt battery charger works by supplying a regulated amount of voltage and current to the battery. The charger monitors the battery's voltage and adjusts the charge rate accordingly to prevent overcharging. Once the battery reaches its full capacity, the charger typically switches to a trickle charge mode to maintain the battery's charge level.
I'm not exactly sure what you mean by outer planet... But it is a planet in outer space. Astronauts have been trying to see if there's been life on Mars. They've had space robots go up and take pictures.
Hope I helped! =)
Can carbon monoxide come from a leak in your gas hot water heater?
Yes, carbon monoxide can be produced by a gas hot water heater if there is a leak or malfunction in the unit. It is important to have your gas appliances regularly inspected to prevent carbon monoxide leaks and ensure proper ventilation. Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless gas that can be harmful or even fatal if inhaled in high concentrations.
The spin dry function on a washing machine rotates the drum of the washing machine at high speeds. The drum is perforated so the clothes are spun hard against the drum while allowing the water to be flung out of the clothes. This removes the bulk of the water from the clothes, which makes rinsing efficient and drying quicker, but will not completely dry them. A high speed spin removes more water, but can crease clothing so it needs to be shaken out before hanging to dry.
A tumble dryer or tumble dry function in a combination washer/dryer gently rotates the clothes so that they tumble within the drum while blowing heated air through them. The tumbling allows the air to reach all parts of the clothing and minimises creasing. The clothes can be completely dried.
Why won't Ativa shredder power up?
The power cord has no continuity in the "N" wire. I checked all three with an ohm meter and the "N" wire had no continuity. An "open" of some kind. I am now looking for a replacement power cord to avoid taking it apart and "hard wiring" a cord in. Office Depot claims not to have parts for these shredders, i.e., replacement power cords. A Dell computer power cord will not work. (At least mine didn't).
How can you use a 120 volt dryer on 100 volt plug?
In the US, Canada and other countries running a similar 60 Hz power supply service, household lighting and low-power appliances run at 120 volts plus or minus 10%. So the actual voltage supplied can change betwen 108 volts and 132 volts and would still be within proper limits. (To get the actual figures for your locality it is best to ask a local licensed electrician or your local electricity supply company.) But please note the above answer is for low-power appliances only, not clothes dryers. Dryers have to draw a much higher current or amperage than your normal 120 volt socket outlets can supply. For more information on installing a new breaker, circuit wiring and the correct socket outlet to suit a 120 volt dryer, please see the answers to the Related questionsshown below.
A Dirt Devil is a brand of vacuum cleaner known for its compact size and convenience for cleaning small spaces. They are typically lightweight and easy to maneuver, making them popular for quick cleaning tasks.
Does the size of a light bulb affect its energy use?
Not The size... its the Watts. The more watts you have the hotter and more energy it uses. Unless you go with LED. They are a lil expensive right now but will cost less to run, and last years.
It all depends on the type of appliance!
Some 240 Volt appliances, such as some electric motors, DO need to have a Neutral wire. Some of these appliances have timers or other devices inside them which only require a 120 Volt power supply, hence they need a Neutral wire to get that.
Other appliances, for example some household electric clothes dryers, DO NOT have to use a neutral wire because they only have a very simple heating element connected just to the red and black "hot" legs of the supply. (One hot leg is actually 120 Volts above Neutral when the other leg is 120 Volts below Neutral. But remember, as this is alternating current, they both alternate 60 times a second, going from zero to +120V to zero to -120V and back to zero again.)
However a dryer should always have a Ground wire connected to its metal casing to protect users from possible electrocution and prevent a house fire. Such a ground wire helps ensure that the circuit breaker or fuse will cut off the power supply if a fault occurs within the appliance or its power outlet. (But that has nothing to do with "needing" a connection to a Neutral wire.)
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.
What is the screeching noise when your washing machine is spinning?
The screeching noise during the spin cycle of a washing machine could be caused by a worn-out belt, faulty bearings, or something stuck in the drum. It is recommended to turn off the machine and inspect these parts to identify the issue. If needed, seek professional help for repairs.
When wet clothes are placed inside a spin dryer and it is switched on, the drum in which the clothes are placed rotates very fast. This makes the water go out of the clothes due to a force called centrifugal force.
For scientific details about the centrifugal force go to http://www.thekeyboard.org.uk/What%20is%20centrifugal%20force.htm
For more about the spin fryers and their usage:
http://ezinearticles.com/?Using-a-Spin-Dryer&id=2136827
http://www.alternativeconsumer.com/2008/04/25/spin-dryer-saves-energy/
Can you convert two 120 volt outlets to one 220 volt?
Do not attempt this!
If you need a 220V outlet in a location where there is an existing 120V outlet(s) hire an electrician to run entirely new 220V wires from the breaker panel. He may even have to add a new dual pole breaker for the new circuit (use of two standard single pole breakers on a 220V circuit is a code violation, which is what you would get if you did somehow connect two 120V lines and actually get 220V).
What is the standard European household voltage and ampreage?
Europe is a collection of independent nations, many of whom have fought eash other bitterly since records began!!!! The voltage varies between 210 and 240 volts 50HZ. I am in the UK, and our voltage is stated as 230, but is usually measured as closer to 240. The average modern house has a 100Amp service coming in from the electricity supplier. Older properties may only have a 63A service. In continental Europe, certainly the western part, the voltage varies between 220 and 230, but I do not know what the maximum amperage is. I would suspect it is similar to that in the UK. The former eastern bloc countries have standardised on 220/230v but you will still find some "strange" installations, especially off the tourist trail. Note that all the voltages stated are single-phase, or live conductor to ground. Split phase, or 2-phase to give 120/220v is *very* uncommon is Europe. Three phase in Europe is (nominally) 400v phase to phase or 230v phase to neutral
How does the air gas mixing chamber of a fireplace log lighter work?
The gas orfice when operating creates a vacuum drawing combustion air into the burner. This is the reason that gas pressures vary between types. Natural gas appliances operate at a nominal 3.5" wc pressure, while LP appliances run 10-11" wc. Natural gas has about 1000 btu's per cubic foot, while LP gas has about 2500. As an example, if you were to reduce the manifold pressure of LPG, you would have an oxygen starved mixture that would not burn properly. lc
What is the Best Insulator for hot water?
Closed-cell foam insulation, such as rigid foam panels or spray foam, is often considered the best insulator for hot water. These materials have a high R-value, which measures their thermal resistance, making them effective at preventing heat loss and keeping hot water hot for longer periods of time. Additionally, they are resistant to moisture and can be easily shaped to fit around water pipes or tanks.
When was the first electric clock invented?
The first electric clock was invented by Scottish clockmaker Alexander Bain in 1840. It used an electrical impulse to regulate the movement of a pendulum, which allowed for more precise timekeeping than traditional mechanical clocks.
Filtered rain water may still contain impurities or minerals that can interfere with the operation of an ultrasonic humidifier. Distilled water has been stripped of these impurities through the distillation process, making it a better choice for use in ultrasonic humidifiers to avoid mineral buildup and potential damage to the device.
Ghost can touch you and i have been touched by a ghost on my hand i think it was
the next day that someone in my family died and they touched me on my hand and i was in grade 3! and if a ghost touchs you than it might like try for you to like talk to them or they are trying to tell you something!
Why does my electric dryer work but fails to make heat?
there are several reasons, an easy one to check is the breaker or fuse panel if one side of the breaker has tripped(not completely unheard of) or if one fuse has blown the dryer may still run but not heat. there are also several safeties in the electrical circuit that fail the element only and will allow the motor to run but should be attended to by a qualified individual.
