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What is the most cost efficient and quick way to fix the problem if you have a stove that has a four-prong cord and an outlet that only takes three prongs?
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∙ 18y ago
buy a 3 prong cord and plug set at lowes or Home Depot and change the cord on the appliance.
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Why are the metal prongs of a plug sealed in plastic?
Plastic insulates the prongs from one another, yet is hard enough to keep them at the proper distance to be put into the wall outlet and allow a person to grip the plug.
Can you plug a 3 prong extension into a 110 volt outlet?
Yes, provided the outlet has a three element receptacle. The third prong is ground. If you use an adapter that connects three prongs to a two slot outlet there is a shock danger.
What does a 240 watt outlet look like?
=== === == == It is bigger than a 120 Volt plug and has either 3 prongs laid out in a Y shape or 4 prongs to include a Ground. === === === === === === === === === === == == It has three round prongs for Live, Neutral and Earth. In some countries, it has two round prongs plus a socket for an Earth prong that is part of the socket outlet. For some sample pictures see the Related Links shown below.=== === === === === === === === == == It has three rectangular prongs and a cartridge fuse built-in. The fuse can be changed to suit the appliance the plug is feeding, either 3 Amp, 5 Amp or 13 Amp, so it is the right size to protect the appliance.The Earth prong is larger and longer than the other two which are for the Live and Neutral connections.The matching socket outlet has a spring-loaded shutter, made of a non-conducting material, which covers the holes for the Live and Neutral prongs as soon as a plug is unplugged.When a plug is inserted into a socket outlet the longer Earth prong pushes the spring-loaded shutter out of the way to allow all the prongs to enter the socket outlet. For a sample picture see the Related Link shown below.
How many holes are there on a standard 120 volt electrical outlet?
Usually 3. Why two different size prong? Two for the prongs and a third for the ground.
Can you get an adapter if you have a 240V outlet that accepts 3 rounded prongs and you have a 240V air conditioner that has 2 straight prongs one vertical and one horizontal and a gnd?
You can't buy an adapter but you can buy either the receptical or the plug and change one out to match the other.
Why are the metal prongs of a plug sealed in plastic?
Plastic insulates the prongs from one another, yet is hard enough to keep them at the proper distance to be put into the wall outlet and allow a person to grip the plug.
Can you plug a 3 prong extension into a 110 volt outlet?
Yes, provided the outlet has a three element receptacle. The third prong is ground. If you use an adapter that connects three prongs to a two slot outlet there is a shock danger.
Why would a 1999 buick laSabre heater stop working?
you may need to go to the salvage yard to buy a replacement control module( the whole thing that allows you control of the fan, etc.) it should pop out with tabs and unplug with prongs like an electrical outlet, only more prongs and THIN and DELICATE. so be careful. don't have the rip your dash apart if this is the problem!
Does an electric lift chair use a standard electrical outlet or does it need 220 power?
Although both options exist, it would seem that the vast majority of electric chair lifts require a standard outlet. The outlet, however, must be grounded (three prongs).
What does a 240 watt outlet look like?
=== === == == It is bigger than a 120 Volt plug and has either 3 prongs laid out in a Y shape or 4 prongs to include a Ground. === === === === === === === === === === == == It has three round prongs for Live, Neutral and Earth. In some countries, it has two round prongs plus a socket for an Earth prong that is part of the socket outlet. For some sample pictures see the Related Links shown below.=== === === === === === === === == == It has three rectangular prongs and a cartridge fuse built-in. The fuse can be changed to suit the appliance the plug is feeding, either 3 Amp, 5 Amp or 13 Amp, so it is the right size to protect the appliance.The Earth prong is larger and longer than the other two which are for the Live and Neutral connections.The matching socket outlet has a spring-loaded shutter, made of a non-conducting material, which covers the holes for the Live and Neutral prongs as soon as a plug is unplugged.When a plug is inserted into a socket outlet the longer Earth prong pushes the spring-loaded shutter out of the way to allow all the prongs to enter the socket outlet. For a sample picture see the Related Link shown below.
How many holes are there on a standard 120 volt electrical outlet?
Usually 3. Why two different size prong? Two for the prongs and a third for the ground.
Can you get an adapter if you have a 240V outlet that accepts 3 rounded prongs and you have a 240V air conditioner that has 2 straight prongs one vertical and one horizontal and a gnd?
You can't buy an adapter but you can buy either the receptical or the plug and change one out to match the other.
Can you use a range 220 for a dryer 220?
The plugs are different. The prongs are straight on one and angled on the other. The wire and breaker are the same. You can either change the outlet or the cord.
What is the suitable outlet to be use for dishwasher?
In the USA, a typical electric dishwasher plugs into a standard household 110/115 outlet. Exactly like an American toaster, television, clock radio, etc. No special outlet required, like some room a/c units with the L shaped prongs. Good luck. Cheers.
What type of material is inside the holes in the outlet?
Inside the "holes" are springy brass fingers that grip the plug prongs when you insert the wall plug, making connection with your home's electrical system.
What are prongs on a stag?
Prongs are the points on a stag's antlers.
How do I Replace auxiliary power outlet 1998 civic it pulled out of the dash?
The 1998 Honda Civic models were not available with auxiliary outputs. The cigarette lighter was used power outlet in those vehicles. To replace the outlet press down the side prongs so the assembly can come off. Then unplug the wires. Replace by plugging in the wires and sliding in the new lighter assembly.
