Archive for September, 2009


Outdoor Extension Cord for Heavy Use?

By admin on Monday, September 28th, 2009 | 10 Comments

I have a small shed-like structure in the backyard that I plan on using as an outdoor escape. I am going to install a cable box, dvd player, mini-fridge, 60" HDTV and some other very small Appliances. Where can I get an outdoor extension cord (long, 100′ to 200′) to support this type of demand? [...]

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Does a high-voltage appliance plugged into an lower-voltage extension cord cause it to draw more electricity?

By admin on Monday, September 28th, 2009 | 9 Comments

I am already going to change the extension cord because now I know about the fire risk. My landlord claims that the lower-voltage extension cord caused the refrigerator to use more electricity, because of its lesser capacity (like a dribble of electricity instead of a steady stream). I don’t think this is right. It seems [...]

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Can someone help me figure out what’s wrong with my oven?

By admin on Monday, September 28th, 2009 | 8 Comments

I have an Amana gas oven/range, model ARG7300W, mfg P1143320N W. The range part works great, but the oven is having problems maintaining temperature. It heats up part-way, then maintains a lower temperature than what I’ve set it to. For example, I set it to 375 degrees and it goes to maybe 225. I think [...]

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