I purchased a 24" direct drive exhaust fan with the typical black, white and ground wiring designed to be connected directly into the circuit. I would like to convert this connection to a 3-prong cord so I can plug it into a nearby wall socket. The fan's specs are: 120V / 60 Hz / 336 W / 2.8 Amps. Could I safely accomplish this by attaching a 12 gauge, 3 conductor grounded SPT-3 cord or another gauge cord like an SJT? I plan on using this fan only as needed during the summer months and won't need it permanently connected throughout the year. I know a enough about electricity to possibly get myself into trouble. Having never attempted something like this, I thought I'd ask for some experienced advice here. Thanks for your reply.
2006-08-02 09:41:22 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
That fan does not draw enough power to necessitate the use of 12 ga wiring. If it was a 15 amp draw then maybe. You can easily use 14 ga wire and, to make it even easier, if you have an old outdoor extension - use that.
2006-08-02 09:52:38 · answer #1 · answered by smgray99 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes! your quite right, a connector is easy to put on and your plan sounds good! Don't make the cord too long and she will work just fine!! just remember,, you won't have any speed control and these are made to move a lot of air to exhaust a big volume!
2006-08-02 09:55:37 · answer #2 · answered by fuzzykjun 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call a professional electrician.You'll burn the house down.
2006-08-02 11:43:36 · answer #3 · answered by Balthor 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well if you know all that you don't need me.
2006-08-03 09:13:52 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋