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RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - The Reno Fire Department released new details following a house fire near Wooster High School. It happened Monday, April 18, 2022 around 10:45 p.m. at 1570 Clemson Drive. Fir...
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YOU SAID IT MFL.
for a 100' 15 amp run 12ga is suggested (or heavier)
For a shorter 20 amp run 12 ga
Many extension cords are 14ga Even the "Industrial" looking outdoor cords are 14 or even 16 GA.. and "ZIP Cord" types (like a lamp cord) 18GA. pulling 12.5 amps through one of those is asking for it (FIRE)
for a 100' 15 amp run 12ga is suggested (or heavier)
For a shorter 20 amp run 12 ga
Many extension cords are 14ga Even the "Industrial" looking outdoor cords are 14 or even 16 GA.. and "ZIP Cord" types (like a lamp cord) 18GA. pulling 12.5 amps through one of those is asking for it (FIRE)
