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mustanglover32
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Feb 14, 2017

Running A/C with extension cord into 20 amp outlet.

Trying to figure out if what I'm trying to run below is moving too close to the limits of a 20 amp 120V outlet and limits of a 12 gauge extension cord that is 25 feet. Trying to run a 135K BTU A/C ...
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TurnThePage
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Feb 14, 2017
I leave a Kill-o-watt plugged into an outlet in the trailer to monitor voltage. At home, I've noticed that it steadily drops as time goes by. I end up having to shut down after an hour or so as the voltage will drop clear down to 104 VAC. And that's using a 20' 30 amp extension cord.

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