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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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mustanglover32
Explorer
Feb 14, 2017
So, from what I'm gathering, it shouldn't be an issue for the outlet, but I need to get a 10 gauge extension cord.

By that logic, is my 30 to 15 amp dogbone being overloaded also?

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