Questions tagged [appliances]
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How does this 230/400 V induction hob draw current? [closed]
The instructions that came with a new Electrolux EIS62441 induction hob didn't specify any recommended breaker sizes or supply cable cross section requirements. The hob comes with more than 1 m of ...
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Beginner: Solder won’t flow onto thermostat tabs
I’m trying to repair my espresso maker with a new thermostat but am unable to get the solder to flow. I’m a beginner but have had some experience soldering my own guitar pedals using stripboards in ...
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How to Test Battery Health in GRUNDIG VCP 3930 with a Multimeter, Arduino, or Raspberry Pi?
As a follow-up to this question, I own a GRUNDIG VCP 3930 vacuum cleaner (which uses a 25.2V, 2000mAh Li-ion battery) that has stopped charging properly. I am being told that the battery on this ...
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Class III appliance with metal chassis connection
I am designing a SELV/Class III appliance (lab/industry type, IEC 61010), supplied via two-pin isolated DC power. For mechanical reasons, the chassis has to be metallic. As a result, there are going ...
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Maytag MDB9100 connector to circuit board
I'm replacing the circuit board on my Maytag MDB9100 dishwasher. I'm having trouble connecting the white and black connectors on the bottom edge of the new circuit board. Everything else has been fine....
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How to determine whether a transformer is dead
My range hood broke, so I took it apart. I confirmed that 125V is arriving at the control board, which is connected to a fuse which is good, which is connected to a transformer. My voltmeter (AC mode) ...
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3 phase induction hob, single phase wiring [closed]
While installing this 3-phase appliance I came across these diagrams which have been bugging me a bit, therefore it would be nice to find out what is the correct way to wire this up and what is the ...
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EU appliance use on US circuit - grounding concerns
I've been reading through old posts about people wanting to use European kettles and other appliances on a 240v US circuit. Forget the 50hz/60hz frequency difference for resistive loads and universal ...
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Sourcing an alternative strain relief adapter [closed]
I'm doing a simple modification of my old Sony sound system. It came with no earth wire and I wish to replace the cable and connect the earth to the metal chassis of the stereo. My issue is that the ...
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Identifying Mains Connector for Bosch 300/500/800 Series Dishwashers
Bosch dishwashers do not ship with a simple junction box built into the front quarter, as most dishwashers do. Instead, they use a 3-pin connector; presumably because this approach allows them to ...
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Can I utilize 3 phase power in a single phase appliance by connecting all 3 lines in parallel?
I can't seem to find an answer to this. Assume we have a 400V three phase power source. Connecting phase-to-neutral will give 240V. If you connect them in parallel you should still end up with 240V AC....
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Why does my food mixer have voltage across input cable leads even when unplugged?
I have a technical problem where the cable of a food mixer has voltage across its cable when unplugged. When I measure it with a multimeter at various times after being unplugged it shows a voltage ...
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What kind of displays and processors are used in consumer electronic products (like a coffee machine)? [closed]
I am presently working on the development of a smart kitchen appliance, which will eventually be sold in the market. As part of this project, I need to incorporate a touch display for the operation of ...
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Which circuit or device can I use to lower my electronics power usage
Resistance device uses 1.0 kW on standalone usage load measurement. I tried using diodes in series to half the power rate to 500 W, Wondering whether to use a 220V to 110 V step down or reduced the ...
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Appliances and power station frequency compatibility [closed]
I am planning to buy an Anker Power Station.
The US website it says that the power output is
AC Output/AC: 110 V~ 4.54 A, 50 Hz/60 Hz, 500 W
I'm buying the unit here in Middle East and the unit back ...
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