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amullen17 t1_j1nhr6j wrote

Reply to comment by Vapid_Ingenue in Power seems to be running at 75%. Grid issue or am I overloading my home? by RJT_RVA

220V is incorrect. The power company provides two hot ‘legs’ or wires (both 120V) and a neutral for a standard residential service. These two combine to make 240V. Your large appliances such as dryer, HVAC, and stove all run off of 240V. 220 volts is simply not enough voltage to run these appliances. So no, 220V is not correct.

Source: I work in the industry.

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Vapid_Ingenue t1_j1njpeb wrote

Thanks! Maybe one day I can grow up to be as knowledgeable as you!

Merry Christmas!

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amullen17 t1_j1nvphb wrote

LOL just passing on a thing or two I’ve learned over the years. Merry Christmas to you as well!

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