AC Plugs

07-05-2011, 10:16 PM	#1
capt2 Member   Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 40	AC Plugs I need help. I am installing a new AC unit. The current plug is like this l -- but the plug for the new AC is -- -- both are 15 amp.. Can a new plug be installed? Thanks in advance.

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07-05-2011, 10:24 PM	#2
Jim Port Licensed electrician   Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Maryland Posts: 6,035	AC Plugs Your new AC requires 240 volts. the old receptacle is 120 volts. If this is a dedicated circuit you should be able to rewire. __________________ Answers based on the National Electrical Code. Local amendments may apply. Check with your local building officials.

07-05-2011, 10:25 PM	#3
McSteve Mad Scientist   Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Minnesota Posts: 703	AC Plugs The new plug is a 15A 240V plug, and the old is either a 20A 120V plug or 20A 240V plug. Are those diagrams showing what the plug looks like pointing at you, or what the receptacle would look like?

07-05-2011, 10:44 PM	#4
capt2 Member   Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 40	AC Plugs Thank you for the replies. Let me re check and I'll post back.