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The third prong is to protect from shock. If there is any way for you to come in contact with a conducting surface on the appliance you have the third prong.
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What does a two phase outlet look like?
A two-phase outlet has two hot wires and one neutral wire. It typically has four prongs, with two vertical prongs for the hot wires and one horizontal prong for the neutral wire. This type of outlet is commonly used for high-power appliances like stoves and dryers.
What is an example of the word 'prong' in a sentence?
A fork has prongs at the end of it. (Actually a fork has tines. A plug has prongs.)
What type of material is inside the holes in the outlet?
Inside the "holes" are springy brass fingers that grip the plug prongs when you insert the wall plug, making connection with your home's electrical system.
What does a 230 volt plug look like?
A 230 volt plug typically has three prongs - two rounded prongs and one grounding prong. The prongs are usually arranged in a triangular pattern. The plug may also have a higher amperage rating compared to standard plugs, and may be used for high-powered appliances or equipment.
What different eletrical tree-prong plug and two-prong-plug?
A three-prong plug has two flat prongs for the hot and neutral wires, and a round prong for the ground wire. This design is a safety feature to prevent electrical shocks or fires. A two-prong plug has only the hot and neutral prongs, lacking the ground prong. It is commonly found in older homes or appliances.
What is a type of trident three prongs for salmon fishing?
HIYAA :)
What is the meant by a three-pronged plug?
A plug with three prongs.
How many prongs on a fish fork?
There are between three and four prongs or tines on a fish fork.
What is the definition of trident?
A spear with three prongs.
What greek god had a spear with 3 prongs?
The Greek god who carred a spear with three prongs, a Trident, was Poseidon, god of sea.
Where is the throttle body sensor that has two prongs and is round on a 1990 Cadillac DeVille?
It is at the rear, passenger side, of the throttle body. It is also three prongs. -L
What does a two phase outlet look like?
A two-phase outlet has two hot wires and one neutral wire. It typically has four prongs, with two vertical prongs for the hot wires and one horizontal prong for the neutral wire. This type of outlet is commonly used for high-power appliances like stoves and dryers.
What are the three prongs on the angel food cake pan?
You are supposed to cool the cake upside down. The prongs hold the cake off of the counter so that air can circulate around it.
What are the three prongs for on Angel Food Cake Pan?
You are supposed to cool the cake upside down. The prongs hold the cake off of the counter so that air can circulate around it.
Are there three prong converters most ones I see only have the two prongs?
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What are the three things called on a plug?
The three things on a plug are the two prongs (for electricity transmission) and the grounding pin (for safety).
Why do forks only have 3 to 4 prongs?
Four prongs create more contact points than does three. This means an easier time trying to pick what ever you may be eating.
