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OSHA has not established a seasonal or other color coding system for extension cords.
A common color coding for electrical inspections uses the "seasonal color" scheme for quarterly inspections: white for winter (January, February and March); green for spring (April, May and June); red for summer (July, August and September); orange for autumn (October, November and December).
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Is it acceptable by OSHA to plug an extension cord into another extension cord-?
You can plug an extension cord into another extension cord. A extension cord is to help make doing something easier.
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What kind of extension cord can be used for outdoors?
normaly we can use water proof extension cord
Is it acceptable by OSHA to plug an extension cord into another extension cord?
In Canada this is quite acceptable. One extension cord can be plugged into another extension cord. What has to be kept in mind though, is the load amperage at the end of the cords. Additionally plugging one cord into another increases the wire's total resistance. This effects the over all voltage drop of the cord, by lowering the voltage at the load. If the cord's wire size is increase in each additional cord added to the length, this would be one way to combat against the voltage drop. An example, if the first cord has a #14 size conductor the next size cord to plug into it should be a #12. If additional length is needed then the next size cord to extend the length should be a #10.This type of cord use is used on construction sites all the time. Keep in mind that extension cords are only to be used as a temporary source of power in temporary locations and they not to be used as a permanent installation power source.
Does a long extension cord draw more power than a short extension cord?
No. However, a longer extension cord has higher resistance for a given wire gauge or size compared to a short extension cord and the voltage at the load device may drop so low that it doesn't work properly. This may also be accompanied by a noticeable rise in the temperature of the extension cord. As a rule, use the shortest extension cord that will get the job done. If the extension cord must be long, use one that has heavy gauge wire to minimize voltage drop at the load.
What is the use of extension c holder?
An extension cord holder is used to hold an extension cord. It wraps around the holder, for easy release and withdrawal.
Is it safe to touch a extension cord while its plugged in?
Yes, it safe to touch a extension cord while its plugged in.
Can you plug in an iPod touch wall charger to an extension cord?
Yes, you can put the iPod Touch wall charger into an extension cord. That extension cord has to be plugged into a wall to be able to charge the iPod, though.
How do you use an extension cord as a replacement cord?
noob it up
What size extension cord should you use for your 120 volt 1725 watt iron?
#16 <<>> To load an extension cord to 1725 watts depending on the length of the cord, the bare minimum should be #14. A better size cord and my recommendation would be a #12 wire size extension cord.
What marks are left on a child that has been whooped with a looped cord?
What marks are left on a child that has been hit with a looped cord are an extension cord are a belt buckle in the eye. What marks are left on a child that has been hit with a looped cord are an extension cord are a belt buckle in the eye. What marks are left on a child that has been hit with a looped cord are an extension cord are a belt buckle in the eye. What marks are left on a child that has been hit with a looped cord are an extension cord are a belt buckle in the eye.
What is the most number of outlets on a multi outlet extension cord?
The most number of outlets on a multi outlet extension cord are six. Any more then six outlets on an outlet extension cord and it would become dangerous.
