How to tell if your AC wiring needs an upgrade


Just posted a new blog article on how to analyze your AC wiring using a very inexpensive meter.  Who knows, if you find a problem with your wiring it may just save your home!

 

 

erik_squires

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@ozzy

Is the AC voltage output of the Niagara 7000 Balanced power? 60V - 0V - 60V? If yes that would create problems for the "(Receptacle Tester)". It’s not designed to be connected to a balanced power system. L to N Voltage it will measure...

 

@ozzy 

 

It's easy to check. Just use your multimeter and measure the voltage from either of the power contacts on a receptacle on the Niagara to the ground contact. If balanced power you will measure 60V nominal.