Can anyone advise how to use two-pronged cords in these outlets? How do you use cords without a ground prong?
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You simply plug them in. Appliances without a ground lug are generally double-insulated, meaning that the motor has sufficient insulation that if it should short it couldn't electrify the housing that the operator could touch. Also the two-pronged plugs are not polarized meaning that the neutral `blade' isn't larger than the other, or `hot' blade. Plug these in anyway that's easy, polarization isn't a factor on these appliances or devices.
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Be aware that that outlets are only 2-pronged. Most appliances are 3-pronged. You will need a converter if your appliance is 3-pronged. I believe there's a similar cart available in black.
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You are supposed to take out one of the screws on the outlet cover and then put the three plug in the socket and put the screw into the metal tab and then into the outlet cover. But an electrician told me that is useless if your house isn't grounded in the first place. So I never bother doing all that stuff and they've always worked.
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If I understand the question, you are wondering how to extend the length of the chord so you can plug the UPS into an outlet across the room. If this is what you are asking, you can use a 3 prong extension chord. These units must be grounded so as long the the plug and extension chord are 3 prong and properly grounded there will be no issue.
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We think you need 2 Prong to 3 Prong Grounding Adapter, Amazon ASIN # B003XDF2H2 "Grounding Adaptor - 2 Pack"
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Yes, the other outlet is left open for another grounded plug. The prongs on back mirror the slots on the front as far as placement is concerned, although stacking modules isn't advised.
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The adapter plugs directly into the socket, rather than having a cord. The plug is two pronged, but the prongs come detached from the adapter and you have to attach them yourself (which is simple, just put the prongs in the adapter and twist until it clicks). When you install the prongs, you have the option of pointing them in any direction, so you can set it up to where you can plug it into the bottom of a wall socket or the end of a strip plug without obscuring the other plugs, which is a passable solution.
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You were definitely not sent the proper cord. Round prongs are for international current. You should have the normal 3 prong plug, of which 2 are flat and the grounding one is round.m
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Yes. That is how I use the item. The extension cord does accommodate the ground (3 prongs). I have had no problem. Really like the protector with it accommodating appliances requiring extra room for them to be plugged in. Works great and glad I have it.
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Yes, they are separate power cords. So you do need two outlets. Which was the only downside to me. I thought the combined one was nice b/c of one cord, but to big and not as flexible to move around.
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No, I own three by two different comanies and they all have two prongs. You can buy a three prong adapter if you want to but most electrical outlets are grounded anyway.
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It's the three prong, so you definitely need an outlet that can accommodate it (or an adapter). These are so convenient. I like them because I have several very large plugs that take up half the outlet and so I can't use all of the plug holes. By using one of these, none of the outlets are covered up anymore by the large ones.
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You can use a converter if you don't need it. I used one for my Dell computer and it worked fine.I had two prong adapters, but the brick had a three prong cord. I got that adapter and it works fine, too.
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I just looked at mine(which I bought here in Washington State USA) it only has a two prong plug for use with a 120v outlet. There is no ground prong so I would say an adapter might work if you can get one.
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I DO NOT recommend plugging into a 110 receptacle. If I recall correctly, the male end of the cord is grounded (three prongs) and most 110 receptacles are only two. Check with mfg. Also if necessary, you can get an AC extension cord. Make sure UL rated. Blessings
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Hi Melvin,,, here is another site that may help you with the correct type adaptor plug for grounding. Check this out: www.geoharmony.co.uk
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It's a regular household non grounded 2 prong plug.. I would think you could get a 3 prong grounded adapter for about a dollar at any hardware store(Homedepot Lowes..