I do not have an electric outlet any where near the toilet. Would I have to run the extension cord across the bathroom?
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If you don't have a power outlet, Yes.. You would need to run an extension cord... however, by calling a licensed electrician, install an outlet, it would be ideal... that's what I did... cost me $50. bucks...
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Yes. However having a dedicated outlet that is GFCI enabled is the safest way to connect the ToTo. The directions also indicate you should do that. However running an extension cord to any outlet will work but not safe.
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Yes, you we'd need an extension cord to power the unit. I had an outlet installed for neatness and not to stumble on the extension cord, regularly.
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Suzann, Yes, it needs a standard U.S. 120 VAC outlet. It draws very little current so a light weight extension cord would work well if the outlet is not near the toilet. The toilet lid must be kept closed when not in use to keep the seat warm. Mine works fantastically well. Mel
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you can not use a extension cord it has to have a direct plug from the wall
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You do need somewhere to plug in the power, so if you don't have an outlet within reach of the cable (which is pretty long) you will have to install one.
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Yes any wall outlet no extension cords, also better to use on low or Econ because high pulls a lot of electricty
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you shouldn't use an extension cord ever. The doorbell is loud, or plug it in your bedroom at night.Its a good door b ell.
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My parents have an electric box right behind their birdbath so they don't need an extension cord. Sorry, but I don't know the answer to your question.
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Yes. May need an extension cord though, depending on how close you are to an outlet. The cord is understandably short for a portable device.
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I have not. I put an outlet near where it was needed. If you need to use an extension cord, make sure it is as heavy as possible. I would suggest against this de-icer anyway. When I used this unit, it failed within a month by leaking internally and tripping the breaker. An exact replacement failed the same way in about the same amount of time.
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Yes it does require a GFI outlet and it does have warm water and a warmed toilet seat that you can adjust. I suggest you us an electrician to install the outlet.
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Mine was just a two pronged plug into the wall. Made it a little inconvenient if there was not an outlet near the toilet
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It would be more convenient and more tidy if the outlet is on the right when you are sitting on the toilet. But if the outlet is on the left (when you are sitting on the toilet), the cord is long enough to run behind the toilet to reach the other side.
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According to the tag attached to the appliance, it is recommended to NOT use with any extension cord. The unit should be plugged directly into a wall outlet. You may want to contact the manufacturer for confirmation on this.
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There is a solid back that starts at the open shelf above the toilet tank to the top of the space behind the doors. The backing is thin enough that, with an appropriate tool, a space could be cut out for an electrical outlet. It's a very nice, attractive unit.
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I believe that will really depend on where your outlet is. Some folks may install or have an outlet right inside the bathroom wall at the back of the cabinet bathroom wall which would hide the cord. Or totally opt using batteries instead cause I didn't have an existing outlet down there and I didn't want to fiddle with installing one which would add more time and effort to do to get the faucet installed and ready to use. Since I have installed using the batteries I haven't had to change them at all yet. And it's still working fine. And should the batteries die, the default setting is shut, not open, so you wouldn't have water running or overflowing. I hope this helps answer your question. I believe that will really depend on where your outlet is. Some folks may install or have an outlet right inside the bathroom wall at the back of the cabinet bathroom wall which would hide the cord. Or totally opt using batteries instead cause I didn't have an existing outlet down there and I didn't want to fiddle with installing one which would add more time and effort to do to get the faucet installed and ready to use. Since I have installed using the batteries I haven't had to change them at all yet. And it's still working fine. And should the batteries die, the default setting is shut,... » Read More I believe that will really depend on where your outlet is. Some folks may install or have an outlet right inside the bathroom wall at the back of the cabinet bathroom wall which would hide the cord. Or totally opt using batteries instead cause I didn't have an existing outlet down there and I didn't want to fiddle with installing one which would add more time and effort to do to get the faucet installed and ready to use. Since I have installed using the batteries I haven't had to change them at all yet. And it's still working fine. And should the batteries die, the default setting is shut, not open, so you wouldn't have water running or overflowing. I hope this helps answer your question. « Show Less
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Aesthetically, you might want to put the outlet on the right side so that more of the cord is hidden behind the toilet. Also, make sure you avoid the plumbing in the wall for the toilet inlet valve. Other than that, it can be anywhere the 4-foot cord will reach.
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This unit needs to be plugged to a 120v outlet. I ran an extension cord from the outlet to the unit.