AC WORKS® Library — Customer Service

How to Search for AC WORKS® Products

Posted by Christopher Hahn on

Figuring out what electrical connection you have can sometimes be tricky. There are so many different plug and connector NEMA configurations out there that it can be a little overwhelming. Luckily, most plugs and outlets actually come with their NEMA configurations printed on them. If you can’t find yours, you can look at our NEMA configuration chart on our downloads page. Once you are on acworks.com, click on the search bar. Then, simply type in the numbers associated with the connections you are trying to adapt. The outlet you are trying to get power from should always be your first...

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Why Dryers Can't Use 110V Outlets

Posted by Christopher Hahn on

Lately, a lot of customers have been wondering if it is possible to adapt a 3 or 4 prong dryer to a regular household connection. While this is not possible, you can still adapt to other outlets around the house. But first, let’s go over why it's not possible. When your dryer has a 3 or 4 prong plug, or in technical terms NEMA 10-30P or NEMA 14-30P, it is because it requires 220 volts and 30 amps to function properly. This means it cannot function with just 110 volts and 15 to 20 amps that you would get from...

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Download Issue 3 of the WRAP UP Newsletter

Posted by Stephanie Junek on

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CarGenerator™ The Basics

Posted by Christopher Hahn on

Late last year, an entrepreneur reached out to us because his customers were looking for one more step to bridge the gap between his invention and keeping the power on at home. His invention is CarGenerator™ and it functions exactly how it sounds. With a small backpack shaped case, you can power the necessities in your home using your car. The reviews say it’s incredibly easy, reliable, environmentally friendly, and safe. We just had to give it a try for ourselves. Jonathan was kind enough to send us a CarGenerator™ to tinker with, and it is ingenious. With a full...

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Download Issue 2 of the WRAP UP Newsletter

Posted by Stephanie Junek on

Download the February Issue 

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