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thelaugh
Jun 29, 2007, 08:06 AM
Hi,

I had 2 outlets installed where there were once a heater and its thermostat. The light on my voltage tester is on for both, but when I plug a clock radio (110) into either new outlet, nothing happens. Is it possible that these new outlets are wired at 220 to accommodate the heater that was removed? What's a good way to verify if these outlets are 110 or 220? I never bothered to look closely at the heater when I chucked it last fall.

Thank you!

Tony

tkrussell
Jun 29, 2007, 12:49 PM
Testers with only lights are only for warning of voltage. The only method will be to use a volt meter of some sort.

Stratmando
Jun 30, 2007, 06:48 AM
The thermostat in one box, may have controlled power to second box. You will need to verify.