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    JoshXiao Posts: 2, Reputation: 1
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    Oct 16, 2011, 11:49 PM
    Can I use a 13 amp plug from my washer into a 15 amp power outlet?
    Dear Sirs, I moved into a house. I bought a new washer with a 13 amp plug. When this is plugged into a 15 amp power outlet the power is cut. What should I do? Your advice is most appreciated.
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    Oct 17, 2011, 03:46 AM
    Well, you can start by telling us your location.
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    Oct 17, 2011, 04:06 AM
    And how exactly "the power is cut".
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    Oct 17, 2011, 04:19 AM
    Hi
    I have been using a power bar with 13 amp and plugged it into the power outlet with 15 amp in Singapore. And, then I plugged from the washer into the power bar. Presumably, the power bar tripped. However, I can still run the washer if I use another power bar (13 amp) that is plugged into a power outlet (13 amp). Thank you both for asking the questions. Much appreciated. Thanks.
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    Oct 17, 2011, 04:47 AM
    Stop using the "power bar".

    The overcurrent device built into it is not large enough for the current draw.
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