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    Mar 18, 2010, 06:29 AM
    Nema l14 20 plug
    I have a generator that has a l14 20 plug and I want to run a 220v submersible pump.The pump has three wires, two hots and a ground.Is it okay to use it this way?
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    Mar 18, 2010, 01:17 PM
    Yes, you just don't need a neutral for the pump, so you will not have any conductor to connect to the silver screw you will find on the NEMA L14-20P plug.
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