Not being an electrician, how do I wire this using 12 guarge wire to a nearby outlet? Use a 3 prong plug?
1652525
Just buy a 12 gauge extension cord and cut off the receptacle end to expose the black, white and ground wires which you can attach to the fan. It is more flexible than trying to use Romex or BX cables.
1652526
I wired mine into a junction box for a bathroom light switch. I can turn it off from the switch when we're on vacation etc. You will need someone to do the wiring if you are not comfortable doing this. It is not complicated. I'm not sure of the wiring codes where you live, but I have never seen an outlet in an attic, so you can't use a 3 prong plug. You would need to find a box that has power and connect some 14 awg electrical wire ad run it to the fan. Connection is using those twist on caps. Of course if you are putting the fan somewhere else where you have an outlet, then the plug would work fine. I wired mine into a junction box for a bathroom light switch. I can turn it off from the switch when we're on vacation etc. You will need someone to do the wiring if you are not comfortable doing this. It is not complicated. I'm not sure of the wiring codes where you live, but I have never seen an outlet in an attic, so you can't use a 3 prong plug. You would need to find a box that has power and connect some 14 awg electrical wire ad run it to the fan. Connection is using those twist on caps. Of course if you are putting the fan somewhere else where you have an outlet, then the plug... » Read More I wired mine into a junction box for a bathroom light switch. I can turn it off from the switch when we're on vacation etc. You will need someone to do the wiring if you are not comfortable doing this. It is not complicated. I'm not sure of the wiring codes where you live, but I have never seen an outlet in an attic, so you can't use a 3 prong plug. You would need to find a box that has power and connect some 14 awg electrical wire ad run it to the fan. Connection is using those twist on caps. Of course if you are putting the fan somewhere else where you have an outlet, then the plug would work fine. « Show Less
1652527
Yes, 3 prong plug, but you will need to connect the wires to the plug - pretty easy to do - I am sure there is straight forward info on the internet to explain how...
1652528
You could do that, if you are going to go that route. ?, I would buy a quality extension cord and wire it in to the thermostat box on the fan. I put mine on a light switch so I could turn it off in the winter months.
1652529
I would hard wire for this application with a wall switch at house level. Not sure you need 12 gauge wire. I believe 14 will work.
1652530
Buy some basic books on how household electrical work & their repair. Once you understand the basics, this job is so simple & easy. Without talking to you, I do not know what you understand & don't. I do not want to give you any information that you may misinterpret or misuse that will cause you death or harm. Trust me, you don't have to be a electrician to hook up this fan..... you do need to know the basics.
1882270
The "third prong" (the round post) is your ground post, so if you can only use two prongs, then just remove the round post or 3rd. prong. Of course by doing so means whatever you use these cables on, you appliance will not be grounded. You must have older wiring in you home. There is another way you can solve this problem, that is buy an attachment with only two prongs to plug your 3 prong into!
436070
Uses 12v isolated switched source.The circuit to which you will pull power from should be able tosupport a 3 amp draw. Make sure this connection is protected with a 5Afuse.
350505
It has three 2-pronged sockets. You'll need to get a grounded-socket adapter for 3-pronged plugs.
749626
This is a 3 prong meaning it has the grounding prong. Any retailer or hardware store has the adapter that converts a 3-plug prong to a 2-plug prong but I would advise you check with an electrician before you consider this method. Hope this helps answer your question
1480056
I should still work! I am assuming without seen a diagram you will have one wire to the power source and the other two wires will go to your wire in and your wire out and you will probably have to piggy back that the fourth wire if the fourth wire is not a ground
1347610
Two prong is fine as long as it's polarized which I believe all cords are these days. I just cut an extension cord in half and stripped the bare wires back. The wire that goes to the larger size plug is the ground so be sure to get that right when connecting to the unit.
1848452
two prong is required, but you can use a 3-prong. Be sure to use a 12-gauge cable if over 100 feet. 14 gauge is OK under 100 feet. It is hard to find a 12 gauge cable with only 2 prongs.
554191
There aren't 3 power wires. The provided switch connects to 2 of the red wires. That leaves one power wire to run to a 12v source. There is also a black ground wire. Please refer to the diagram that came with the instructions. Given that you actually have this question, I too would suggest using an install technician...
2156773
the unit is hardwired. you should know what you are doing or hire an electrician. you can connect a power cord and connect it to a plug, I would always recommend using a three wire setup that includes a ground.
1442177
Adding to previous answers, just be aware the outlets are 'rotated' 90 degrees. Three prong plugs work great, but any power adapters will obstruct neighboring outlets.
1926274
build the cables from 10-3 wire and use plug that comes with unit or buy better ones at homedepot
1347895
Hey - ground wires are always a wise thing with electronics. You can get away with a 3 to 2 prong adapter.Life Suggestion - If your house only has two-pronged outlets, you can (if you are able or ask a knowledgable friend/family to help) replace an outlet with a grounded outlet and the grounding wire can be grounded into the housing of the outlet. Consult a knowledge handy person if you do not understand how to replace an outlet in a wall like this. AND ALWAYS TURN OFF THE CIRCUIT BREAKER BEFORE OPENING OR INSPECTING AN OUTLET!If you are renting, you should give your landlord a hard time that they only have 2 prong outlets. Hey - ground wires are always a wise thing with electronics. You can get away with a 3 to 2 prong adapter.Life Suggestion - If your house only has two-pronged outlets, you can (if you are able or ask a knowledgable friend/family to help) replace an outlet with a grounded outlet and the grounding wire can be grounded into the housing of the outlet. Consult a knowledge handy person if you do not understand how to replace an outlet in a wall like this. AND ALWAYS TURN OFF THE CIRCUIT BREAKER BEFORE OPENING OR INSPECTING AN OUTLET!If you are renting, you should give your... » Read More Hey - ground wires are always a wise thing with electronics. You can get away with a 3 to 2 prong adapter.Life Suggestion - If your house only has two-pronged outlets, you can (if you are able or ask a knowledgable friend/family to help) replace an outlet with a grounded outlet and the grounding wire can be grounded into the housing of the outlet. Consult a knowledge handy person if you do not understand how to replace an outlet in a wall like this. AND ALWAYS TURN OFF THE CIRCUIT BREAKER BEFORE OPENING OR INSPECTING AN OUTLET!If you are renting, you should give your landlord a hard time that they only have 2 prong outlets. « Show Less
1119859
I used a lamp wire with a 2 prong plug. They should be available at Lowe's or Home Depot in varying lengths.
964980
The cord is not very long, maybe 3 or 4 feet. I used with a 3-prong 10ft extension cord to reach across my patio. The instructions don't warn against this, but it does say you should use a dedicated outlet. (meaning only plug this in by itself, and not have other things connected to the outlet.)
719771
The end of the wires are a bare connection. You would use a connector to wire it to a 12V fuse protected circuit.
1351033
I'm able to plug in a three prong (grounded extension cord) in the other outlet. It's a tight fit.