hi i would like to know how does it chrage and can we use the appliances from the socket or its just a dummy/fake thanks
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it does charge. it cannot replace a regular socket however and the plugs do not work for plugging something in. It looks very fake.
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The sockets are fake and there is a battery that can last about 7 days that you can charge. The view field is a bit odd as you would have to position the thing sideways for the camera to be right side up. But then the thing looks obviously fake.
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For this question call tech support at HotMax.I had an interesting conversation with them about using power from a regular generator and the answer was don't use that power because of frequency fluctuations that will mess up the electronics inside the unit.
785466
The big question is: Now that we have burnt out something inside the main unit, can we replace this unit with one that has been made for 240V? If anyone knows where we can source the main body of the machine with a 240V rating, please let me know. Thanks
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You should remove the existing socket cover so you have something to screw the outlets into... might be possible to remove the screw from the current outlet and screw this in, but is not designed to be used as such...
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It has wiring that needs to be connected to the worse coming out of your 120v wall outlet. My husband was able to do it by following the providing instructions and the color coded wiring. An electrician can do the same, but if someone you know can hookup an appliance to an existing outlet, you are all set.
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I agree with the previous response. If you know the outlet is good and its fully plugged in and you push the on button and nothing happens most likely the power supply in the unit is bad. Time to return it.....
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I tried ineach of the two sockets, both up and down. Would not fitat all. Tried two other sockets as well. May just be my apartment although I have never had trouble with any other item. Just thought you might want to know.
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At first, I answered, "I don't know", but I understand some appliances can be used with a converter. Have you tried contacting the manufacturer?
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We use lights on timers and the Fake TV still works. I think the light would have to be directly in front of the unit or very, very bright before it would be affected. Our lamps are off to the side of the Fake TV. You'd really have to test it out to see. We place the Fake TV units right in front of our TV screen. From outside the house you would swear there was a tv on inside.
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Hi Michael, sorry but I'm not sure I understand your question. To me, the "remote" is the actual part that looks like the light switch and that is what turns it on and off. The other part of the package plugs into a regular outlet and then you just plug into that whatever it is you're wanting to use the on/off switch for. I hope I answered your question. Recap: plug the "plug" part into the nearest outlet then plug in your appliance into that and put your "light switch" wherever you want it. Remember to pull out any protective battery terminal strip that they may use to stop battery drain.This is written by A. Gast's wife as I'm the one who wanted/used it :-) Hi Michael, sorry but I'm not sure I understand your question. To me, the "remote" is the actual part that looks like the light switch and that is what turns it on and off. The other part of the package plugs into a regular outlet and then you just plug into that whatever it is you're wanting to use the on/off switch for. I hope I answered your question. Recap: plug the "plug" part into the nearest outlet then plug in your appliance into that and put your "light switch" wherever you want it. Remember to pull out any protective battery terminal strip that they... » Read More Hi Michael, sorry but I'm not sure I understand your question. To me, the "remote" is the actual part that looks like the light switch and that is what turns it on and off. The other part of the package plugs into a regular outlet and then you just plug into that whatever it is you're wanting to use the on/off switch for. I hope I answered your question. Recap: plug the "plug" part into the nearest outlet then plug in your appliance into that and put your "light switch" wherever you want it. Remember to pull out any protective battery terminal strip that they may use to stop battery drain.This is written by A. Gast's wife as I'm the one who wanted/used it :-) « Show Less
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No, the socket isn't the same, i f u don't know how to do this research on ur own then u shouldn't try this
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I've only used mine twice and am not happy with it. My house is old with old wiring. Cannot use at same time as microwave or I throw a breaker. Otherwise, it seems to be efficient for cooking, power wise.
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You can use it for anything. It is just pre marked with some items for convenience. You can plug anything into any of the outlets. It comes with other tabs so you can cover up the ones if you put another device in that socket.
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This is a timer on the socket. So long as you don't exceed the rating for the timer (current) you should be able to run an extension cord from it with multiple outlets. If you exceed the current, you might trip a breaker or fuse or you might damage the timer. A few lights should not be an issue but if you ran multiple high power appliances, that could be a different story
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I simply plugged it in. I didn't remove the socket plate & it worked great.
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I opened up my unit (pictured). It's junk. As another commenter wrote, no connections at all that power any electronics. They banked (and were apparently right) that not many would open them up. I'm an electronics tech, $240 for plastic and a couple of power rails (metal). I am ashamed for buying such garbage...
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ANY "home"electrical wiring is bound by rules of Electrical wiring Code.Do NOT believe such an installation would comply with that Code.Also this item is only rated for 15 Amperes of current so safe usage of such outlet would be VERY limited to only small items.NO Refrigerator,freezer,microwave etc.In short....,though the concept is valid...such usage on a home would likely be improper,illegal,unsafe and in violation of National,state and local electrical Codes.Also such usage could negate your home insurance,and/or disconnection by Power company,by virtue of such violation.There are safe,legal alternatives. Any connection of a generator to a home is bound by a VERY strict Code. ANY "home"electrical wiring is bound by rules of Electrical wiring Code.Do NOT believe such an installation would comply with that Code.Also this item is only rated for 15 Amperes of current so safe usage of such outlet would be VERY limited to only small items.NO Refrigerator,freezer,microwave etc.In short....,though the concept is valid...such usage on a home would likely be improper,illegal,unsafe and in violation of National,state and local electrical Codes.Also such usage could negate your home insurance,and/or disconnection by Power company,by virtue of such... » Read More ANY "home"electrical wiring is bound by rules of Electrical wiring Code.Do NOT believe such an installation would comply with that Code.Also this item is only rated for 15 Amperes of current so safe usage of such outlet would be VERY limited to only small items.NO Refrigerator,freezer,microwave etc.In short....,though the concept is valid...such usage on a home would likely be improper,illegal,unsafe and in violation of National,state and local electrical Codes.Also such usage could negate your home insurance,and/or disconnection by Power company,by virtue of such violation.There are safe,legal alternatives. Any connection of a generator to a home is bound by a VERY strict Code. « Show Less