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Old 1/13/09, 2:42 PM
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As Home Inspector how do we check the 240 volt dryer outlet ?

Is there a tester similar to the device we stick into the 120 volt outlet

to check for correct wiring ?


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Use your NCVD to verify two 120 volt contacts.


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I use a Wiggy



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I use a Wiggy
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The wiggy (or similar device) is certainly more reliable and accurate, but the NCVD is quick and simple for determining if voltage is even present. . .


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The wiggy (or similar device) is certainly more reliable and accurate, but the NCVD is quick and simple for determining if voltage is even present. . .
Agreed.


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The wiggy (or similar device) is certainly more reliable and accurate, but the NCVD is quick and simple for determining if voltage is even present. . .
it certainly is and probably all that is necessary for Our purpose...I just happen to have had the wiggy for a couple thousand years so i use it....just habit.....


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Thanks everybody....
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With a Wiggy you will be able to verify grounding, with a NC tester you will not.
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