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Refridgerator in Garage - Help
Posted on 10/30/23 at 8:57 am
Posted on 10/30/23 at 8:57 am
I was given a fridge for my garage. The location that we have to put doesn't allow the power cord to reach the outlet...
Is it safe to use a heavy-duty extension cord (e.g., 14 or 12 gauge) to extend the reach of the fridge's power cord? I understand this might not be the ideal solution.
Is it necessary for a fridge to be on a dedicated circuit, or is it acceptable to share a circuit?
Are there any potential risks, aside from tripping the breaker, if it's not on a dedicated circuit?
Are there longer power cords available specifically designed for fridges, or is using an extension cord the only practical option for extending the reach to the outlet?
Is it safe to use a heavy-duty extension cord (e.g., 14 or 12 gauge) to extend the reach of the fridge's power cord? I understand this might not be the ideal solution.
Is it necessary for a fridge to be on a dedicated circuit, or is it acceptable to share a circuit?
Are there any potential risks, aside from tripping the breaker, if it's not on a dedicated circuit?
Are there longer power cords available specifically designed for fridges, or is using an extension cord the only practical option for extending the reach to the outlet?
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Posted on 10/30/23 at 9:03 am to Lazy But Talented
desirable but not required
the risk you take is that the break trips under load and the fridge isn’t running for days before you are aware
plug it in on your cord and let it run empty for a few days. If the compressor kicking on doesn’t trip then go for it. It would help to know what else is on the outlet circuit so you can be mindful of not overloading it
the risk you take is that the break trips under load and the fridge isn’t running for days before you are aware
plug it in on your cord and let it run empty for a few days. If the compressor kicking on doesn’t trip then go for it. It would help to know what else is on the outlet circuit so you can be mindful of not overloading it
Posted on 10/30/23 at 9:05 am to cgrand
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plug it in on your cord and let it run empty for a few days. If the compressor kicking on doesn’t trip then go for it. It would help to know what else is on the outlet circuit so you can be mindful of not overloading it
Is this in response to the extension cord?
There is a small electronic clock and two LED lights that I replaced for the disc lights. Then I charge my ryobi lawn equipment batteries on the garage outlets as well.
Posted on 10/30/23 at 9:17 am to Lazy But Talented
Is the breaker a 10A, 15A or 20A circuit? If 15A or 20A, you should be good.
Use the shortest 12ga extension cord that will be long enough to reach the outlet. Shouldn't be an issue with those devices.
Use the shortest 12ga extension cord that will be long enough to reach the outlet. Shouldn't be an issue with those devices.
Posted on 10/30/23 at 9:30 am to Lazy But Talented
I've had a fridge running in the garage on an extension cord for almost 10 years. No issues.
Posted on 10/30/23 at 9:31 am to WhiskeyThrottle
The breaker is 15A.
Posted on 10/30/23 at 9:47 am to Lazy But Talented
I have had a fridge on a 14ga cord that is about 15' too long for years. Never had a problem. The fridge cord itself is pretty flimsy - no way it's more than 14ga.
Posted on 10/30/23 at 1:22 pm to REB BEER
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I've had a fridge running in the garage on an extension cord for almost 10 years. No issues.
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Posted on 10/30/23 at 1:50 pm to Major Dutch Schaefer
Thanks for the responses everyone. Grabbing a 12ga extension cord.
Posted on 10/30/23 at 4:02 pm to lsujro
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I have had a fridge on a 14ga cord that is about 15' too long for years. Never had a problem. The fridge cord itself is pretty flimsy - no way it's more than 14ga.
A 14ga would probably not be an issue either. But underwiring an appliance or any electronic device makes the device work a bit harder. At 14ga, the fridge could potentially give out before it otherwise would with a 12ga.
More than likely, some component of the fridge would go out before the cord would become a problem. But, the nominal cost of a 12 ga vs a 14 ga, it's probably worth it just to find the properly sized cord to eliminate or reduce that possibility.
Posted on 10/31/23 at 2:01 am to Lazy But Talented
A 15 amp breaker will handle 14 gauge wire. You might look to see the maximum amps the frig will pull.
Posted on 10/31/23 at 12:21 pm to Lazy But Talented
Neighbor had a full sized fridge on an extension cord for well over 10 years and it worked well. I suspect it was 20 amp breaker.
Posted on 11/1/23 at 10:35 pm to Lazy But Talented
Fridges yes suprisingly little power. Plug the fridge into the extension cord and let it run a while. After it runs a while, be sure the extension cord and the wall socket are not getting hot…if not, you’re good.
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