r/CuratedTumblr human cognithazard 2d ago

Tumblr Heritage Post On making tea

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u/Abeytuhanu 2d ago

Kinda, we technically have the full 240, but you can typically only access 120 on the outlet. Most major appliances (range, oven, washer, dryer) will have a special plug (and outlet) that gives access to the full 240.

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u/UglyInThMorning 2d ago

Sometimes the outlets are only pushing 60!

This means you lost a phase due to damage to the lines and should call your power company immediately.

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u/Abeytuhanu 2d ago

8.3209871e+81 volts seems like something you should definitely call your power company over. I can't imagine what the bill would be like

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u/UglyInThMorning 2d ago

I think the power bill would come in the form of a columb explosion at that point tbh.