Hi All.
As the subject line says, I wish to extend the cable for a (1000W) microwave whose rated voltage is 230-240 V 50 Hz and input power is Max 2390 W (whatever that means). The instruction manual cautions against using an extension lead, stating that the microwave must be plugged directly into the wall (for whatever reason).
The cable only requires extending by about 12 inches. Do I simply need to cut the existing moulded plug off (yes, I know that voids any warranty), get a kettle lead and cut one end off and attach both cables to an in line cable connector?
If yes, then could anyone recommend any specific connector and lead that would be reliable, safe and legal for the above purpose? Would any kettle lead supplied with computers be suitable along with the connector in the link below or do they need to meet some particular specification?
http://www.diy-spares.com/cgi-bin/p...electrical+fldelectricalsockets+fldconnectors
Would it make any difference if the cable is cut nearer to the microwave and a longer cable is attached (which would be more than 12 inches) so that the cable connector can be hidden behind the microwave?
Any advice would be much appreciated!
Thanks.
As the subject line says, I wish to extend the cable for a (1000W) microwave whose rated voltage is 230-240 V 50 Hz and input power is Max 2390 W (whatever that means). The instruction manual cautions against using an extension lead, stating that the microwave must be plugged directly into the wall (for whatever reason).
The cable only requires extending by about 12 inches. Do I simply need to cut the existing moulded plug off (yes, I know that voids any warranty), get a kettle lead and cut one end off and attach both cables to an in line cable connector?
If yes, then could anyone recommend any specific connector and lead that would be reliable, safe and legal for the above purpose? Would any kettle lead supplied with computers be suitable along with the connector in the link below or do they need to meet some particular specification?
http://www.diy-spares.com/cgi-bin/p...electrical+fldelectricalsockets+fldconnectors
Would it make any difference if the cable is cut nearer to the microwave and a longer cable is attached (which would be more than 12 inches) so that the cable connector can be hidden behind the microwave?
Any advice would be much appreciated!
Thanks.