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   From: tkoenig@netcologne.de   
      
   BCFD 36  schrieb:   
      
   > When we moved into our current house in 1984, the contractor had not yet   
   > taken out the temporary power hookup that was on an 10x10 post in the   
   > front yard (sandy patch in reality). I was working on something next to   
   > the power pole, plugged in my electric drill, and pulled the trigger.   
   > Blue sparks shot out the vent holes about a foot in all directions.   
   >   
   > After changing my pants, I determined that the contractor had wired the   
   > 220v into a standard 120v socket. I had some uncharitable thoughts about   
   > him and his ancestors.   
      
   What is 220 V used for in the US (assuming that this took place   
   there)?  I assume it would be 220 V/60 Hz?   
      
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