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Old 01-04-2010, 09:24 AM
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Can anyone tell me if it is safe to convert the outlet in the grage design for golf cart recharge to a normal double oulet? We have a gas golf cart, so don't need it, but could use another set of normal outlets. I did check and see that it is on a designated 20 amp circut breaker in the box, so figure it may be ok to convert, but just want to ask!
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It can be easily converted to a simple duplex outlet. Please be sure to use a 20 amp duplex outlet when making the conversion. Check the side of the box when making the purcahse. You will notice that the plug sockets are configured a little differently on a 20 amp. It will still take standard plug in appliances with no problem.

While it is a simple conversion, if you are not sure of yourself, please call a qualified electrician. If you do it yourself, be sure to plug an appliance into the current outlet, turn it on, then turn off the circuit breaker. That way, you will be sure you are turning off the correct breaker.

JLK