KPA500 240V wiring

[Jay Kobelin]

I assume from the schematics for 240V operation, the KPA500 is wired across the two 120V legs to create the 240V (with no return line).  I understand the safety wire is another lead.

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[Jim Brown-10]

On 1/24/2013 8:40 PM, Jay wrote:
> I assume from the schematics for 240V operation, the KPA500 is wired across the two 120V legs to create the 240V

Right.

> (with no return line).

The other side of 240 V IS the return line.  Neutral is NOT used for
240V equipment. Neutral WOULD be necessary if the equipment also needed
120V to operate, but ONLY if that was the case, and a 4-wire plug would
be required.

>   I understand the safety wire is another lead.

Yes, and it's the green wire and goes to the chassis.
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