User: xformer, Location: Dallas, Tx
Asked on: Monday, May 2, 2011 at 5:18 pm EDT
Answered on: Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 4:52 am EDT
Question: Can someone give me some examples of equipment that would require a an Equipment ground in order to function?
Electric tools
Drills, saws, sanders, and other electric tools typically require a ground to protect the user from electrical shock.
Appliances
Refrigerators, ovens, and other appliances also require a ground to protect the user from electrical shock.
Computers and electronics
Computers, televisions, and other electronic devices require a ground to protect them from damage caused by electrical surges.
Medical equipment
Medical equipment, such as EKG machines and defibrillators, require a ground to ensure the safety of the patient.*
Industrial machinery: Industrial machinery, such as motors, pumps, and conveyors, require a ground to protect the user from electrical shock and to prevent damage to the equipment. Flag for review