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Yes. The two voltages are a nominal figure. The lower range of voltages can go from 110 to 120 volts. All equipment rated within the ranges from 110 to 120 volts are all compatible with each other. This ten volt range is brought about by the power company, as they have a responsibility to keep voltages within a certain 10% range. The load will only notice a difference of 1% on the load current. e.g. Wattage load of 2400. Amps = watts/volts. 2400/110V = 21 amps. 2400/120V = 20 amps. On a constant resistance as the voltage goes lower, the current goes higher and vice versa as the voltage goes higher, the current goes lower.

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If you plug a 115 Volt device into a 220 Volt circuit, you are putting double the voltage potential through the device. Some devices may endure double the rated voltage for more than a few seconds, but most will fail almost immediately.

That includes an air conditioner motor.

If you have any questions or concerns about the electrical current for your air conditioner, contact a local electrician or handyman, if they are allowed in your state.

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Receptacles don't matter, these are connectors only. If the Plug and Receptacle match, they can be plugged. CAUTION: You cannot plug a 110V A/C in a 230V receptacle if the current supplied behind the receptacle is 230V, it will seriously damage your A/C and can cause fire as well.

You can easily measure the current supply by getting a 110/220V simple detector from a hardware shop. Mine has 2 sets of lights in it, if only one glows then it is 110-120V, if both lights glow then it is 220-240V current.

If still in doubt, get an electrician to help you out. Good Luck

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It won`t or should not have fit. No,,, It will burn up

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I've had a 115V Frigidaire window unit plugged into my standard 110V wall socket for a few years. Works great!

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No, a 230 volt AC requires two phases of electricity and also a different type of plug.

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Only if you like sparks, smoke and don't want the 115 volt device anymore. This is a bad and dangerous thing to do and the plugs shouldn't be compatible.

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Yes. The wall outlet in your home (U.S.) is actually 120 volts and not 110 as most people assume. You may have to change the outlet if the plug on the A/C will not work.

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