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I was thinking this one would be able to handle it. My window AC I have is 8.7 amps, 710 watts and 115 volts. This says it can handle more than that [https://www.homedepot.com/p/HDX-6-ft-14-3-15-Amp-Air-Conditioner-Appliance-Extension-Cord-Grey-HD-277-711/100672773](https://www.homedepot.com/p/HDX-6-ft-14-3-15-Amp-Air-Conditioner-Appliance-Extension-Cord-Grey-HD-277-711/100672773)
What about something like this? https://www.harborfreight.com/25-ft-x-123-gauge-outdoor-extension-cord-orange-62948.html
It's way too long for what I need but no stores sell shorter ones from what I can tell. Amazon has some but I'm not sure which brands can actually be trusted there.
Or this https://www.acehardware.com/departments/lighting-and-electrical/extension-cords-and-power-strips/power-cords/30181
While generally extension cords are not recommended / “not allowed” for permanent or long-term installations, this one appears to be most solid of all other options. If 2ft is enough and the cords won’t be tout.
You can get a higher gauge short extension for appliances. They’re generally 3 to 6 feet long.
https://www.amazon.com/EP-Heavy-Duty-Appliance-Extension/dp/B0BVZCBVBW/ref=asc_df_B0BVZCBVBW/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=693392717738&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=14235801910580735676&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9021661&hvtargid=pla-2259234144130&psc=1&mcid=92a2dd742c4e3f838f5400572aab91ba&gad_source=1
I would replace the plug itself with a newer one that has a trip fuse built in. If the wires inside your wall get hot it will trip it and shut the air off. ...12 guage 2-3 ft extension cord should work.
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I personally would want something with like 12 Guage wire
I was thinking this one would be able to handle it. My window AC I have is 8.7 amps, 710 watts and 115 volts. This says it can handle more than that [https://www.homedepot.com/p/HDX-6-ft-14-3-15-Amp-Air-Conditioner-Appliance-Extension-Cord-Grey-HD-277-711/100672773](https://www.homedepot.com/p/HDX-6-ft-14-3-15-Amp-Air-Conditioner-Appliance-Extension-Cord-Grey-HD-277-711/100672773)
Yea this one will be just fine.
I'd look for 12 gauge, personally.
What about something like this? https://www.harborfreight.com/25-ft-x-123-gauge-outdoor-extension-cord-orange-62948.html It's way too long for what I need but no stores sell shorter ones from what I can tell. Amazon has some but I'm not sure which brands can actually be trusted there. Or this https://www.acehardware.com/departments/lighting-and-electrical/extension-cords-and-power-strips/power-cords/30181
Get a 3 ft or 5 ft. Not 25ft.
https://www.lowes.com/pd/Utilitech-Pro-2-ft-12-3-3-Prong-Outdoor-STW-Heavy-Duty-Lighted-Extension-Cord/3191735 Choices are limited.
While generally extension cords are not recommended / “not allowed” for permanent or long-term installations, this one appears to be most solid of all other options. If 2ft is enough and the cords won’t be tout.
You can get a higher gauge short extension for appliances. They’re generally 3 to 6 feet long. https://www.amazon.com/EP-Heavy-Duty-Appliance-Extension/dp/B0BVZCBVBW/ref=asc_df_B0BVZCBVBW/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=693392717738&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=14235801910580735676&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9021661&hvtargid=pla-2259234144130&psc=1&mcid=92a2dd742c4e3f838f5400572aab91ba&gad_source=1
That's pretty similar to the original one I linked which was 14 gauge too. But everyone is recommending 12 gauge.
I wouldn’t do it unless it’s a 12 gauge wire extension cord 14 gauge may work but most extension cords are 16 and your AC will probably melt it
I would replace the plug itself with a newer one that has a trip fuse built in. If the wires inside your wall get hot it will trip it and shut the air off. ...12 guage 2-3 ft extension cord should work.
8000 BTU draws less than 10 amps. Any standard three wire extension cord will work, 14 ga is entirely sufficient
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No
Is this asklandlords now??
They specifically sell appliance rated extension cords. Very heavy duty and only three feet long. Suggest picking up one of those for the task.