Multimeter showing 10v and 12? Dryer still tumbles.
First; I know nothing of electricity and I bought thos multimeter an hour ago. Before going off to buy a new dryer I tested the outlet. Its 4 prong and showing 10 volts and 12 volts across. Supposedly it should show 200ish. My question is, the dryer still tumbles fine but no heat. Can a dryer tumble with that low voltage or is it user error of the multimeter. Trying to avoid electrician visit or buying a new dryer for no reason. submitted by /u/holdcspine [link] [comments]
First; I know nothing of electricity and I bought thos multimeter an hour ago.
Before going off to buy a new dryer I tested the outlet.
Its 4 prong and showing 10 volts and 12 volts across. Supposedly it should show 200ish.
My question is, the dryer still tumbles fine but no heat. Can a dryer tumble with that low voltage or is it user error of the multimeter.
Trying to avoid electrician visit or buying a new dryer for no reason.
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