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Is it safe to connect TV power from A/C unit? (lemm.ee)

submitted 2 years ago by rambos@lemm.ee to c/electricians@lemmy.world

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Hey guys, Im in the process of moving to a new place. The wall where I want to mount TV doesnt have any power socket, but there is indoor A/C unit just next to it. Can I just connect a power strip cable to A/C unit terminals and use it as a socket for my LCD TV? Is there any risk Im not aware of?

I live in EU and have 220V AC mains. AC is ~1kW indoor unit and also ~1kW outdoor unit. TV is just regular 43" LCD.

I have a general knowledge about electricity (high school), but have no experience with A/C units.

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[–] MNByChoice@midwest.social 1 points 2 years ago (1 children)

I do not know EU electric standards. I am not an electrician.

Air conditioners are often put on their own circuit with a dedicated outlet for a reason (a few I think). Power draw, inducted noise, and having a dedicated circuit breaker.

[–] rambos@lemm.ee 1 points 2 years ago

Thx, it make sense. Even tho my AC is hard wired, no socket