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Why Some Devices Have Two Prong Plugs And Others Have Three (2016x172)
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In this video, we look at why some devices have two prong plugs and others have three, as well as whether it's safe to use a three prong to two prong plug adapter.
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http://ccd.fnal.gov/fire/Electrial_Safety.pdf
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