Shadow , 5 months ago

That wire looks absolutely ancient. I would call it a fire hazard and just replace it outright.

Shouldn’t it just be the 2 hots and the ground though? 240v doesn’t use an extra wire afaik, unless you’re thinking 3phase or something.

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