The US electrical system is not 120V
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Technology Connections explains that US household power is split-phase, with two 120V legs that combine to 240V for large appliances. It covers the breaker panel and how the system works.
Why HN recommends it: HN commenters point to it to correct misconceptions about US voltage and to explain 240V availability in American homes.
“There's a lot of misconceptions about US electricity. This video does a nice job at pointing out the good and the bad.” Read on HN ↗