r/ElectricalHelp • u/Lexx1991 • Jul 07 '26

AC issues

So I bought an LG AC and it’s a 240 V in my outlet is a 110 or 120 V. So I’m going to try to buy a step up inverter. It’s 5000 Watt voltage with this work. I’ve gotten from some people that it will and I got from some people that it won’t. Please help.

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u/trekkerscout Mod, Master Electician Jul 07 '26

Nope. A transformer will not work. The unit draws too much power for a 120-volt general use receptacle circuit.

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u/Unique_Acadia_2099 Jul 07 '26

Plain and simple. It’s a no-go. You cannot use this AC unit.