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"Declan's Dad" > wrote:

> My wife and I plan to buy this chest freezer:
> http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_1...nces&cName= F
> reezers+%26+Ice+Makers&sName=Chest
>
> The reason is because we plan to join BJ's Wholesale club and start
> buying in bulk. And start freezing more so we can buy/use wisely. And
> our current regular fridge's freezer just can't handle.
>
> So just wondering if anyone here owns one and has any advice to share?
>
> Can you plug this into a 3 prong outlet just like any appliance that
> requires 3 prongs?

Yes.

>
> Do these freezer add a lot to the electric bill?
>
> Thanks!

No.

I did have to add an extra circuit to the house finally tho' to handle
the load. All kitchen appliances were on one wall.

The microwave and coffemaker were the biggest issues. They pull a LOT of
current! Make sure that whatever circuit you plug it into has those two
items separate.
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