I currently have a Type 1 Surge Protection Device installed in the meter panel on the side of my house. There is another breaker panel right next to the meter panel and this second panel has breakers for the AC units, Pool Equipment, Sprinkler Timer, and Outside Landscape Light outlet. As it is currently installed, I understand that the device will protect everything. The device's green light is no longer lit which indicates it is no longer functioning (according to the mfg's instructions). I have to replace the device and I'm considering going with a Type 2 device with user replaceable modules so that I don't have to call the electrician each time that the device dies. Question: I have two more breaker panels in the garage that contain all of the breakers for the house. Ideally, I would like to be able to protect everything, including the items connected to the breaker panel outside(ie: pool equipment etc.). If I put a new Type 2 device inside the garage at the first slot in the first of the two breaker panels in the garage, will that protect the items connected to the outside breaker panel - pool equipment? (I'm assuming the answer is 'no', but figured I should double check) I would like to be able to easily see the status lights on the new Type 2 surge protection device so that I know if a module has gone bad. Could the new Type 2 device be connected in the first slot of the panel that is located right next to the meter and then I drill a hole through the concrete block wall and mount the Type 2 device inside the garage? That way I can see the lights every day since the cars are parked in the garage and I'm in there often. Also, some of the user replaceable module type SPDs have a breaker switch built in and so I would simply flip the breaker and swap the module. Another one I have seen does not have a breaker built in- does that mean that I would simply flip the breaker in the breaker panel where it is connected and then change the module and flip the breaker back on? (I have been looking at the Intermatic IG2240-IMSK & IG2280-OM) Thanks in advance for your insight :)

I come here in hopes I can get a quick answer before buying this equipment. I am interested in a Hobart food Mixer that is rated at 208 Volt, Single phase. I would like to use it at home. Is it possible, or do I need an UP converter to bring it to 220 volt, etc? The 208 volt tag does not say 208-240, just straight 208 volt. I am hoping I can use it at home, cross my fingers!! Any help would be mist appreciated! Thank you Ed