Question 1

There is conflicting informaton in the answers...does the unit serve the bottom three of its outlets via the bottom wall plug independently ?

Accepted Answer

The answers given are mostly right, but there is confusion.  However, I have pictures of this model (GE # 54947), AND I ohm'ed it out.  (If I can't post here, I will follow up with a Review where I know you can post pictures.)  For the GE model I noted, there are 6 metal prongs on the back side.  Each has a Hot, a Neutral, and a Ground.  Each set of 3 is INDEPENDENT of the other.  If you had a standard duplex receptacle that, say, was wired with one of the outlets ON, and the other SWITCHED, then that pattern would be reflected on the front of the Adapter.  One bank of 3 would be on, and the other bank of 3 would be switched.  I verified this by ohmmeter.

Question 2

Will this plug into a 2 prong outlet ?

Accepted Answer

No, as this device is designed to cover existing grounded duplexes only. You can only use this device with a three-prong outlet.

Question 3

How man amps is this unit rated for 15 or 20?

Accepted Answer

A plug or receptacle of this type is 15 Amps max. A 20 Amp plug or receptacle has one of the blade contacts turned 90 degrees (perpendicular to the other) and will not plug into this, as the blade contacts are parallel.

Question 4

Is that long screw at center of the plate necessary or can that screw be removed?

Accepted Answer

You can remove the screw, but it's what holds the whole unit in place securely.  It will stay plugged, but with the screw it holds it in place in the wall.  You just remove the current switchplate and put this on in place of it.

ASIN	B00006IBFA
Amperage	15 Amps
Brand	GE
Built-In Media	6-outlet Grounded Wall Tap
Color	White
Colour	White
Compatible Devices	Tablet
Customer Reviews	4.7 out of 5 stars 21,292 Reviews
Global Trade Identification Number	00043180566331
Item Weight	1 Pounds
Manufacturer	GE
Mfr Part Number	54947
Model Number	54947
Number of Items	1
Number of Outlets	3
Number of Ports	6
Other Special Features of the Product	Travel
Plug Type	Type B
Power Plug Type	Type B - 3 pin (North American)
Recommended Uses For Product	Kitchen
Recommended uses for product	Kitchen
Special features	Travel
Total Usb Ports	3
Total power outlets	3
UPC	043180566331
Unit Count	1 Count
Voltage	125 Volts (AC)

GE 54947 6 Grounded Adapter Wall Tap 3 Prong Outlets, Secure Install, UL Listed White

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