A Watt is a
measurement of how much power something uses. If you divide the wattage by
the voltage it will tell you the amperage.
(1875w/125v = 15A) so, 1875
Watts = 15 amps
The Bathroom
outlet in most homes is only on a 15 amp circuit breaker!!.
Unless your house is Brand New this is probably the case. And this 15 amp
circuit probably supplies lights and/or outlets in several other rooms as well.
This is a potentially hazardous
situation. Although the Hair Dryer may run for awhile while other loads
are also on (or is
used on a Lower Heat setting) this is putting an awful strain on the
Electrical system. Any
slightly loose connection could cause heat to build up and this
only tends to get worse until the circuit breaks somehow. This could mean
that the Circuit Breaker Trips or that the loose connection separates or
burns away. The NEC Code, as of
1999, calls for a 20 Amp circuit for Bathroom receptacles (GFCI
of course) with no other devices in other rooms connected to it (except for another
Bathroom Receptacle). Because it is so important that this, and other
Small Appliance Circuits be installed properly, it should only be
attempted by an experienced Electrician.
