The plug socket for the microwave has stopped working. I need to replace it. I don't know how many watts it should be. Is that the proper word - watts? For years we had a wire hanging in the cupboard for a vent fan we never put in. I just went out and bought a double socket (3 prong) and case for it. When I went to buy one today they told me I would need to know how many watts it was, there were choices like 15 and 20.
What wattage is a normal socket? I am wondering if it broke because it was not large enough. How can I find out how many watts that line is? It is in the kitchen and I would think it was a little stronger than the other plugs in the house. The house is 30 years old. Any suggestions?
Thank you.