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you do NOT put two 110v breakers in. you put 1 two pole breaker in. the panel is designed to give you 220v off one side OR the other side if you use a 2 pole breaker on one side or the other side. If you look at both 120V lines on an oscilloscope you will notice that they are both 120V to the neutral, but they are 180 degrees out of phase. This means that when one hot is at +120V the other is at -120V. So between the two you have 240V. If you put your meter across both hots you should see 240V. If you do not see 240V across both hots you (or an unlicenced electrician) has wired the outlet without using a proper 220V breaker. You do not see 240V because the hots are in phase, to the voltage differential is 0V, not 240V. 220V breakers cannot do this, unless forcebly installed in the wrong type panel. More than likely someone tried to wire it with 110V breakers.
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Is 10 foot dryer cord safe?
A 10-foot dryer cord can be safe if it is properly rated for the dryer’s voltage and amperage requirements and is installed correctly according to local electrical codes. It’s important to ensure that the cord is in good condition and not frayed or damaged. Additionally, the cord should be connected to a compatible outlet that can handle the dryer’s energy demands. Always consult a qualified electrician if you have any doubts about installation or safety.
How many watts per day does a standard tumble dryer use?
There is no such thing as a 'watt per day'. A watt is an instantaneous measurement of the rate at which you are using energy. To find the 'wattage' of a standard tumble dryer, check its nameplate data.
How does indesit dryer knob looks like?
The Indesit dryer knob typically features a circular design, often with a textured grip for easy turning. It usually has clear markings or symbols indicating different settings, such as drying time and fabric types. The color is often black or white, matching the overall design of the dryer. Some models may also have a digital display integrated near the knob for added functionality.
Where can you find loose change?
washer and dryer people leave change in their pockets and it always falls out
Will a sweater that is 55 percent silk and 45 percent linen shrink if put in dryer?
Yes, a sweater made of 55% silk and 45% linen may shrink if placed in the dryer. Both silk and linen can be sensitive to heat; silk may lose its shape and linen can shrink when exposed to high temperatures. To minimize the risk of shrinking, it's best to air-dry the sweater or use a low-heat setting if you choose to use a dryer. Always check the care label for specific instructions.
What are the necessary steps for installing a dryer receptacle box in a laundry room?
To install a dryer receptacle box in a laundry room, follow these steps: Turn off the power to the area where you will be working. Locate a suitable location for the receptacle box near the dryer. Cut a hole in the wall for the box using a drywall saw. Install the box securely in the wall. Connect the wiring to the receptacle according to the manufacturer's instructions. Secure the receptacle in the box and cover it with a faceplate. Turn the power back on and test the receptacle to ensure it is working properly.
Who sells 8 ft 3 prong dryer cords?
Under the new electrical code rules three prong dryer cord receptacles and therefore cords are not allowed to be installed. As you are finding out, stores are not carrying them in stock any more. You should consider an upgrade for safety sakes, to a four prong plug cord and change the wall receptacle to a four prong receptacle. There are instructions on how to do this your self on Answers.
How high to install a dryer receptacle?
For convenience I install the receptacle just above the backboard of the dryer. This way if the dryer is to be moved out of its location it can be unplugged before the move is started. Sometimes the dryer is located in a confined space and it is hard to reach down to the floor level to unplug the dryer with out becoming an acrobat.
Should a 3 wire 250 volt drier be grounded?
Yes, most definitely. Provisions for the ground wire in the dryer receptacle should be used. The feeder cable's ground wire is first grounded to the receptacle's junction box ground screw and then taken to the receptacle's ground terminal. The dryer plug configuration will match up to the dryers four wire plug in cable. When the plug is connected into the dryer receptacle the ground terminals of both devices will match and the ground wire will be continuous from the voltage source at the distribution panel and complete the circuit at the dryer. This low impedance electrical path will conduct any ground fault that could occur at the dryer and trip the feeder breaker of the dryer circuit, there by removing the fault current from the dryer circuit.
What is the proper electrical requirement for a 30 amp dryer receptacle?
The proper electrical requirement for a 30 amp dryer receptacle is a dedicated 240 volt circuit with a 30 amp circuit breaker and a 3-prong or 4-prong outlet.
My 110 washer will work my 220 dryer will work. why will it throw breaker when both are plugged in on separate breakers?
Your 110 volt washer receptacle sounds like it is not a dedicated circuit directly fed from the distribution panel as it should be. It sounds like someone has tapped off of one side of the dryer receptacle hot and neutral terminals and run them to the receptacle for the washer. If true, this would have been done in the back side of the dryer receptacles which is located in the wall. You best get it checked out because it is likely the wire feeding the washer receptacle is a #14 rated at 15 amps and is undersized for a 30 amp breaker. A #10 wire has the capacity to be connected to a 30 amp breaker which you should find the dryer's connection to be.
You were shocked by a dryer receptacle is there any danger?
Yes there is a serious danger. The breaker should be tripping under this condition and not allowing the frame of the dryer to become electrically energized. It means that the ground wire is missing from the dryer receptacle or the dryer cord is not grounded to the machine. Shut the breaker off to the dryer and remove the dryer receptacle. Look for a bare copper wire. It should be bonded to the box and then to the receptacles U shaped pin hole. If this end is fine check the dryer end where the cord goes into the back of the dryer to make sure the green ground wire is connected to the frame of the dryer. If you don't feel competent of doing this get some electrical help as this condition needs to be repaired before you use the dryer again. If you were shocked and recovered, you will be OK You should report it though because it could kill someone, for example, if they had a heart problem of some kind.
Is it necessary to wire for an electric range and dryer if you are using gas to meet code?
I don't think you quite understand your question. If this is new construction, (or redesign), and you are installing a gas range, the gas line has to be installed to code. If you are abandoning already installed electrical wiring, you should either remove the wiring and the circuit breakers or securely seal the ends of the wires with wire nuts and tape and turn off the circuit breakers. It also helps to lable the wires and circuit breakers as "old - not in use".
Is there an adapter for New dryer with 4 prongs and receptcale in wall has 3 holes?
I do not believe there is an adapter, it would probably violate the electric code. The fourth wire is a separate ground wire. The best fix would be to have a four-hole receptacle installed by an electrician.
Is the landlord responsible to have plumbing installed for a washer and dryer?
It depends on the terms of a lease. If a washer and dryer hookup is not installed in the unit or property, then it is expected that your laundry be done off-premises.
Can a hair dryer trip a gfi receptacle?
Yes, a hair dryer can trip a GFCI receptacle if there is a ground fault, electrical short, or moisture present that triggers the GFCI's safety mechanism. It is important to ensure that the hair dryer and the outlet are in good working condition to prevent tripping the GFCI.
If you have a Kenmore electric dryer with a 4-prong cord but the house you moved to has a 3-prong 240V outlet can you replace the outlet receptor without altering the fuse box?
The short answer is No.A longer answer to your question is that the make of dryer is not a key factor and that - to be safe and to comply with the latest wiring codes - the best advice anyone should give you is to call a licensed electrician to upgrade the 3-prong outlet to the correct type of 4-prong outlet and to make sure that the correct size circuit breakers and wiring are used.For more information see the answers to the Related Questions shown below.Presuming that your house was not built before the mid 60's you can change the receptacle to a four wire. Shut the breaker off to the dryer. Remove the receptacle screws and look at the back of the mounting box. As long as there is a three wire cable with ground wire coming into the box the following applies. There you should see a ground wire around a screw to ground the box. Install the new receptacle just the same way as the old one was, wire for wire. Now on the ground terminal of the new receptacle add a new wire of the same size as the ground and terminate it under the same screw as the ground wire that comes into the box. If when you look into the box and there is only a three wire and no ground in the existing cable, a new cable from the panel to the dryer receptacle will have to be installed or a insulated ground wire has to be installed from the receptacle to the panel ground bus.As always, if you are in doubt about what to do, the best advice anyone should give you is to call a licensed electrician to advise what work is needed.Before you do any work yourself,on electrical circuits, equipment or appliances,always use a test meter to ensure the circuit is, in fact, de-energized.IF YOU ARE NOT ALREADY SURE YOU CAN DO THIS JOBSAFELY AND COMPETENTLYREFER THIS WORK TO QUALIFIED PROFESSIONALS.
