Electric Dryer Plug Installation

Bring power cord through strain relief.

Electric dryer plug installation.

This configuration did not include a dedicated ground connection. In todays video we are taking a look at how to install a 4 or 3 prong dryer wire. Choose electrical connection type power supply cord 4 wire receptacle nema type 14 30r. Prepare dryer for leveling legs 2.

Due to changes in the national electrical code nec recommended wiring for electric clothes dryer outlets changed in 1996 before the change dryer outlets were 3 slot devices that accepted 3 prong cords. For the power supply cord you can use a 4 wire receptacle or a 3 wire receptacle follow steps 7 10 for the 4 wire receptacle or follow steps 11 13 for the 3 wire receptacle. Screw in leveling legs diamond marking electrical installation for power supply cord installations. These fittings typically have a top and bottom half.

Saturday from 8 a m. The dryer s equipment ground case ground was connected to the neutral conductor in the dryer cord and the household circuit. Secure the cord. Choose your electrical connection type.

Be sure the dryer cord is unplugged from the wall. Instructions on how to install a 3 wire power cord to your dryer. Unplug the dryer cord before working on the appliance. Dryer on the corner posts until it is close to its final location.

That would conform to current codes because it has a separate ground wire. Always remember safety is the number one thing. 4 prong dryer cord to match your outlet. Almost all manufacturers sell dryers without a cord attached allowing you to select 3 prong vs.

Our chat service hours are monday friday from 8 a m. Insert the tab of each half into the dryer cord hole so it is flat against the inside of the dryer panel. Ul recognized strain relief to power cord entry hole. Do not plug a dryer cord into a receptacle unless it is properly and completely connected to the dryer.

Thank you for your inquiry. Leave enough room to connect the exhaust vent. For the direct wire you can use a 4 wire direct connection or a 3 wire direct connection follow steps 14 17 for the 4 wire direct connection or follow steps 18 20 for the 3 wire. The better thing to do would be to run a new cable with four wires and install a four wire receptacle such as a nema 14 30p.

Install a new strain relief fitting to secure the cord where it enters the dryer panel. Turn off the circuit breaker s 30 amp or remove the dryer s circuit fuse at the electrical box.