Code requirements for installing new dryers

03-26-2011, 05:19 PM	#1
Lilah Newbie   Join Date: Mar 2011 Posts: 2	Code requirements for installing new dryers Is it mandatory to use a 4 prong power cords on installation of new dryers in Alexandria, VA? Manufacturer is indifferent. Distributors claims warranty will be invalidated if I use a 3 prong, but not true according to the manufacturer.

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03-26-2011, 09:43 PM	#2
hardwareman #1 HAWKEYE FAN     Join Date: Oct 2010 Posts: 1,433	Code requirements for installing new dryers as far as I am aware there is no such code, if you currently have a 3 prong outlet you can use a 3 prong cord. This in no way will make your manufacturers warranty invalid. __________________ ................."I want a house that has gotten over all its troubles. I dont' want to spend the rest of life bringing up a young and inexperienced house"...........

03-26-2011, 10:47 PM	#3
jerseystyle26 Member   Join Date: Mar 2011 Posts: 49	Code requirements for installing new dryers New code requires new homes to have the 4pronged outlet,plug. The extra prong is for the seperation of the neautral and ground. If its an old house its not required, but its suggested you should chane the outlet,plug.