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For a gas dryer in the US you will need a 120 volt outlet to plug into. The old electric dryer was 220 volts so that outlet cannot be used as it is currently. Second, you will need to have a gas line run to the site of the new dryer. That should be it.
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∙ 15y agoI believe electric dryers are less expensive to purchase, I know they cost more to operate.
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∙ 15y agoWell if the back of your dryer is pluged into a power outlet of some sort its a electrical and if a pipe runs into it that is a gas dryer
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∙ 13y agono..they are laid out differant internaly..sorry
actually, you can do it, just replace the electric heater with gas burner, but you must replace it with the same type
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∙ 12y agoWho knows...
The gas part is gas no electrical
Dont try make this all lyrical
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∙ 11y agoNO
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How do you switch a gas dryer to an electric?
no, unless you can find a gas powered generator to make your electricity, then yes. No!! In the electric dryer there is a heating element ... for a gas dryer there is a heating box where a gas flame has to exist in order to heat sufficiently for the clothes to dry. Configuring an electric dryer to gas is impractical, and simply an unwise thing to even attempt. The conversion process would cost more than just going out and purchaseing a gas dryer.
How can you change a gas dryer to a electrical dryer with out buying a new one because you just brought this set you just moved and this house do not have gas only electric what can you do?
First open the door and let all the gas BTU's out and then pull the gas pipe off and install electric gassifyer without disturbing the cog's... Once that's done put a handkerchief in and switch on just to make sure the gas is dead and the electric is burning... Easy.
Does dryer need to be gas if stove is gas?
no, they are not connected however if gas is an option it is usually cheaper and most electric dryers require a special high voltage outlet. if you do not already have one installed it maybe best to go with the gas you have to weigh out the prices of installation. ie moving gas line if needed, installing 240v outlet (most cities require permit and licensed electricians $$$), and price of buying proper dryer good luck :)
How do you change from LP dryer to gas dryer?
for USA, Canada and other countries running a 60 Hz supply service.For installation of any gas-powered appliances you should always call an experienced gas technician who holds a license to do the work.Improper installation can result in gas leakage, fire, explosion, serious injury and death.Always follow the recommendations of the dryer manufacturer.It's a good idea when working indoors with any gas appliance to set a fan in the work area. This hastens ventilation in case of a minor error. Once the gas lines are connected, the gas restored and the fan switched off, a gas smell usually indicates a very recent problem, ie, you have a leak.There are three separate connections to be made on a gas dryer.1. The gas connection. Always use a NEW flex line hose, available at home improvement stores or wherever dryers are sold. Wrap the male threads with Teflon tape to insure a tight seal. Gently and snugly tighten the two ends of the flex line to the gas stub out in the wall and the dryer.2. Spray soapy water onto the gas flex line connections to check for gas leaks. The appearance of growing bubbles indicates a leak. Repeat step one if necessary.3. The exhaust duct. Secure the large foil hose to the duct in the wall with a large screw ring and do the same with the other end to the dryer. Take care not to puncture the foil hose or heat and dryer dust will vent inside the room.4. Plug the power cord into the electrical outlet.5. Turn the dryer on to a heat setting and check for adequate heat in the clothes compartment.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.
What is the difference between an electric dryer and an electric steam dryer?
None of the above. Please don't get trapped in that mindset that you must have an appliance to dry your clothes. For one thing, a dryer, gas or electric, beats the crap out of your clothes! Yes they give it a nice, easy, gentle name.....they call it "tumbling" but really it's beating the crap out of your clothes. Look at the lint that comes out of the lint trap next time you clean it. That was part of your clothes. How many times do you think you can do this to your clothes? Soon there will be nothing left of them, maybe you can knit a sweater from the lint you have collected. Folks, the best clothes dryer in the world is a piece of rope and some wooden spring clamps (clothespins) I would suggest hanging your clothes in a shaded area, as direct sun will fade colors over time. You can also hang them inside, like in the basement, or a spare bedroom. Your clothes will not dry as fast as with a dryer, of course, BUT..... after the initial cost of the rope and clothespins, it is free. There's your efficiency that you are wanting, right there! In the winter you are already heating the air in your home, and the moisture from the clothes is usually much needed. A clothes dryer is one of the biggest energy-suckers you have in your home, and then what happens to all that hot and moist air??? it gets blown outside of course. But that is another discussion topic. Do yourself a big favor, and air dry your clothes, they will last longer, and you will save a heap of money. yes, it may be inconvenient at times, but a great man once said, "In order to conserve, we must be inconvenienced to some degree." Now to answer your question properly, that is, if electric or gas are the only allowed answers, and by "most efficient" you don't mean least expensive, In both cases, efficiency is affected by airflow, or lack of airflow. Keep the filters clear of lint. One by-product from the combustion of liquified petroleum (propane) is water.... moisture.... so just from burning the gas to make heat your are taking away some of the hot air's ability to absorb moisture. in that regard, gas is less efficient, but just to a slight degree. Electricity is 100% efficient at the point of use, your home, but one must think about, how efficient was the electric plant that produced the electricity... and how effieciently was this power transmitted to your home? but. i guess that is neither here nor there, since the electricity you pay for is measured as it goes into your house wiring, so the electric company in the end pays for the inefficiency of it generating and distribution network. but still, something to think about. So to answer the question.................Electric............definitely ELECTRIC :)
How do you switch a gas dryer to an electric?
no, unless you can find a gas powered generator to make your electricity, then yes. No!! In the electric dryer there is a heating element ... for a gas dryer there is a heating box where a gas flame has to exist in order to heat sufficiently for the clothes to dry. Configuring an electric dryer to gas is impractical, and simply an unwise thing to even attempt. The conversion process would cost more than just going out and purchaseing a gas dryer.
Is Kenmore dryer model number 97586200 gas or electric?
This model # is Gas (I own one)
Can you convert a gas dryer to an electric drye?
Not worth the expense and trouble. It's cheaper to go and buy an electric one.
How can you change a gas dryer to a electrical dryer with out buying a new one because you just brought this set you just moved and this house do not have gas only electric what can you do?
First open the door and let all the gas BTU's out and then pull the gas pipe off and install electric gassifyer without disturbing the cog's... Once that's done put a handkerchief in and switch on just to make sure the gas is dead and the electric is burning... Easy.
Are gas dryers more efficient than electric?
Technically, yes. However, if you're trying to figure out if it will be cost-effective to switch from one energy source to another, the answer is no. A gas dryer will generally cost $50-70 more than an electric dryer. If your home does not already have gas, that will require the gas company to pipe gas into your home, as well as having fittings installed to set up your dryer. Likewise, switching from gas to electric would mean a dryer that costs less but requires a 220v outlet, which requires a dedicated circuit. This means around $400 of work by an electrician. So, the simplest answer is, whatever energy source you already have for a dryer is the energy source you should use.
Can you take a gas furnace that was converted to propane and reconvert it to electric?
There are a variety of gas furnaces that can without much effort be converted from one type of gas to the other, Natural gas and propane gasses work at different pressures; one gas is denser than the other.Converting gas to an electric furnace, you would be gutting almost the entire furnace, and replacing the gas components with electric heating coils, diodes and relays. This will take a lot of man-hours, fabrication, engineering, and parts. while not imposable, the conversion would be very expensive.
Can electric dryers poison you?
No because the raideation in the electric hair dryer is not enough to poison some one but a strong hair dryer might kill some one
What is the energy transformation of a clothes dryer?
Electrical energy is converted to heat in the heating element. It is also converted to magnetic energy in the motor, which is converted into mechanical energy (and turns the drum). If it is a gas dryer, chemical energy is turned to heat at the burner.
Why won't my whirlpool gas dryer heat up?
A gas dryer that will not heat usually has one of two problems. Either the gas is turned off or the heating element is burned out.
Does dryer need to be gas if stove is gas?
no, they are not connected however if gas is an option it is usually cheaper and most electric dryers require a special high voltage outlet. if you do not already have one installed it maybe best to go with the gas you have to weigh out the prices of installation. ie moving gas line if needed, installing 240v outlet (most cities require permit and licensed electricians $$$), and price of buying proper dryer good luck :)
Can you run two laundry dryers on one 220 circuit?
No you can only have one dryer on a 240v circuit and nothing else can be attached to it either considering your using a 240v electric dryer
How do you convert an electric golf cart into a gas powered cart?
Get a gas powered motor and connect where electric one was.
