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Can you convert a gas dryer 120V hookup to an electric dryer 240V hookup?
Chances are there is more than 1 outlet connected to the 110volt circuit you are looking to convert. So therefore the easy answer is No. The 240volt dryer circuit must be a dedicated single circuit for the dryer only.
Why does a 100W light bulb cost more than a 1200-W hair dryer does?
A 100 watt light bulb does not cost more that a 1200 watt hair dryer. The average price of a light bulb is about 90 cents whereas a hair dryer can range up to 20 dollars.
What can you do to connect an old dryer with 3 wires to a new house 4 wire outlet?
Answer for USA, Canada and countries running a 60 Hz supply service.No matter whether they are connected though a 3-prong or a 4-prong outlet, all dryers should have ground wires. With a 3-prong set-up, a 240V appliance uses both legs A and B (also known as the "red" and "black" hots) to connect to 240 volts for the main heating elements and/or motors, plus a ground.The newer 4-prong set-up is the same plus a separate NEUTRAL. The neutral was added to be able to utilize 120 volts for the dryer's smaller components. (Time-of-day clock, programmer, dial illumination lights, etc.)The 4-wire outlet has a separate connection ifor the neutral wire but the old dryer's 3-prong plug does not, it only has a safety ground wire that is also used as the neutral for any 120V devices such as time-of-day clocks, programmers, lights, etc.3-wire outlets are old and outdated.Way back in the old days, when only 2-wire connections were used, they didn't ground equipment via the socket outlet. (Remember the old 2-wire 110V outlets on houses built before the 50s?) A few people got killed so they decided to add a safety grounding wire and connection using a 3-prong plug. It took them longer to catch on with heavy appliances, but eventually they did.Nowadays there is a 4th pin that is used to connect a neutral wire separately to the grounding wire. Since many homes still have the older 3-wire outlet, it is allowed in older homes. New homes must use the new 4-wire outlet.Changing your 4-wire cord to a 3-wire cord is similar to plugging a 3-wire 120V appliance into one of those 3-prong to 2-prong plug adapters: your appliance works but it may be unsafe to use without being properly grounded. Anyway it does not have the separate neutral which you get in a 4-prong outlet.Don't listen to anyone who says to replace the new up-to-code outlet with an older outlet with only 3 connections. That is the same as replacing your 3-prong 120V outlets with old fashioned 2-prong outlets! Ignore anyone who tells you to do so, they think they know a lot more than they actually do. Buy a new cord. It is cheap and safer.The best advice anyone can give you is that you must purchase a new 4-wire appliance cord for your dryer - with a plug that matches your outlet - and connect this correctly to your dryer. The new 4-wire cord should come with full wiring instructions.This may sound like a lot of work, but it has to be done in the right way for the installation to be safe.Although configuration of the plugs are not universal, NEMA has a huge listing of plugs and receptacles. Once you know which one you need, all you have to do is rewire it: the old dryer outlet in your last home didn't have have a separate safety ground (bare or green wire, which only carries current in a fault situation). The new outlet does.So, to operate the dryer safely without risk of electrical hazard:1) You MUST disconnect any existing copper wire or metal strap linking the dryer's neutral connection terminal to the frame of the dryer,and then:2) You MUST obtain a new 4-wire appliance cord and connect it correctly, including the safety ground wire - which either has green insulation or is bare copper - to the frame of the dryer.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 determines whether a 100 watt light bulb costs more to use than a 1200 watt hair dryer costs to use?
The light would have to be on for 12 times longer to use the same energy as the hair dryer.
Does salt water evaporat faster than?
absolutly yes cause its dryer than regular water
Where can I find more about dryer repair?
Repairing a dryer may be more work than it is worth but if you are intent on doing this yourself instead of calling a handyman: http://www.do-it-yourself-washing-machine-and-dryer-repair-help.com/
What should you look for when looking at portable dryers to purchase?
First, you should look and see if it is a gas or an electric dryer. A gas dryer will save you more than an electric dryer. Then, you need to see if it is a full size or a compact dryer model.
What consumes the most money in your families home?
Your A/C or your dryer/washer , but if you leave your T.V on for >10 hours the T.V will consume more energy than your washer and dryer.
Can you convert a gas dryer 120V hookup to an electric dryer 240V hookup?
Chances are there is more than 1 outlet connected to the 110volt circuit you are looking to convert. So therefore the easy answer is No. The 240volt dryer circuit must be a dedicated single circuit for the dryer only.
Is a gas dryer better than an electric?
Yes, a gas dryer is better than an electric dryer. A gas dryer becomes much hotter so therefore your clothes dry faster. Also natural gas as piped to homes costs less per kilowatt-hour than the equivalent amount of household electrical power. However the initial purchase cost of a gas dryer is much more than an electric dryer and the installation costs cost ofa gas dryer can be much higher too because it needs a piped gas supply as well as electricity.
How does a t3 hair dryer differ from a regular dryer?
The t3 hair dryer is faster than other hair dryers and uses patented technology to dry hair evenly without damage. You can read more about them at http://www.t3micro.com/dryers/.
What common household appliance uses more energy than NASA voyager signal?
a hair dryer
Why does a 100W light bulb cost more than a 1200-W hair dryer does?
A 100 watt light bulb does not cost more that a 1200 watt hair dryer. The average price of a light bulb is about 90 cents whereas a hair dryer can range up to 20 dollars.
When should you purchase a new dryer rather than repair an old one?
You should buy a new one when the repair cost more then the worth of a new dryer or the worth of the old dryer itself. Also take into consideration the number of years that you have own the dryer and how reliable it will be even after repairs.
Why does the Coastal Plain require more water for irrigation than other regions?
Because the Coastal Plains are dryer than the other regions
Why is static more noticeable in winter than in the summer?
For the same reason that static electricity is; colder air is dryer, and more conducive to stasis.
What is the difference between a commercial dryer and a home dryer?
One difference might be the clothes load capacity of the dryer. Another could be how strong the components like belts, bearings, etc. are. Anything "commercial" is usually built more heavily than standard home units.
