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s for USA, Canada and countries using similar 60Hz mains suppliesConversion Dangerous and NOT RecommendedUmmm no. If you did try to do it, you'd have a pretty good chance of burning your house down.

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I want to say "no" you can't do this based on what you've told me.

What matters here is the size of the wire, 240V is 240V and that part of it doesn't matter. A dryer uses #10 wire for 30 amps and a washer uses either #14, or #12 for Canada vs US. If you were to just switch out the receptacle you would run the risk of burning up the 15 amp wire as it's not designed to carry that kind of load continuously.

If you have a wire stripper that has the awg wire gauges on it and it measures out to #10, then you can swap out the receptacle and breaker and convert this to suit yourself.

If in doubt, always consult a licensed electrician.

IF YOU ARE NOT ALREADY SURE YOU CAN DO THIS JOB

SAFELY AND COMPETENTLY

REFER THIS WORK TO QUALIFIED PROFESSIONALS.

If you do this work yourself, always turn off the powerat the breaker box/fuse panel BEFORE you attempt to do any work AND always use a meter or voltage indicator to insure the circuit is, in fact, de-energized.

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Can you convert a gas dryer 120V hookup to an electric dryer 240V hookup?

No, you cannot convert a gas dryer hookup to an electric dryer hookup. Gas dryers require a 120V outlet for power, while electric dryers need a 240V outlet for power. You would need to install a new 240V outlet specifically for the electric dryer.


If you do not have a 240v outlet for a washer and dryer can you work around this or does an electrician have to come and install a new outlet?

You will need an electrician. No. That dryer draws a maximum of 7200 Watts. The regular 120V outlets around your home can supply 1800W. So any type of converter will not work. If you have an electric range, the outlet for that is the only outlet in the apartment big enough for this. You can make an adapter if you really want to go down that road. How to do that has been answered a number of times on this site. Keep in mind this will involve pulling the oven out every Tim you want to do a load. If it is gas you are out of luck. Really you have two good options:1) Have the correct outlet installed. You shouldn't do this yourself for liability reasons (Burning down apartment complexes tends to be pricy.) Your landlord may install one for you if you are nice, and, more than likely, will let you have one installed if you pay for it. 2) Sell your old dryer and buy one that matches the hookups. You'll have to see which is fiscally wise.


If you have a 240V 22A welder which has a plug similar but smaller than a dryer plug can you use this in a 120V outlet?

No, a 240V 22A welder requires a 240V outlet for proper operation. Plugging it into a 120V outlet will not provide enough power and could damage the welder or create a safety hazard. It is important to always use the correct voltage and amperage for electrical appliances.


Can a 240v be plugged in to a 220v socket?

In some parts of the world, an 1875 watt hair dryer can and does use 220 volts from a 220 volt outlet?


120V gas Kenmore dryer and the hook up location has the big 240V female receptacle--what is easiest solution thanks?

The easiest solution is to leave the 220V original outlet alone and plug the 110V dryer into a close 110V outlet, most likely the one for the washer. There should be nearby 110V outlets so you don't have to muck with rewiring the 220V outlet. A short heavy-duty extension cord is an option. I would also recommend killing the power to the old dryer outlet if it is unused. It cannot hurt. If you cannot plug the dryer into a nearby 110V outlet you can derate the 220V outlet down to a dedicated 110V outlet. This is not a task to be taken lightly if you are not experienced. If you do take this course of action yourself, buy a book. Do it right or don't do it at all. Negligence could kill someone.

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What type of electrical outlet is required for a 240v dryer?

A 240V dryer requires a special type of electrical outlet called a NEMA 14-30 outlet.


Do you have a dryer that requires a 240v outlet?

Yes, some dryers require a 240v outlet for proper operation.


Can 240V washer run on 120V outlet?

No.


Can you convert a gas dryer 120V hookup to an electric dryer 240V hookup?

No, you cannot convert a gas dryer hookup to an electric dryer hookup. Gas dryers require a 120V outlet for power, while electric dryers need a 240V outlet for power. You would need to install a new 240V outlet specifically for the electric dryer.


Will your UK washer and dryer work in the us?

The UK uses 240V, so your dryer will probably work, as the US uses 240v in homes for dryers. However, your washer won't as the US uses 120V for washers.


If you do not have a 240v outlet for a washer and dryer can you work around this or does an electrician have to come and install a new outlet?

You will need an electrician. No. That dryer draws a maximum of 7200 Watts. The regular 120V outlets around your home can supply 1800W. So any type of converter will not work. If you have an electric range, the outlet for that is the only outlet in the apartment big enough for this. You can make an adapter if you really want to go down that road. How to do that has been answered a number of times on this site. Keep in mind this will involve pulling the oven out every Tim you want to do a load. If it is gas you are out of luck. Really you have two good options:1) Have the correct outlet installed. You shouldn't do this yourself for liability reasons (Burning down apartment complexes tends to be pricy.) Your landlord may install one for you if you are nice, and, more than likely, will let you have one installed if you pay for it. 2) Sell your old dryer and buy one that matches the hookups. You'll have to see which is fiscally wise.


What is 240v?

the voltage of the mains electricity in the UK


How do you convert a 4 prong 240V outlet to a 3 prong 240V outlet?

Disregard the neutral


If you have a 240V 22A welder which has a plug similar but smaller than a dryer plug can you use this in a 120V outlet?

No, a 240V 22A welder requires a 240V outlet for proper operation. Plugging it into a 120V outlet will not provide enough power and could damage the welder or create a safety hazard. It is important to always use the correct voltage and amperage for electrical appliances.


Can a 240v be plugged in to a 220v socket?

In some parts of the world, an 1875 watt hair dryer can and does use 220 volts from a 220 volt outlet?


Is it necessary to connect the ground wire to a 4-prong 240V outlet - I am switching a 3-outlet to a 4-prong outlet for my new dryer but the ground wire is cut off so I can't connect it?

Only if you wanted to fry your hair.for God sake(and yours)buy a new cord to hook up your dryer


120V gas Kenmore dryer and the hook up location has the big 240V female receptacle--what is easiest solution thanks?

The easiest solution is to leave the 220V original outlet alone and plug the 110V dryer into a close 110V outlet, most likely the one for the washer. There should be nearby 110V outlets so you don't have to muck with rewiring the 220V outlet. A short heavy-duty extension cord is an option. I would also recommend killing the power to the old dryer outlet if it is unused. It cannot hurt. If you cannot plug the dryer into a nearby 110V outlet you can derate the 220V outlet down to a dedicated 110V outlet. This is not a task to be taken lightly if you are not experienced. If you do take this course of action yourself, buy a book. Do it right or don't do it at all. Negligence could kill someone.