Changing a 4 prong to a 3 prong

Before the change , dryers used - prong cords that plugged into 3-slot electrical outlets (receptacles). Newer homes are now being equipped with - prong dryer cord plugs. This is the new standard and is required under Article 550.

I created this video with the . Update: The green wire is definitely the grounding wire and needs to be connected to the middle with the white wire from the four prong cord.

The white wire is only long enough to have fit the center one which leads .

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I have every step of fully renovating this condo. While these same codes prohibit . Always remember safety is the number one thing. Thanks for watching, please su.

I went through numerous boards, forums, even reddit and no one was explaining it clearly. The instructions are telling you to do something which is not proper. So they are telling you to misuse the neutral wire as ground. The Plug Pro is an adaptor that allows you to keep your power cords attached to your appliance without the hassle, time or money wasted in changing the. LG makes it easy to properly install your home appliances.

Follow these step-by- step instructions on how to connect your LG Electric Dryer. DO NOT connect the ground wire to the grounded (neutral) conductor, as this could lead to current flowing through the body of the dryer (and potentially through you). The home improvement store will happily sell you one, but they are only legal to sell for like-kind replacement which is not what you are doing.

I live in an apartment complex so outside installations are out of the question. Here are the step-by-step instructions on how to complete this task. Home depot washer and dryer fix at home cheap and easy do it yourself.

The same method applies to ranges or stoves. Please note that the location of the terminal block where the cord screws to can vary depending on the make of the dryer. I will take you through the steps of both the - prong and the - prong cord installations . The old cords had - prong plugs that fit 3-slot . Get the installation basics here.

Most home improvement stores, such as Lowes and Home Depot, sell both - prong and - prong dryer cables for about $20-$bucks. Be sure to install the strain relief that comes with the new cord.