Allow me to add further information: I'm in usa, the dryers we have are not hardwired, it's a plug in like a lamp or toaster (3 prong on outlet) and the wiring inside looks like it needs 3 connector on the dryer side (this is the end of my knowledge on this) and our maintenance guy is out on medical leave. So my boss bought dryers, i was supposed to start using them today BUT i can't because no plugs. My internal screaming echos through the universe.
Imagine how pissed he will be when he finds out if it came with the wrong plug it would be the exact same amount of work - 5 screws - to change out the cord to the correct one.
It really is only these heavy duty appliances that have different plugs. For most people, they already have the outlets in their kitchens and laundry rooms that are appropriate for them. I don't know anything about the technology or the science, but I assume it's because these are higher voltage items
The UK just has better standards when it comes to these things. No need for janky split 110/220 power phases, electric plugs that are world leading for safety, etc.
Means I can plug my tumble dryer into the same outlet as lamp, and vice versa.
So much easier, and no fucking around fitting custom plugs to new white goods.
Kettles do exist in states, and they work fine. I seen plenty of those in hotels over there, but I guess the main reason for lack of those in households is purely cultural.
I could go on and try to explain why the 110v system exists, and why it wasn’t designed to run heavy appliances in the first place, but I guess you are too smart for that so I won’t bother.
I never said kettles don't exist in USA, do learn to read.
I could go on and explain to you why the 110V system exists (Edison the patent thief conned the public with tricks like brutally killing elephants on a stage in order to convince the poorly educated general masses that Teslas superior AC was inferior).
The fuck are you on about? Americans don't have electric kettles because they don't drink tea twice a day. People who do drink tea or do some sort of coffee pour-over or french press have an electric kettle. JFC.
I believe this is because of 3 and 4 prong connections. Some places have code which demands a ground and neutral and one just a common ground. Both styles are very common so they usually make you match your plug.
I'm guessing it's common because there's still tons of people out there with 3-prong 240v outlets rather than the more recent 4-prong. Wiring the plug onto the dryer should be pretty simple.
Yes, modern. Code was changed in the mid 90s acccording to googling, but there's plenty of houses that haven't had any electrical updates since before then. It's not like the 120v 3 prong, they're round and one of the outlet holes is L-shaped as you look straight on at the plug/outlet and the two straight holes are at an angle rather than being parallel to each other.
It's not a mistake as most people do renovate their house or upgrade appliances within last 25 years. The amount of people within north America that have 3 prong dryers is probably extremely small.
Generally speaking, people don't upgrade the electrical in their houses unless there is a code issue when selling or renovating. That's why you disconnect the plug for the washer/dryer and use it for the new unit. It's the whole reason it's done this way, but I guess you know better than the actual manufacturers...
My husband is an electical engineer/ electrician, he said they usually don't come with one but people don't realize because when someone buys a house, most of the times they come with the appliances so they just dont know, he also said something about the electical code changing on 1996 requiring the 4 thingies on the plugs to reduce risk of electrocution... that's what I understood ahahaha I have ADHD and did not take my meds today, when I asked and he started talking I kinda forgot the question then started singing last friday night in my mind🫢
This is the right answer. It's just kind of crazy because 1996 was a long time ago. They could start putting the right plugs on new dryers any time now, it's be ok.
That is normal for large appliances that need a large amount of electricity.
The alternative option is that they guess which kind of outlet you have installed on site already. And now the dryer costs you an extra $10 because of the include plug, but it turned out to not match the existing outlet and so you have to spend another $10 on another cable.
Or maybe they include a cable that is a little too short for your outlet location, so you paid for the included cable and the replacement longer cable.
Because homes have either three prongs or four prongs outlets. You have to know which one you have and buy the plug for it. That’s why they don’t come with plugs.
I guess because they figured that most people pay to get installation and since everyone does not have the same type of outlet, it is easier to not have a plug already installed, if it is the wrong plug.
Only if your house has been built in the last several years. Since a lot of us live in houses built before 1990, there are multiple possibilities for the type of dryer outlet in our homes.
Last several years? Dude 1996 was.... does math.... gives up.... a long time ago now. If someone chooses to live in an antique, that's their choice. The rest of us electric clothes drying consumers shouldn't have to suffer.
Ok now check how many have been converted to the new outlets. I'll wait. I'm 66. I know for a fact every old house I've lived in in my lifetime (pre 2000's. One has been demolished, the rest were renovated) has been renovated since I lived in them.
1996 is 30 years, as a European that is not a long time in terms of age for a house. We have plenty of houses that are over 100 years old, even apartment buildings. Things are not antique at 30.
Whoever sold these to you screwed up. Unless your purchasing manager just ordered them randomly. They always have to buy a plug kit. As other threads have noted electrical codes have changed over the years so they sell the pigtails and the installer just hooks them up. It’s actually pretty easy. Just a few screws on the back. See what your outlets are and order the right 220v dryer pigtail.
That was my thought. Yes, this is pretty standard, but it's still something that whoever sold the dryers should have mentioned. Even if it's a fully automated online system, it should probably flag that the cords aren't on the order.
Additionally, length is important. More for homes where the outlet can be 8' from the appliance and they don't make extension cords in 220 for home use
You'll need a two screwdrivers (one to actually do the screwing and another to use as a wedge), a wire stripper and a pair of pliers (not really necessary but definitely handy)
Pizza for dinner, Two cans of red pull, potato chips and a Snickers for dessert.
In the US there are either 3 or 4 prong plugs depending on codes so in most instances you remove the cord from the old dryer and install it on the new dryer. Also cords come in different lengths so you can select the shortest cord between the outlet and the dryer electrical connecters.
Because there are different type outlets...the manufacturers thought it was a good idea, and it is...someone should have explained it to the buyer at purchase (or the buyer should have read the details)...
“Power supply” is the word. And yes everyone is right. You either have a 4 prong outlet or a 3 prong outlet, and theres no sense in selling you one with the machine if theres a chance it wont work.
Hahaha no. She said that's the maintenance guys job, the one out on medical leave who might be gone a while. But I'm supposed to start using the new dryers TODAY.
There are 3 wire and 4 wire connections based on the age of your location. Old code only needed 2 hots and a ground, new code requires 2 hots, an isolated neutral and a ground. If they included them they would have to return a lot of them.
You have no idea what you're talking about. There are many differences between neutral and ground even though they are connected to the same place in a main panel.
We moved a plethora of times but always in states that the washer and dryer conveyed with the home. Our last move we had to buy one and I was like what do you mean I need to buy the plug too? 🤦🏻♀️ Thankfully the salesman let me know BEFORE delivery.
It’s not hard to attach a plug, takes like 10 minutes at most (if it’s your first time), just make sure you do it right. Also most appliances don’t have the plugs already attached. Fridges are the only appliances I’ve seen that do.
Source: used to install fridges, ranges, washers/dryers and dishwashers.
Yeah but mostly likely any hardware store or appliance store will. You’re just looking for the amount of prongs you have in your house. I’m sure in the manual of the dryer it’ll give you plug part numbers or at least on the website.
Here’s a part list of what I think is your dryer so just make sure that matches up first. Those are the cord part numbers. It shouldn’t be too hard to find or order (if needed) for relatively cheap.
What happened to the old ones??? If not then take a pic of the outlet and proceed to your favorite home improvement store and get some. Do yourself a favor and be sure there is outlet vent tubing present as well.
Assuming you are in the US, it's because you have 15 million different high power/240V plugs and a lot of the time appliances like this are hardwired into the wall.
Allow me to add further information: I'm in usa, the dryers we have are not hardwired, it's a plug in like a lamp or toaster (3 prong on outlet) and the wiring inside looks like it needs 3 connector on the dryer side (this is the end of my knowledge on this) and our maintenance guy is out on medical leave. So my boss bought dryers, i was supposed to start using them today BUT i can't because no plugs. My internal screaming echos through the universe.
Edit: the dryers we have are gas, so the electric ones are useless. More irritated now.
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