2007-02-05 23:56:36 · 10 answers · asked by diy johnson 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
220volt 30 amp breaker requires 10-3 wire NO speaker wire no 14 (15 amp) or 12 (20 amp)
2007-02-06 00:59:46 · answer #1 · answered by mdlbldrmatt135 4 · 6⤊ 0⤋
If you are putting in new wire from the circuit breaker, you should have a more experienced electrician do it, However, you need 220 wire Also, match the receptacle box to that of the dryer cord. If you just purchased a new dryer and need to install the plug wire, then make note of the 220 outlet receptacle on the pattern of the plug prongs, then you can go to Lowe's, Menard's and some Wal-Marts and get a plug cable that will match and in the length that you need. This cable is called a dryer cord so that the customer is sure to have the correct gauge of wire for the amount of electricity going through it.
2007-02-06 00:41:48 · answer #2 · answered by t g 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
10/3 wire with a 30a breaker is all that is required. In my house I used 8/3. Take your pick. Just do not use 12,14,16, or 18 ga wire. It will fry.
2007-02-06 05:32:10 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take a look at the electrical outlet that the dryer cord will be plugged into to determine how many holes are in the outlet, some will require a three-pronged cord while others need a four-pronged cord.
2007-02-06 00:07:47 · answer #4 · answered by Doug H 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It looks like MDLBLDRMA has wired a dryer or two in his time.
2007-02-06 02:12:40 · answer #5 · answered by robert b 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
depending on your local codes it would be prudent to use what ever is required. from the breaker to the receptacle it would depend on the distance (voltage drop) to size the wire correctly. from the receptacle to the dryer you can get a cord from you local hardware store
2007-02-06 02:16:37 · answer #6 · answered by RUSSELLL 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋
uh i think its speaker wire... just kidding
in the states its 240 not sure if you are over seas then it's different, go to Lowel's they are very helpful in getting you what you need to do your project right. Good Luck, and Blessings!
2007-02-06 00:01:40 · answer #7 · answered by taffneygreen 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
220V? They specifically have it for dryers. And they have it specifically for stoves. Builders supply, hardware stores, and the like. Appliance stores possibly
2007-02-06 14:02:03 · answer #8 · answered by ButwhatdoIno? 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
220 wiring and a qualified electrician.
2007-02-06 06:24:53 · answer #9 · answered by Forsaken Rose 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
12 or 14 awg three conductor rated at 600v.
2007-02-06 00:04:34 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 4⤋