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    qwerty815 Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Sep 16, 2008, 05:01 PM
    220V vs 110V
    I purchased a 220V washer/dryer, I have 110V currently. Can an electrician convert this? And how much should it cost?
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    Sep 16, 2008, 05:17 PM
    No. This is NOT possible.

    A typical electric dryer in the US is a 120/240v-30 amp circuit. You will need a new circuit run if one does not exist.

    This could run $150, or $550, or more. Depends on the setting and your location.
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    Sep 16, 2008, 08:27 PM
    Curious, why did you wait to ask this question until after the purchase? That dryer is going to cost you double now to get your new 240 in place.
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    Sep 16, 2008, 08:50 PM
    Your house has 220 coming in. only one leg is used for 110. You will need a special circuit breaker to be installed in your box. If you do not know haw to do this.. I assume you do not.. a professional electrician can do this and run the wires for a plug to power your appliance. Really it should not cost too much and you may already be set up for it since that is common for most houses.
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    Sep 17, 2008, 07:16 AM
    There are 120 volt dryers on the market. Of course, the capacity is smaller and they are also expensive.
    If you need a fullsize dryer I don't see much you could have done differently.
    I would try to find an electrician that does some work on his own. I know a few, but that doesn't help you. Electrical supply stores will sometimes give recommendations.
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