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    Jun 24, 2011, 09:33 AM
    My Dryer label says 3 wire 110/220 what does that mean?
    My Dryer label says 3 wire 110/220 . Can I plug it in to a 220 Outlet?
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    Jun 24, 2011, 09:44 AM
    What voltage is my dryer?
    I am moving into a rental with a dedicated 220 outlet for a dryer. My dryers tag reads:
    3 wire 120/240 volts 60hz 28 amps.. Can I plug in safeley? Please help...
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    Jun 24, 2011, 01:11 PM

    An electric dryer is a 120/240v circuit and appliance. There is no such thing as "220" any more.

    You have to match the dryer cord on the dryer to the receptacle. DO NOT change the receptacle in a place that you are renting.
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    Jun 24, 2011, 01:16 PM
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    Thank you, our cord does match the receptacle. I just didn't want to plug it in have something go wrong. TAHNK YOU again...
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    Jun 25, 2011, 09:47 AM
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    Hi stanfortyman, So as long as the cord matches, it should be OK? My Dryer info is: Kenmore 29 in Elct dryer model # 110-28872890.
    The dryer label reads: Type No: 178-00, model/stock: 6871289468712,
    3-Wire 120/240v 60hz 28amp
    Can you please confirm that it is OK to plug into a dedicated 220v receptacle... THANK YOUI!!
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    Jun 25, 2011, 11:33 AM

    Does your receptacle look like this Amazon.com: SIGNALINC PLUG-IN PHASE COUPLER (FOR 3-WIRE 220V DRYERS): Electronics
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    Jun 25, 2011, 02:25 PM
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    Hi Ballengerb1, It is a different color (metal color and black) but the plug will fit in the receptacle. Does that make sense? I appreciate any assistance... =)
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    Jun 25, 2011, 02:47 PM

    You should be good to go.
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    Jun 27, 2011, 09:37 AM
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    THANK YOU!! Have a great day! =)
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