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    Oct 28, 2012, 01:26 PM
    Dryer wiring 4 prong
    My outlet for my dryer has only three prong holes and three wires connected to the outlet. Bought a new dryer, which came with a four prong cord/plug.
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    Oct 31, 2012, 11:05 AM
    You put the old pig tail on the new dryer. You just tie the two grounds together. Look at these: https://dl.dropbox.com/u/8010163/Whirlpool%20Dryers.zip
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