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    luannedibrell Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Jun 9, 2008, 01:04 PM
    Convert 3 wire to 4 wire for dryer
    How do I place 4 wires on the 3 hook-up back of dryer?

    I was told told white on left, then black and green in middle and red on the right connect. The breaker keeps tripping as soon as I plug it in.
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    Jun 9, 2008, 01:47 PM
    That sounds completely wrong! Black is a hot wire and green is a ground.
    That would trip the breaker every time.

    See this link for an answer.
    I'm linking to it instead of copy/paste because it is not my answer, so I can't take credit.

    Good luck,
    WallyH
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