If you happen to have an older dryer with a three-prong cord, you will need to replace its cord with a four-prong cord to match your new four-slot outlet.
If you have very good skills as a DIY electrician, you can also consider wiring a new outlet yourself, but you need good skills and an understanding of electrical systems. For most people, it is better to get certified electrician to get the dryer rewired or purchase an adapter like this to easily solve the problem.
UL COMPLIENT ADAPTER EXTENSION
New Dryer Outlet ( NEMA 14-30R )
This new 4 prong dryer adapter converter for connecting your old type of 3-pole dryer plug into your new house's 4-pole dryer 14-30 outlet of to get power.
It still has two hot wires, one neutral, and a grounding pin which will be safer. Both outlets shown still provide 30 Amps of service.
Old Dryer Outlet ( NEMA 10-30R )
This old 3 prong dryer outlet power socket is in most older homes. It uses two hot wires, and one neutral.
However, more recently built houses will have 4 prong electric dryer plug adapter for clothes.
Converting the Outlet Yourself
Without complicated operation, easily convert the three-prong dryer cords into a four-slot outlet , match your new house's perfectly.
Package Content
1 x Dryer Plug Adapter Cord
1 x Product Warning Signs
SPECIFICATIONS
Male Plug: 14-30P
Female Connector: 10-30R
Amperage: 30A
Voltage: 125/250V
Pins: Both Right Angle for 14-30P and 10-30R
Wire Gauge: 10/3 AWG
Length: 1.5FT (18inch)
Color: Black
INSPECTIONS CARRIED BEFORE LEAVE FACTORY
Structure and Measurement: measure with Vernier calipers
Quality of Appearance Check: surface should be smooth and no burr and rust
Endure Voltage Testing: using integration testing equipment
Cable and Connection: using integration testing equipment
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Item# : SPM9085126923
Model # : BM-DA01