This seems to be my day for asking questions...

I need a 4-wire power cord for an electric dryer. The problem is that
the longest stock cord I've seen listed is (like my corrent cord) 6
feet long and I need something at least 8 feet long. There was a
reference to longer cords being available a much earlier posting but I
havn't been able to find one. Does any one know of a source for a
longer cord. I might be willing to pay for a custom cord; it may still
be cheaper than moving the outlet.

Thanks!
SZ

From: usene

Does any one know of a source for a
longer cord. I might be willing to pay for a custom cord; it may still
be cheaper than moving the outlet.

Might be easier moving the outlet,i think code says you cant have cords longer
then 6 feet for stuff inside a building.Thats why most stuff you buy has 6 foot
cords.

(sz) wrote in message . com...
This seems to be my day for asking questions...

I need a 4-wire power cord for an electric dryer. The problem is that
the longest stock cord I've seen listed is (like my corrent cord) 6
feet long and I need something at least 8 feet long. There was a
reference to longer cords being available a much earlier posting but I
havn't been able to find one. Does any one know of a source for a
longer cord. I might be willing to pay for a custom cord; it may still
be cheaper than moving the outlet.

Thanks!
SZ

Hi,

The longest 4 prong cord that I am aware of is 6 feet. I have seen 10
foot 3 prong cords but none that are 4 prone and that long.

Sorry,

jeff.

Appliance Repair Aid
http://www.applianceaid.com/

I seem to recall that Home Depot carries a 9 foot 4 prong( two hots a
neutral and a ground) dryer pigtail 10 gage 30 amp in their electrical
department, not in their appliance department.

Stan

On 15 Nov 2003 12:41:42 -0800, (sz) wrote:

This seems to be my day for asking questions...

I need a 4-wire power cord for an electric dryer. The problem is that
the longest stock cord I've seen listed is (like my corrent cord) 6
feet long and I need something at least 8 feet long. There was a
reference to longer cords being available a much earlier posting but I
havn't been able to find one. Does any one know of a source for a
longer cord. I might be willing to pay for a custom cord; it may still
be cheaper than moving the outlet.

Thanks!
SZ

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(maybe against code but they do sell it)
go an electrical supply house and get this or do this one off the web:
http://electrical.aubuchonhardware.c...lug-508489.asp
or
http://electrical.aubuchonhardware.c...lug-522401.asp
this is just the plug then you add your own wire of any legnth you need - i
would kick up the awg since the plug will accept 10 - 6 awg

(another one that is against code but they do sell the parts)
get an surface mount outlet and 2 dryer cords and use the first one as an
extension cord.

http://electrical.aubuchonhardware.c...let-513279.asp

original outlet --- dryer cord #1 ---- surface mount outlet (attached to
wall) --- dryer cord #2 ---- dryer





"sz" wrote in message
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This seems to be my day for asking questions...

I need a 4-wire power cord for an electric dryer. The problem is that
the longest stock cord I've seen listed is (like my corrent cord) 6
feet long and I need something at least 8 feet long. There was a
reference to longer cords being available a much earlier posting but I
havn't been able to find one. Does any one know of a source for a
longer cord. I might be willing to pay for a custom cord; it may still
be cheaper than moving the outlet.

Thanks!
SZ


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Thanks everyone for our input!

I've got a call in to our electrician. I'll confirm the code issue as
well. If it is a code issue, I'll probably just have the outlet moved.
I'll sleep better that way!

Best,
SZ

Subject: 4-wire dryer power cord **longer** than 6 feet
From: (sz)
Date: 11/16/2003 9:00 AM Eastern Standard Time
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Thanks everyone for our input!

I've got a call in to our electrician. I'll confirm the code issue as
well. If it is a code issue, I'll probably just have the outlet moved.
I'll sleep better that way!

Best,
SZ







They do make a 10' 4 wire dryer cord. here is the link.
http://www.circuits2u.com/pages/PET90-2028.htm

That's probably a good idea, especially if it makes you feel
better. But I don't believe this code crap. I did a short
google search and couldn't find anything. However, since
appliances usually come with their own cord, wouldn't the
use of an extension cord of 6 feet or more violate the
code? And if so, wouldn't it logically be illegal to
manufacture and sell extension cord over 6 feet for interior
use?

sz wrote:

Thanks everyone for our input!

I've got a call in to our electrician. I'll confirm the code issue as
well. If it is a code issue, I'll probably just have the outlet moved.
I'll sleep better that way!

Best,
SZ

"George E. Cawthon" wrote in message
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That's probably a good idea, especially if it makes you feel
better. But I don't believe this code crap. I did a short
google search and couldn't find anything. However, since
appliances usually come with their own cord, wouldn't the
use of an extension cord of 6 feet or more violate the
code?

??????? Always had to by one as there are many variations on dryer and
stove outlets. Mobile home code usually requres 4 prong, while standard
home outlets are 3 prong. You move you just might have to either change
plugs and cord or outlet. Just did this for someone a few months ago!

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www.stopassaultnow.org

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And if so, wouldn't it logically be illegal to
manufacture and sell extension cord over 6 feet for interior
use?

sz wrote:

Thanks everyone for our input!

I've got a call in to our electrician. I'll confirm the code issue as
well. If it is a code issue, I'll probably just have the outlet moved.
I'll sleep better that way!

Best,
SZ


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