AC WORKS® Connector — Household Power
Why Grounding Your Dryer is Important
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Did you know some dryer plugs are 3-prong and others are 4-prong? Have you wondered why this is or have you had trouble connecting your dryer to your home electrical dryer outlet because they don’t match? The old style of 3-prong dryer cords did not include a ground wire. Changes in the National Electrical Code now require dryers to be wired with a ground wire. This means the cords now have 4-prong plugs. There are some cases where you cannot plug your dryer into your receptacle. This is because you may have an old dryer and a new construction home...
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Learn How to Keep Your Sump Pumping During a Power Outage
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Keep your Puppy Safe in your Home or RV
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The Truth About 2-3 Prong Adapter and Outlet Safety
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Male to Male Extension Cords & Adapter Dangers
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