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Washer machine power cord 3 prong missing ground prong REplace? Is it ok?
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Model: KAWE560WWH3 Brand: Kenmore Age: 1 - 5 years
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maddy  
#1 Posted : Wednesday, June 15, 2011 9:11:07 AM(UTC)
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I got a used washer and it works perfectly BUT the 3 prong plug is missing the round GROUNDING prong on the plug.

Do I need to REPLACE IT?

Also, the separate dryer unit uses a regular 120V 3 prong plug and the WASHER plug would not be able to go into the SAME outlet (standard outlet). The DRYER uses 120 V 15 amp 3 prong (regular) plug.

Is there a way to get a 3 prong plug for the WASHER that has the cord sticking UPWARDS or SIDEWAYS so that I can use the same outlet?

Any ideas or suggestions?
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sidfink43  
#2 Posted : Friday, June 17, 2011 3:36:41 PM(UTC)
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Your washing machine combines water and electricity, so the ground is pretty important. You can cut and splice a new three prong plug onto your existing washer wire, do a good job and it will be fine.

The washer and dryer should be on separate circuits, in fact that is code almost everywhere.
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