4 Prong Plug to 3 Made Easy - Whirlpool Amana Dryer Four to Three Cord Convert & Install Guide

Step-by-step guide on swapping three prong plug to a four prong plug. I also include a bunch of tips and tricks on how to make it easier and safer. If you lose a screw I included a video on where to find them in Lowe’s.

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If you were trying to swap plugs because your outlet is not a 4 prong You have come to the right video. What do you have a whirlpool Kenmore amana Roper or a state and even some Maytag The terminal block on the back of machine machine will look identical.

This video is in tended to be a good how to install four prong and three prong dryer cord video if this is not the type of dryer you’re looking for check out the rest of my videos I have lots of videos on swapping and repairing washers and dryer ‘s.

How do you install a three wire 30 amp dryer outlet is a different subject and if you feel like your wall outlet is not correct be sure to not plug in your dryer until you have it checked.

[larrybenedict]

Thanks I love watching these videos even though I’ve already done it. You can always learn something. I always appreciate it.

[HighlanderJosh]

Nice video! I assumed it would be pretty simple and straight-forward. Just got that guaranteed confidence on changing mine to 3prong. The lint warning was also a good idea before finishing this tutorial! I was aware of the lint build up inside the tubing and the exhaust end outside of the house, but didn't think of the lint INSIDE of the dryer! The one I purchased had a damaged lint filter, so I will for sure inspect the interior of the dryer first before starting her up. Those darn filters are surprisingly expensive! Subbed!

[williamgonzales]

Thanks, my wife and I just moved into our new home together and it had one of these plugs and wasn't sure what to do. Life saver.

[chrisblackwell]

So you didn't mention anything about the white ground cord. I'm assuming it's just connects to the screw that held the green cord in correct?

[raeshaunmalone]

thanks bro it seems easy peezy trying tomorrow

[michaelmenzel]

I watched another video where the white ground wire was attached to the center terminal and a green jumper was attached also to the center terminal then attached to the body of the dryer. Is another jumper necessary ?

[ConfusedGamerGaming]

where do you find the extra ground wire

[BettyGoodman-xm]

I have a red white green and black wire so how are these connected to red white and black

[TheEthiopian]

You didnt explain why you put the grounding wire where the green wire was but great video

[michaelmccarty]

Great video.

Just fyi on those screws 10 24 is not a length.

10 is the diameter and 24 is the number of threads per inch

[BettyGoodman-xm]

Need yo be specific where the red white green and black wires connect to the ted white and nlack connection

[crystalbrooks]

Can you change a 3 prong to a 2 prong for a dryer?

[Mavilo]

Seemingly easy, but I noticed how you skipped the explanation on the ground cable. Could you clarify that?

[cryptoidman]

Good video, but you left out the ground wire and when you shopped at Lowe's you didn't buy hex head screws. You also didn't mention why you bought 2 different length screws; 3/8" & 1/2".

[fashionableesquire]

Hello, where did you get the white cord to place on the green screw/nut?

[janonthemtn]

Can we change the plug, take the old plug(in excellent condition) from our original dryer(Frigidaire) and install it onto a newer Whirlpool dryer?

[Andreyatl]

You didnt show most important thing .Did you transfered a neutural white wire jumper from middle terminal and use it as ground attached to dryer body for 3 prongs cord?

[moniqueh]

You skipped attaching or explaining the white cord? Do you just put it back on?

[williamhancock]

I have changed the plug but dryer still doesnt power up what did i do wrong

[volpe]

I just got a Bosch and the 4 prong doesn't match the outlet. I have a salvaged 3 prong from an old maytag. I hope to Jesus it's safe to replace it. Otherwise I can't even open the door.