Recent content by vinceherman

3 wire, Nema 10-30, pre 1996 dryer receptacle. Yes, I was planning on using the transfer to ensure that both outlets would never be in use at the same time. If that is not necessary, then I will likely simply add the additional outlet.

I like the idea of new wire. Obstacles: Running the wire from the basement, somehow across the room on a concrete slab and then to the garage. 200A main box has no more room. Many of the breakers are already double circuits. Cost. Leaving the main box issue out of it, what would you expect an...

And I will also let SheWhoMustBeObeyed know about the idea of blocking off the existing receptacle.

The main panel is in the basement. No direct access since the garage is on the far side of the family room which has no basement under it. I agree that it would be easiest to block. For now, I want to discuss solutions that leave the laundry room receptacle intact. Can I put in a transfer...

I would prefer not to block off the outlet in the laundry room. While I do not intend to use it, who knows what the future holds for me or other owners. The charger has been tested on the 10-30 outlet. It pulls 24A. It charges my motorcycle in 2 hours rather than the 8(ish) hours when plugged...

I have a question about adding a second outlet on a 30A 240 circuit. I have a 10-30 outlet in my laundry room. Unused since I have a gas dryer. That wall is shared with my garage. I want to put a second 10-30 outlet in my garage for use with my electric vehicle. I have seen transfer...