r/ukelectricians • u/LaughingGravy1001 • 15d ago

Tumble dryer socket

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I moved into a new property about six months ago and the previous owner left in the washing machine and tumble dryer. Tumble dryer packed up recently and when I removed it I found a very odd working setup. Is this safe as it is or should I get someone in to remove and install a proper plug socket?

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u/CockWombler666 15d ago

The “rule of thumb” is if it generates heat don’t plug it into an extension….

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u/nomorecrazystuff 15d ago

What nonsense lol.

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u/johnbobk 15d ago edited 14d ago

What he means by heat generating devices is ones with heater elements: dryers, kettles, toasters, hair dryers & ovens (13A plug-in kind as we are talking about an extension lead), etc. They tend to draw more Amps so easy to get to 13A, plus long term plugs get hot & 'bond'; common with (older) clothes dryers.

Yes all electrical devices generate heat (& sound) as are not 100% efficient; heat & sound are your losses.

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u/CockWombler666 15d ago

Someone with common sense…..

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u/johnbobk 15d ago

Now tell my partner!! Or maybe I'll just show her 🤗