Wire size question for washing machine, 14 guage?

Kamper · 12-31-2011, 08:30 PM

Hi!

My step-daugher just bought an older house and has asked me to use my handy-man skills on it.

The wiring passed inspection even though it's all the type that looks like tarred fabric. The outlet for the washer is overhead and has an adapter stuck in it. I'm thinking of replacing the circuit for her. I'm not sure what guage the current stuff is because I haven't pulled a sample. I have plenty of 14g to do the job along with boxes, outlets and covers. Does anyone know if this size wire is adequate for a typical washing machine?

You may think I'm cheap but I'm just trying to prioritise the expenditures.

Thanks in advance for constructive advice!

K

12-31-2011, 08:30 PM	#1
Kamper Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Thornton's Ferry Posts: 1,307 Thanks: 67 Thanked 172 Times in 128 Posts	Wire size question for washing machine, 14 guage? Hi! My step-daugher just bought an older house and has asked me to use my handy-man skills on it. The wiring passed inspection even though it's all the type that looks like tarred fabric. The outlet for the washer is overhead and has an adapter stuck in it. I'm thinking of replacing the circuit for her. I'm not sure what guage the current stuff is because I haven't pulled a sample. I have plenty of 14g to do the job along with boxes, outlets and covers. Does anyone know if this size wire is adequate for a typical washing machine? You may think I'm cheap but I'm just trying to prioritise the expenditures. Thanks in advance for constructive advice! K