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Can I plug a kiln into my 10-30 dryer outlet?

Updated on Jan 24, 2025

The 10-30 outlet is not approved by UL or the NEC for continuous loads such as kilns. The 10-30 power cord is designed for dryers. To use a 10-30 circuit, the wall outlet would have to be changed to 6-30.