Thanks again, for the quick replies.

resqcapt19: Thanks. I don't have a copy of the NEC. (I'm trying to get into the trade, after being laid off from an internet-related job since May.)

lwinter31: Is this the receptacle to which you refer: [Linked Image from 65.108.216.53]

electure: Interesting...this one has an "auto" setting and my wife did mention something once about wet towels, etc.

(One way to get out of laundry duty is to mess it up. Problem is, two can play that game--I won't have anything to wear so I don't even dare...) [Linked Image]

To all of you -- thanks again, and since this board has such a strong theme about codes and safety, I read that one of the largest causes of house fires is improper or clogged venting of clothes dryers!

[This message has been edited by ThinkGood (edited 01-01-2003).]