We recommend to never use an extension cord to connect your dishwasher to an electrical outlet. Yes, using an extension cord will work, but it's extremely dangerous. Your power cord will eventually overheat, causing your cord and anything surrounding the cord to melt.
So, in summary, the answer is YES...you can use a power strip for both the dishwasher and solenoid.
The 60" (5 feet) power cord is for portable dishwashers ONLY. Built-in models are generally hard wired. Any dishwasher cord over 72" (6 feet) will void the warranty. GE strongly recommends that an extension cord not be used with a dishwasher due to the potential safety hazards under certain conditions.
Safety Considerations
The biggest concern with using an extension cord to power a refrigerator is using the wrong cord, which can lead to overheating of the cord, damage to the appliance and increased risk of fire or electric shock. Never try to plug a three-pronged appliance into an un-grounded extension cord.
Extension cords can overheat and cause fires when used improperly. Overheating is usually caused by overloading or connecting appliances that consume more watts than the cord can handle. Damaged extension cords can also cause fires. Extension cords should only be used temporarily.
The best size extension cord for a refrigerator is 14 gauge awg. This will carry up to 15 amps of current over a distance of 30 feet without any issues. It is not recommended to use a smaller size than that as it could cause a voltage drop in the cord, causing the cord to heat up and harm the refrigerator.
Newer Bosch dishwashers use a special power cord that plugs into the back of the unit. It comes with a standard 3-prong cord that works if you have an outlet for power. If you have a hardwired dishwasher, this box allows for an easy-to-wire junction box with a white, black and green terminal.
Electrical Connection for a Portable Dishwasher
This dishwasher has a power cord with a 3-prong grounding plug. It must be plugged into a mating 3-prong grounding type receptacle, installed and grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code and any local codes and ordinances.
The revised language in the NEC allows a built-in dishwasher to have a cord length between 3 feet and up to 6.5 feet. The receptacle for a built-in dishwasher should be located next to the space occupied by the dishwasher according to new item 6.
However, the main difference between the two lies in the purpose: If you want to multiply the number of electrical outlets from a single source, use a power strip. If you want to stretch out a power source towards a distant appliance, use an extension cord.
Power surge protection: Some power surges are strong enough to severely damage or kill your dishwasher, as well as other electrical items and appliances. A power surge is caused during a spike in your home's electrical current. Cardozo said buying a surge protector can go a long way to saving your dishwasher.
Never Plug a Power Strip Into Another Power Strip
In a word—don't. Not only is it against half a dozen OSHA regulations in a professional setting, but it can also cause one or more of the strips to fail or even catch fire.
Unlike plug-in appliances, a dishwasher must be hardwired and hooked up to the home's plumbing. If you're for the challenge of installing it yourself, you can save a lot of money.
This dishwasher can plug into an outlet or be hard wired. The dishwasher comes with a cord.
The adapter is to be left on the faucet. Run water as you normally would. You may need to tighten the adapter or add another washer if water leaks during use.
If your dishwasher is giving an electric shock, it may mean that the safety device called the 'trip switch' is not working. Since electrical kitchen appliances operate in a wet area, they come with a built-in safety device to automatically cut-off power in the event that a fault leads to a shock.
All Bosch dishwashers come with 110v power cord for plugging into wall outlet. If you are hardwiring then you must use the Bosch power cord with junction box accessory.
Dishwashers are hardwired. They consume a relatively high amount of power, so it is not advised to use the same method to connect your other household appliances.
No - it comes with wires to the dishwasher in a box on the front. If your existing dishwasher uses a standard plug under the sink, you would need a power cord. If your existing dishwasher taps into a romex cable in the cabinet you can just use a couple wire nuts to hook it up in the power box.
Choose cords with polarized or three-prong plugs. For use with larger appliances, thick, round, low-gauge extension cords are best. For smaller appliances and electronics, you can use thin or flat cords.
Common household extension cords are available in 16 gauge (smallest), 14 gauge, 12 gauge, and 10 gauge (biggest). The lower the number, the bigger the gauge and the greater the amperage and wattage is.
Washing machines draw a large amount of electrical current to operate. Most user manuals will indicate that using an extension cord for a large appliance such as a washing machine is not advisable. Generally speaking, using an extension cord for your washing machine should be avoided.
Yes you can use an extension cord , power strip or outlet!!!!!