From an Indesit washing machine manual IWC71452.
Extension cable for washing machine. Call 1300 942 765. Both the extension cables must be suitable for 13Amp loads. On a side-note my cubscouts group were doing a fundraiser when I was a kid and they plugged several kettles into a single coiled huge extension lead which ran into one of the shops.
44 out of 5 stars. Two washing machines plugged into an extesion lead which itself was daisy chained to another extension lead. One may also ask can you run the washer and dryer at the same time.
Youll get a good deal on a range of TV plugs and cables including power boards adapters extension cords and power surge protectors so you can not only plug in your TV but all your additional accessories and entertainment options too. It is typically wired with 12-gauge two-wire cable containing a hot wire a neutral wire and a ground wire. I was very shocked to fine singe marks and melting on an extension cable once.
Dont get them much longer than you need. This advice also goes for dishwashers and tumble dryers. 22 19INC VAT.
The reason that it is not ideal to plug a washing machine into an extension cable is because it introduces an extra risk of electrical overheating. You will have to use separate plugs separate sockets and separate cables. Should the mains cable need.
Use the proper extension cord for your washer. PVC-sheathed cable suitable for washing machines and extension leads. The receptacle is a 20-amp GFCI receptacle.