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Voltage Gate
PASSDevice output type must match generator output.
240V required -> 120V/240V available
Can the Anker SOLIX F3800 Run a Clothes Dryer? It Depends on Your Model
3 of 3 models are compatible with this generator.
Jump to model-specific results ↓Power Margin Analysis
6000W / 9000W Capacity Running Up to 737W headroom on lighter models; 161W short on demanding models
5263W to 6161W required
Surge 2839W to 3737W headroom by model
5263W to 6161W required
Decision Gate Waterfall
Same decision gates as the engine: voltage, running, surge. Runtime is shown as operational context.
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Running Gate
PARTIALContinuous draw with safety buffer applied.
5,263W to 6,161W required -> 6,000W available (737W headroom on lighter models)
Required 5,263W to 6,161W required
Available 6,000W
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Surge Gate
PASSStartup peak with safety buffer applied.
5,263W to 6,161W required -> 9,000W available (2,839W to 3,737W headroom)
Required 5,263W to 6,161W required
Available 9,000W
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Runtime Insight
INFORuntime context only. It does not change the electrical compatibility verdict.
Continuous estimate: 0.5h
Device profile reference: up to 1h per day.
Power bars show required versus available output for each gate.
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Quick compatibility, required headroom, and model-specific context at a glance.
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6000W
Running Power
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3840Wh
Capacity
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~0.5h
Est. Runtime
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2400W
Solar Input
Quick Compatibility Check
- 1 3 of 3 models are compatible with the Anker SOLIX F3800.
- 2 Model requirements range from 4784W to 5600W running watts.
- 3 See the model-specific results table for per-model verdicts.
Model-Specific Results
3 of 3 models are SAFE or TIGHT. Most demanding model: GE GTD38EASWWS (5,600W surge).
| Model | Running | Surge | Verdict | Runtime | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samsung DVE45T3200W | 5,300W | 5,300W | Safe | ~0.5h | OEM Manual |
Show expert analysisTechnical: **Running load:** 5300 W. **Surge:** 5300 W. Requires 240V split-phase. No additional inrush current observed beyond steady-state draw. Your power station must sustain 5300 W continuous output at 240V. Field note: Verify your power station's 240V receptacle is rated for sustained 5300 W loads. Undersized outlets or inverters will trip under this continuous draw. Can I run this dryer on a portable power station? Only if your power source provides 240V split-phase output and can supply 5300W continuous and 5300W surge. Most consumer units lack this capacity. | |||||
| GE GTD38EASWWS | 5,600W | 5,600W | Tight | ~0.5h | OEM Manual |
Show expert analysisTechnical: **Running load:** 5600 W continuous at 240V. **Surge:** 5600 W (no motor spike observed). Requires split-phase 240V output. Most portable power stations provide 120V only. Field note: Confirm your power station supports split-phase 240V before attempting connection. Single 120V outlets cannot supply this appliance. Can I run this dryer on a portable power station? Only if your power source provides 240V split-phase output and can supply 5600W continuous and 5600W surge. Capacity must exceed 5600 Wh for one full cycle. | |||||
| LG DLEX4000W | 4,784W | 4,784W | Safe | ~0.6h | OEM Manual |
Show expert analysisTechnical: **Running load:** 4784W at 240V split-phase. **Surge:** 4784W (resistive heating element, no motor surge). Requires a power station capable of continuous 240V output at this wattage. Field note: Verify your power station can sustain 4784W continuously on 240V. Many portable units lack the required voltage configuration or sustained wattage capacity. Can I run this dryer on a portable power station? Only if your power source provides 240V split-phase output and can supply 4784W continuous and 4784W surge. | |||||
How This Pairing Performs Across Our Database
This unit ranks #1 of 3 compatible generators for this device by buffered margin (Balanced class).
How Electric Clothes Dryer Performs Across 33 Tested Generators
3 of 33 generators are SAFE+TIGHT for Electric Clothes Dryer.
3
Safe+Tight
Safe 1 (3%)
Tight 2 (6%)
Fail 2 (6%)
Voltage Fail 28 (85%)
Power Comparison: Anker SOLIX F3800 vs Top Alternatives for Electric Clothes Dryer
Anker SOLIX F3800 Tight Balanced
Current unit
Running 6,000W
Surge 9,000W
Fit class uses buffered needs (running and surge) for this device.
Specs & Surge Analysis
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Electric Clothes Dryer
Clothes Drying Cycle
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5600W
Running
5600W
Surge
240V
Required
True Surge™ Analysis
Safety Buffer: +10% Running Power Usage 88% to 103% Utilization
5263W to 6161W required 6000W Capacity
Up to 737W headroom on lighter models; 161W short on demanding models
Surge/Startup Peak 58% to 68% Utilization
5263W to 6161W required 9000W Capacity
2839W to 3737W headroom by model
Voltage Match 240V ↔ 120V/240V ✓
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Before You Buy: Connection Check
High-voltage device
This device typically needs 240V split-phase or a hardwired connection. Most portable stations are 120V-only. Verify the plug type and voltage on the device label/manual before purchase.
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Generator Insights
The 9000W surge rating can handle typical compressor-based appliances like central air conditioners, well pumps, and refrigerators during startup. This capacity can support multiple simultaneous high-draw devices once running loads stabilize. Expect reliable operation for tools, HVAC systems, and other inductive loads that demand short-duration power spikes.
This unit employs LFP chemistry with a 3840Wh capacity, designed for stable discharge under high-demand conditions. The architecture supports both sustained and transient loads within rated limits. Source: Anker SOLIX F3800 User Manual v1.1 (Specifications) (OEM documentation).
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Keep your Electric Clothes Dryer running with solar • MPPT: 11– 60V • Max: 2400W
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100W Panel
1 Hour Sun =
+0h per sun hour
MC4 -> XT60
Full in ~54.9h Adapter required: MC4 -> XT60.
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400W Panel
1 Hour Sun =
+0.1h per sun hour
MC4 -> XT60
Full in ~13.7h Adapter required: MC4 -> XT60.
Smart Value EcoFlow
400W Panel
1 Hour Sun =
+0.1h per sun hour
MC4 -> XT60
Full in ~13.7h Adapter required: MC4 -> XT60.
Technical Analysis
Spec-Based • No GuaranteesTechnical Breakdown
Running load: 5600W at 240V. Surge: 5600W (resistive heating element + drum motor, no significant inrush). Requires 240V split-phase output. Every portable power station in our database outputs 120V single-phase only, making this device incompatible regardless of wattage capacity.
Expected Behavior
Estimated runtime: ~0.5h. Operates for approximately 1 hour per drying cycle, consuming 5,600 Wh per load. The sustained 5,600W draw at 240V exceeds both the voltage and wattage capacity of every consumer portable power station we test.
Field Note
An electric clothes dryer is not a realistic portable power station load. The 240V split-phase requirement alone eliminates every consumer portable unit. For outage laundry drying, a gas dryer runs its drum motor on 120V (only the igniter and controls need electricity — typically under 400W). Alternatively, air-drying or using a portable fan with a drying rack is the zero-infrastructure solution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the Anker SOLIX F3800 power a Clothes Dryer?
It depends on the model. 3 of 3 Electric Clothes Dryer models are compatible with the Anker SOLIX F3800. See the model-specific results table for exact verdicts per model.
How long will the Anker SOLIX F3800 run a Clothes Dryer?
It depends on the model. Compatible models run approximately 0.5–0.6 hours on the Anker SOLIX F3800. 0 of 3 models are not compatible. See the model-specific results for details.
Efficiency Hack: Large appliances like the Electric Clothes Dryer cycle on and off. To maximize the 0.5 hours of runtime, try to minimize how often you open the device or introduce heat loads.
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Technical Sourcing & Verification
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Engineering Est. Safety Factor Applied
Derived from variant list (max of variants). Running worst case = GE GTD38EASWWS (5600W). Surge = running (resistive heating element — no motor inrush).
⚡ Generator Specs Source
OEM Verified
Anker SOLIX F3800 User Manual v1.1 (Specifications)
Methodology informed by US Department of Energy (DOE) & EIA references where applicable.
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