February 18, 2012 By Dave Rongey ©2007-2012Author - Licensed Electrical Contractor Filed under Range
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Range Circuit Wiring and 3-Wire Outlets |
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I am installing a new electric range oven in a remodeled kitchen.
- I asked the gentlemen working at my local home center what size and type wire I needed for the connection.
- He told me a 50 amp breaker (which I already knew) but he sold me #6/2 wire with ground.
- I am installing a 3 prong receptacle on this wire.
- Can I use the bare ground wire as the neutral white wire on the receptacle?
This electrical question came from: Clint, a Homeowner from Port Allen, Louisiana
Dave’s Reply:
Thanks for your electrical question Clint.
Connecting a Range Cord
- Yes you can make a 3-wire connection rather than a 4-wire connection as you will see when you click the link below for wiring a range.
- The gentleman at the hardware store obviously did not know that we do not install 3-wire circuits to new ranges anymore.
The Following links will assist you with Connecting a Range Cord
House Wiring Circuits and Circuit Breakers
Electrical wire
Electrical Wire for the Home
Complete listing of electrical wire types and parts used for home projects with electrical code information serves as selection guidelines.
Wiring a Kitchen Range
Wiring a Kitchen Range Power Cord
Fully Described Electric Range Installation with a typical 220 Volt electric power cord wiring system. You may find yourself with either a 3-wire or 4-wire electric range. Lets look at how the electric range is wired and what to do if your cord does not match the plug.
Be Careful and Be Safe - Never Work on Energized Circuits!
Consult your Local Building Department about Permits and Inspections for all projects.
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