Changing from Electrical Cook Top to Electrical Range

EkS · 06-18-2010, 07:17 PM

This is what the wires look like in the box. The thicker wires are what's coming from the panel. I forgot my calipers so I didn't measure the wires.

williswires · 06-18-2010, 10:14 PM

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Originally Posted by EkS

Here is a link to the manual. I checked the electrical connection and it gives you both.

http://www.homedepot.com/catalog/pdf...aa26ff688a.pdf

Also, my dryer is going to be gas, so that plays no part.

This is a generic manual - there is no specific data on your range.

Do you have the model number, or the nameplate data as was asked before?

a7ecorsair · 06-18-2010, 10:27 PM

Is that a bare copper wire connected to the white?
You have two blacks and a white run in greenfield. You may be in better shape than you think. Try and figure out what size the wires are. In the picture, the white looks to be a size larger than the two blacks but this may be an illusion.

**Gary in WA** · 06-18-2010, 10:44 PM

Don't forget, most ranges need the plug box on (or close to ) the floor to get the appliance back flush to the wall. Check the new manufacture's data for placement.

Be safe, Gary

EkS · 06-19-2010, 01:32 AM

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Originally Posted by williswires

This is a generic manual - there is no specific data on your range.

Do you have the model number, or the nameplate data as was asked before?

Oh sorry, the Model Maytag MER7662WW. Link on the Best Buy website is

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Maytag+-...=1218099973670

I don't have the appliance yet.

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Originally Posted by a7ecorsair

Is that a bare copper wire connected to the white?
You have two blacks and a white run in greenfield. You may be in better shape than you think. Try and figure out what size the wires are. In the picture, the white looks to be a size larger than the two blacks but this may be an illusion.

Yes, that's bare copper connected to the white. The bare wire is coming from the cook top that is already there, that I'm going to replace. I think the blacks are bigger than the white, is the good or bad. I'll take my calipers and check the gauge.

Also, what amp rating would be required to be installed at the panel?

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Originally Posted by GBR in WA

Don't forget, most ranges need the plug box on (or close to ) the floor to get the appliance back flush to the wall. Check the new manufacture's data for placement.

Be safe, Gary

Will do, I'll probably have to take out some of the drywall any, so I'll install it close to the floor.

EkS · 06-21-2010, 07:40 PM

So what minimum gauge (thickness) should the wire be so I can keep everything and just make it a receptacle?

Also, what amp rating breaker is needed? If it's not the right one installed, can I just change it out for the correct one, assuming that the gauge of the wire is correct?

a7ecorsair · 06-21-2010, 08:37 PM

From what I read in those manuals, it looks to me like a 40 amp circuit is enough. If the wire in the greenfield is #8 and the greenfield goes all the panel, you should be able to use it with a 40 amp breaker.
Have you looked inside the panel to see if there is any marking on the wire at that end?

EkS · 06-22-2010, 12:20 AM

Well I measured the wire and it measures 0.1040 inches and it's solid wire not stranded. Does that make it a #10?

Since I have might have to call an electrician I might look into running a gas line. What do you guys think will be more cost effective running new wire or a gas line? House is on a raised foundation so I have a crawl space.

Also, what if I were to purchase a new cooktop and oven and keep everything the way it is now, just new appliances. Would I be able to keep the wiring since both have their own circuits?

a7ecorsair · 06-22-2010, 08:50 AM

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Originally Posted by EkS

Well I measured the wire and it measures 0.1040 inches and it's solid wire not stranded. Does that make it a #10?

Since I have might have to call an electrician I might look into running a gas line. What do you guys think will be more cost effective running new wire or a gas line? House is on a raised foundation so I have a crawl space.

Also, what if I were to purchase a new cooktop and oven and keep everything the way it is now, just new appliances. Would I be able to keep the wiring since both have their own circuits?

Yup, #10
Number 10 copper is good for 30 amps so you would just have to check the specifications on what ever you decide.
BTW, I don't think you ever said what was feeding the oven. What size fuse or breaker is on that circuit?

EkS · 06-22-2010, 11:43 AM

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Originally Posted by a7ecorsair

Yup, #10
Number 10 copper is good for 30 amps so you would just have to check the specifications on what ever you decide.
BTW, I don't think you ever said what was feeding the oven. What size fuse or breaker is on that circuit?

Oh, I did check and it's a 30amp breaker.