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Posted by Member, Takoma Park Volunteer on June 2, 2006, 2:47 pm
Joseph Meghan wrote:
> Sam Nickaby wrote:
>> I want to hook up a single 240V stove range to the dryer outlet
>> using a 10 gauge extension cord. The stove has a black, red and
>> a copper, all rated at 12 gauge. The dryer uses a 10 gauge wire.
>> I will be using only 1 burner which is about once a month. The
>> dryer outlet is a three plug NEMA: 10-30R. The reason why I'm
>> asking is because if this is not possible then I will have to switch
>> to propane which is as hazardous. What is the requirement that I
>> should make to ensure that the stove doesn't do any harm?
>>
>> Thanks
>
> To start with I don't think extension cords of any kind are code. That
> should be the end of the discussion.
>
Joseph Meghan is right here. The manufacturers directions on all modern
ranges require that they be fastened in place. The use of extension
cords to supply such equipment is a violation of
400.8 Uses Not Permitted.
Unless specifically permitted in 400.7, flexible cords and cables shall
not be used for the following:
(1) As a substitute for the fixed wiring of a structure.
--
Tom Horne
"This alternating current stuff is just a fad. It is much too dangerous
for general use." Thomas Alva Edison
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