My new Oven!!

[Bernie1976]

Hi!

I know this appears to be going over old ground, but i need to satisfy myself of the position.

I have recently purchased an electrolux fitted oven with a power rating of 3,000 W.

My electrician assures me that this can safely be connected to my downstairs ringmain via a standard socket and 13 amp plug and will work quite happily and safely

Can anyone re-assure me that this is indeed the case?

(FYI, the hob is gas and all other large itemns such as tumble dirie/ washer etc are wired to a different ring main)

 

[dingbat]

3000W divided by nominal 230V = 13 A (divided by actual 240V = 12.5 A)

Of course it's okay, they're designed that way and often come supplied with a moulded 13A plug.

Why did you doubt your electrician?

 

[Bernie1976]

Just after some re-assurance as i had not come across this before. In addition the booklet (whilst refering to 13 amp sockets etc) also referred to an option for a cooker control curcuit and the need for a double pole switch. Why would this be stated if it can just be pugged in and switched on?

Also would a fused switched spur be a better bet than a simple socket and plug?

 

[Pensdown]

A FCU is not as deep as a plug and socket so if it's behind the cooker this an be an advantage. A plug is better for maintenance. Pro's and con's for both. If you have a plug and socket and your happy, why spend money on a FCU?

 

[Steve]

FCU is better because it lacks the weak point of removable contacts. Remember, 3KW is absolute max. for a 13A plug, and it will get warm due to resistance on the plug's contacts. I would install an FCU.

 

[Adam_151]

It can just be plugged in, but if it is not too difficult it would be preferable to install a dedicated 16A radial circuit for it

 

[Pensdown]

Hi!

My electrician assures me that this can safely be connected to my downstairs ringmain via a standard socket and 13 amp plug and will work quite happily and safely

After reading your post again, you may want to check what else is on the ring circuit as it must also do the rest of the kitchen. If you have a freezer, dishwasher, tumble dryer, washing machine, then a new circuit maybe required

 

[Bernie1976]

The only other draws on the circuit would be downstairs sockets e.g. just tv etc and with regard to kitchen appliances there would be just a small fridge and then the kettle etc. Larger appliances such as washer/ drier etc are on a separate circuit.

I take it that this should mean a standard socket and plug (although not supplied with appliance) should be fine?