On Wed, 11 Mar 2015 15:44:01 +0000, Chuck
wrote:

replying to ShirtFree, Chuck wrote:
ShirtFree wrote:

I have just discovered that our 120v microwave oven is tapped into the 240v
stove circuit. The stove circuit is a two wire cable with ground, and the
microwave is connected to one hot wire and the neutral is connected to the
grounding wire of the stove circuit. I'm not an electrician, but I know
intuitively this is not right. What is the major danger? Any ideas for a
remedy?



Thanks, guys, for all the input. There are no 120v devices on the stove
(very cheap model). No clocks, outlets or the like.

I never thought an outlet on the stove was a great idea. Eventually
someone will turn the burner on when an electric cord is going over the
burner.

Strictly 240v heating
elements. The house was constructed in the late 60's, early 70's (with
aluminum wiring) and the kitchen "remodeling" was done in 2010, at which
time the jerry rigged wiring was installed. I'm sure no permitting took
place.

Glad to learn about the extent and nature of the dangers, though. I will
make sure that there is continuity in the ground between the stove and the
distribution panel. I'm going to go with having a separate circuit
installed as time and circumstances allow.

PS The Anne Arundel County Fire Service was not interested in stationing

I actually live in the next county (I think).

fire fighters and equipment in the vicinity. The entire community has
aluminum wiring and yet there have been no house fires that I am aware of.

Thanks again to all of you for your help.