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Short in electric range!
We had a new GE smooth top Range installed 3 weeks ago.
The previous range was a slide in that I removed and ripped out the small cabinet that was around it. The old stove was hard wired. I used the old wires and mounted the correct 3 plug receptical on the wall. The stove was rocking a bit so I slid the bottom draw out to gain access. I adjusted the foot then noticed the power cord was pinched (slightly) behind the side of the stove. I reached over to the cord to pull it back into the space where the draw goes. As I moved the cord there was a spark and the breaker tripped for the stove. My luck holds out as I was not touching anything. My first guess was the power cable was cut but I checked it carefully and it looks ok. I dont see a burn mark anywhere to tell where the spark came from. I pulled the stove out, plugged it in and reset the breaker. Stove still works but I concerned to use it until I know what went wrong. I can replace the power cord but how can I be sure that was it? Is the stove safe to use? I will call GE in the morning. I cheched where the power cord is connected and everything seems solid. Any Suggestions appreciated. Steve |
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