Disconnecting/connecting electric cooker

Question

I have electric range which is already in situ, am getting new one next week as the cable is already there can I isolate the item disconnect and connect new appliance?

Aron · Accepted Answer

Yes you can , be sure to test for voltage .. make sure it's dead ... And if your not sure ... Be sure to get an electrician .. ..

Benjamin · Answer

Hi there. Yes this can be done. However I would recommend that you employ a qualified electrician.

Gilbert · Answer

Depends if the new one is the same module as the old one then you can Isolate and use the same cable. An electric range cooker, you'll need at least a 32 amp outlet to connect electric cookers consuming more than 3KW (that's most range cookers which I assume you already know ) and a 6mm cable. Induction models use more electricity, so a 10mm size cable and a 45 amp breaker will be required.

John · Answer

For the price of a cable ( a few quid) i would just replace the old cable to be safe, its hard to see if a cable has been overloaded by the last appliance unless its dark and brittle. Especially if the last appliance blew an element, i would replace the cable

Bruce · Answer

Hi Susan

This should be fine. However, you would need to check that the rating of the appliances were the same or very similar. The condition of the cable should also be checked. 

Thanks

Aidan · Answer

if you feel confident in doing it sure but I'd recommend that you have an electrician inspect and test the circuit to check over connections and the size and condition of the existing cable and to connect up the new cooker... best to be safe than sorry

Martin · Answer

This is all about competence. The fact you are asking this question does automatically make me think you should get someone in. 

But the question really is do you have the knowledge and skill to do it safely. Can you safely isolate and test it to make sure? 
Can you do a earth loop test to make sure it is a healthy reading (below the permitted resistance)
Then you will need the experience to be able to make sure the terminations are a) in the correct terminals and b) are not loose in any way. 
Additionally the circuit should be correctly fused in relation to the cable, there should be an RCD and earth bonding to gas and water should be in place.

Lorenc · Answer

No. You need qualified electrician to connect it and give you electrical minor work certificate. If you do it your self and something hapend then you are not covered by the insurance.

Richard · Answer

You would be safer getting an electrician to do it for £60.00

Rhys · Answer

Yes it’s possible , but you will need a qualified electrican to carry out for you

Disconnecting/connecting electric cooker

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