I have a free standing electric range (that sits flush against the wall) that needs to be replaced. Can I just do that myself if I have it delivered? Is it a simple procedure? I can have the old one picked up by the bulk trash people. But I don't want to screw up the installation. I know this may sound stupid, but is it just a matter of plugging the new one in where the old one was? Or is it more complicated than that? Of course I'm replacing the old one with a new one of the same size, components, etc. Thanks for the help!
2007-09-26 07:50:08 · 7 answers · asked by Goddess 5 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
This should not be difficult. You will need to pull the old one forward, unplug it and move it out. You will probably need to clean up under where the old had been. Then plug in the new stove and push it into place. Only possible complications would be if the floor was not level (for that there are typically four feet on the bottom of the unit, which screw in our out and can be adjusted with a wrench when the range is sitting on its feet. Also, to make the range level with the counter you may also wish to adjust these feet.
2007-09-26 07:57:15 · answer #1 · answered by Peter A 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Its a simple process pull it out ,unplug it and reverse the process with the new one. Just one thing new stoves have four prong plugs,old wiring has a three prong outlet. Make sure they deliver the correct plug check it before they deliver the stove and ask them if they pick up the old stove ,most do.
2007-09-26 16:48:03 · answer #2 · answered by petethen2 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
electric ranges are easy, its the gas kind that needs a pro to install. You just move the old one out, unplug it and plug the new range in and put it where the old one was. You might call your trash company and see if they will pick it up or not.
2007-09-26 14:58:55 · answer #3 · answered by sknymnie 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
As long as all the physical dimensions match up then it is that simple. Plug it in and scoootch it up against the wall. Simple as biscuits and jam, ooooh that's good.
2007-09-26 14:55:54 · answer #4 · answered by fnsurf 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your old range will have a nameplate on the
back that gives it's electric requirements.
If your new range does not require more power
or a different voltage, you're fine.
(120/240V, is not the same as 240V. .. If you
have the first you can install the second. If you
have the second, the first will call for new wire.)
2007-09-26 22:57:57 · answer #5 · answered by Irv S 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
the only thing you need to know is if your old range has a three or four prong cord and then you will know whether you will need a new four prong receptacle or have someone put a three prong cord on your new range...i would recommend you have an electrician come and install a four prong receptacle if your old one is a three prong...
2007-09-26 20:56:06 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
just plugs in.
simple
2007-09-26 14:52:56 · answer #7 · answered by J*Mo 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋