Wolf 30' Doesn't come with plug,should socket be mounted in-wall?

14 years ago

Man, I can't believe you shell out top dollar for one of the best ranges that you can buy and it doesn't come with a plug, what's up with that?

Now my wall where it is being installed already has an oven plug, if plugged in will the Wolf DF 30" still be able to be flush against the wall? or do I need to install one of those Range sockets that actually sit inside the wall and is not mounted on the surface of the wall? gives you a little more room.

Or does the range have a cavity or something where the plug will sit in without it being affected by it sticking out from the wall?

Appreciate any feedback.

Thanks,

Mark

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live_wire_oak

14 years ago

A gas range should only need a regular 120 volt socket for the already attached cord, but it may need to be in a specified location. An electric range (of any cost) will not come with an attached cord because your home may either have a 3 wire circuit or a 4 wire circuit, and the cord that you will need will depend on the age of your home, as well as locality. As mentioned, some localites require hard wiring.

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golferstan
14 years ago
Check owner`s manual,may have to be hardwired.
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histokitch
14 years ago
Installation instructions should have come with your range. They are available online, as well. The range is hardwired. The electrical supply should come in at the center of the wall behind the range down near the floor. You might want to have an electrician help you out.
aprince
14 years ago
How is Wolf going to know where your outlet is? Of course it doesn't come with a plug. No built in or professional range does. Should they have a plug for your gas too?
antss
14 years ago
Mark - most ranges do not come with a plug installed, for the reason L.W.O. stated. You can use the included ( I think) whip and hard wire it or you can remove that and use a cordset with a molded plug on the end , which is available at your dealer or home center.

YOU MUST LOCATE the mechanical rough ins where Wolf shows them in the quick spec guide and installation manual or you will have trouble , not just a range that juts into your kitchen too far.

You should look at pg. 15 and better yet get someone who knows what they are doing to install or at very least advise you on this.

LWO - Mark's model is a dual fuel model so he needs 220V.

Here is a link that might be useful: install manual
markbr
Original Author
14 years ago
Thanks, I am 100% going to get an electrician to do this, it's just that I had the gas guy in and for some reason I thought it would just plug in, my mistake.

If I have an option, do you recommend hard wiring over using a molded plug?

I figure with the molded plug it will not be able to sit flush, but with a hard wire wouldn't it be difficult for me to remove the oven for cleaning without calling an electrician?
wa8b
14 years ago
Mark - The reason the installation specs indicate where the gas and electrical connections must be placed, is so that the gas line and electrical plug will have the clearance needed to allow the range can be pushed up against the wall. If the gas and electrical connections aren't down close to the floor, you won't be able to position the range properly. With the outlet down next to the floor, a recessed outlet shouldn't be necessary.

I'd recommend using a plug, which will simplify disconnecting the range if needed for service. You can probably purchase one from your appliance dealer or your electrician, but you might save a few bucks if you buy one yourself from Home Depot or Lowes. They're not terribly expensive, probably in the $15 to $25 range. Just be sure to buy one with the proper rating and pin configuration. Your electrician can advise you on what you need.
francoise47
14 years ago
Dear Mark,

How did your Wolf range installation work out? I hope you are loving it. Any suggestions or tips for installation? We are having a Wolf 30" dual fuel installed this Friday and we still need to do the electrical work for the 220 volt wiring.
Sandra Guerrero
3 years ago
HI. does anybody have pictures of his/her 30 inch. dual fuel wolf range outlets on the wall? and what do I need to buy for gas and electric? I do not see any cord. I think it is not provided. and my electrician will come tomorrow! Thank you.

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