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What sort of plug do I need for a electric cooker?

Do I need a special plug socket? I have always had gas cookers but fancied a change!!

Theres a plug socket behind my cooker but it just looks like a normal plug same as any other, So do I need a different plug put in??

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  • rizla01
    rizla01 Posts: 7,260 Forumite
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    By 'Plug' I assume you mean 'SOCKET' - ie the bit where you plug a plug into.

    Only certain cookers can be plugged in so make sure your one can, otherwise it'll need 'Hard-wiring' and a 30a supply.

    A lot, but not all, of single ovens, nowadays, can be plugged in using a 13a Fused plug. As a rule, double ovens draw a higher current.

    If in doubt, call a leccy.
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  • ictmad
    ictmad Posts: 274 Forumite
    just had my double oven disconnected as iam getting gas,it didnt have a plug,but a very thick wire,wired into a white box,so best getting a leccy to do it
  • Karen1980
    Karen1980 Posts: 309 Forumite
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    ok thanks, was trying to save cash as didnt want to pay for some1 to do my gas connection but looks af if it will cost either way.
    :eek: Karen xx:eek:
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  • Plasticman
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    I was really surprised that our new oven just plugged into a normal 3 pin socket. If you buy one that doesn't need to be wired in then it will be easy (and legal!) for you to do it yourself.
  • rizla01
    rizla01 Posts: 7,260 Forumite
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    Karen1980 wrote: »
    ok thanks, was trying to save cash as didnt want to pay for some1 to do my gas connection but looks af if it will cost either way.


    No.

    Just get a single oven (Cheaper) and ask the shop asst if it's suitable.

    Wickes do a nice Stainless Steel Oven, Hob & Extracter for about £210.00.

    Moffat i think.
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