Jerry Simon Posted February 18, 2017 Report Share Posted February 18, 2017 Does code permit an electrical wall receptacle to be placed behind & above a range top/cook top? The worry is that a dangling appliance cord here could easily melt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Katen Posted February 18, 2017 Report Share Posted February 18, 2017 The NEC allows it. The NCCS* prohibits it under section 1-800-dumbass. *National Code of Common Sense Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Kibbel Posted February 18, 2017 Report Share Posted February 18, 2017 I've had 2 ranges with receptacles built in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erby Posted February 18, 2017 Report Share Posted February 18, 2017 The old gas ranges had it there to control the light and controls. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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