This video came in SO clutch!! We were replacing an old stove from the 90s that had a 3-prong. Our new stove had a 4 prong. Headed to Lowe’s and got a 3 prong for the new own. Followed this to a T!
Great job. You answered my question which was: which is the red and which is the black and do they have to be connected in a specific way (when NOT labeled on the appliance cord. You took the time to explain, gave senarios and emphasized certain aspects. Thank-you. Much appreciated.
Sister just bought a used stove from a remodel job. After hooking up the electrical outlet, plugged in the stove ( which seemed to work) only to find the display did not come on. but it did flicker once, So I checked the plug not only was the left side completely burnt and corroded, but all three wires were not even screwed in but a couple turns, not tight at all. Thanks for telling the audience how important to get these wires tight. I will be getting a new plug tomorrow.
You’re welcome update: got the new plug-in and because of the short in the old plug it fried the control panel so I’ve got a new control panel ordered. eBay is really good with this if you need one.
Awesome! I got a new range today and thanks to this I even know why they didn't have a cord already on it.. And your tutorial is so straightforward and clearly shown that I did it myself easily. Thanks!!!
Thank you posting this video it was the exact range I had with the same 3 prong configuration and hook up terminal. Great Job thank you so much for helping me on this Rainy Day today 7/12/21
I have a 3 prong cord but the end where you hook it up to the oven itself are like 2 prong forks instead of circles, is there a difference in how to hook them up
They still connect to the terminal block the same way. Just make sure when you tighten down the nuts, you do so on the flat part of the forks. Tighten all the way so the forks can’t twist. Thanks for watching!
I have a 3 prong outlet and the stove/range has a 4 prong plug. I am changing the stove to a 3 prong plug... On the stove/range, do I install a ground strap from the frame/chassis of the stove to the neutral on the terminal block of the stove? Does the neutral also provide "ground" to the stove as where it appears the 4 prong outlet provided a separate ground wire?
Yes a 3 prong cable plug should have that bridge in place on the range that bonds the Neutral and Ground together. On an appliance that has a 4 prong cable in place, that bridge would have been removed (not needed) so yes you need to install a ground strap when retrofitting to a 3 prong cable. STAY SAFE!
Nothing that I need, but how about something that I just did; over the range microwave install, but reverse the fan blower to outside exhaust.@@TheAppliancePlug
Yes you can use a small piece of wire between the neutral and the ground. Make sure it is adequately stripped (plenty of bare wire at either end) and the wire is a snug, neat fit under the nuts.
So does this mean that all newer stove models can interchange between a 3 prong to 4 prong/4 prong to 3 prong? Why would you need a 3 versus 4 or vice versa? What’s the difference/benefits of the two?
Stoves typically don't come with the power cord already installed when purchased brand new. You install the cord based on the outlet in your home and there's a slight difference between installing a 3 prong cord versus a 4 prong cord. We have another video showing how to install a 4 prong cord. Check it out! Thanks for watching!
The stove had 3 my outlet took 4 the man said I didn't want to change my outlet I wanted to change my cord on the stove the cord he handed me has a green wire he said was the ground wire what do I connect it to
It must be an old appliance not to have a ground lug. Either way you would need to use a 3 prong cable, the Neutral wire being connected to the Neutral lug.
This video came in SO clutch!! We were replacing an old stove from the 90s that had a 3-prong. Our new stove had a 4 prong. Headed to Lowe’s and got a 3 prong for the new own. Followed this to a T!
Glad it helped!
My apologies I'm Australian what doe's "clutch" mean? Sense of timing or something?
yep@@jspee1965
@@jspee1965 successful in a crucial situation
Sweet dude, appreciate this. My landlord knocked a few bucks off my rent if i could do this myself, and i did, so he did. Much appreciated
Wow! That is awesome to hear! Glad I was able to save you money on your rent!
Wow! I'm watching this a second time before I run to Lowes to get the cord. You are a wonderful communicator and teacher!
Glad to help! I appreciate the kind words. Thanks for watching!
Does this mean red and black wires are interchangeable as long as the center prong is connected correctly?
Yes, that is correct.
Thanks for asking that question, bro! That’s all I needed.
2 hot wires 1 neutral.
Great job. You answered my question which was: which is the red and which is the black and do they have to be connected in a specific way (when NOT labeled on the appliance cord. You took the time to explain, gave senarios and emphasized certain aspects. Thank-you. Much appreciated.
Glad to help! I appreciate your feedback. Thanks for watching!
Awesome vid so far...this is my morning project today.
Late response. Sorry. I hope everything went smoothly for you!
you saved my butt before spouse got out of bed! new range installed
Very nice Stephanie! Glad to hear I was able to save you from some headaches there!
Sister just bought a used stove from a remodel job. After hooking up the electrical outlet, plugged in the stove ( which seemed to work) only to find the display did not come on. but it did flicker once, So I checked the plug not only was the left side completely burnt and corroded, but all three wires were not even screwed in but a couple turns, not tight at all. Thanks for telling the audience how important to get these wires tight. I will be getting a new plug tomorrow.
Thanks for sharing! I appreciate your feedback. 🙏
You’re welcome update: got the new plug-in and because of the short in the old plug it fried the control panel so I’ve got a new control panel ordered. eBay is really good with this if you need one.
@@paulclack5851 great to know!
Thank you so much!!! This video was sooooo helpful!!🙌🏽 Instant follow!
Awesome! Glad to help!
Nice job, my range Power wire just smoked. They left the screws loose on the power plugged, got to buy a power plug, and I got the cable.
Awesome! I got a new range today and thanks to this I even know why they didn't have a cord already on it.. And your tutorial is so straightforward and clearly shown that I did it myself easily. Thanks!!!
Glad to help. I appreciate your feedback. Thanks for watching!
Thank you posting this video it was the exact range I had with the same 3 prong configuration and hook up terminal. Great Job thank you so much for helping me on this Rainy Day today 7/12/21
Thank you!
This is a great instructional video. Super
Glad you liked it! Thanks so much
Dude give it up.
Give up what?
Thanks
No Problem!
Thank you!!!!
Glad to help! Thank you!
Nice, concise help video, appreciate it!
Thank you Tom! Hope you were able to successfully install your unit!
No ground wire?
Great video ,Thank you so much!!
Thanks!
No problem!
Thanks you very much
You are welcome
What tool do you use to remove the nut? the sockets I have are not long enough to get past the screw like you did here. Thanks!!
I used a Milwaukee multi-tip screwdriver. It's my favorite tool.
Try this link on Amazon:
Milwaukee Multi-Tip Screwdriver
Thank you!
Glad to help!
Watched your video then had my cord swapped over in 10 Mins. I appreciate the thorough video!
I have a 3 prong cord but the end where you hook it up to the oven itself are like 2 prong forks instead of circles, is there a difference in how to hook them up
They still connect to the terminal block the same way. Just make sure when you tighten down the nuts, you do so on the flat part of the forks. Tighten all the way so the forks can’t twist. Thanks for watching!
I have a 3 prong outlet and the stove/range has a 4 prong plug. I am changing the stove to a 3 prong plug...
On the stove/range, do I install a ground strap from the frame/chassis of the stove to the neutral on the terminal block of the stove? Does the neutral also provide "ground" to the stove as where it appears the 4 prong outlet provided a separate ground wire?
Yes a 3 prong cable plug should have that bridge in place on the range that bonds the Neutral and Ground together. On an appliance that has a 4 prong cable in place, that bridge would have been removed (not needed) so yes you need to install a ground strap when retrofitting to a 3 prong cable. STAY SAFE!
my stove lights doesn’t turn on and oven light too
Great video! Very helpful!
Glad it was helpful!
Good job!
Thank you Tyrone! Just curious, do you have any other recommendations for videos related to appliances?
Nothing that I need, but how about something that I just did; over the range microwave install, but reverse the fan blower to outside exhaust.@@TheAppliancePlug
That is a great video idea Tyrone!@@tyroneshoelace4872
👍 thanks for sharing
No problem! Glad I could help!
I don’t have a ground strap.can I just use a piece of cooper wire
Well can you just ground the neutral with a wire
Yes you can use a small piece of wire between the neutral and the ground. Make sure it is adequately stripped (plenty of bare wire at either end) and the wire is a snug, neat fit under the nuts.
Appreciate the help
Very well done! About to install my new range today!
So does this mean that all newer stove models can interchange between a 3 prong to 4 prong/4 prong to 3 prong?
Why would you need a 3 versus 4 or vice versa? What’s the difference/benefits of the two?
It depends on if the outlet in your home is 3 or 4 prong.
Stoves typically don't come with the power cord already installed when purchased brand new. You install the cord based on the outlet in your home and there's a slight difference between installing a 3 prong cord versus a 4 prong cord. We have another video showing how to install a 4 prong cord. Check it out! Thanks for watching!
gracias viejo!
Thank you 😊
Thanks for watching!
Gracias 😊
De nada. Thanks for watching!
Thanx! This was very helpful. The music was a little distracting and was competing with your voice.
I appreciate your feedback! Let me see if I can adjust volume on the music part or even remove it. Thanks for watching!
The stove had 3 my outlet took 4 the man said I didn't want to change my outlet I wanted to change my cord on the stove the cord he handed me has a green wire he said was the ground wire what do I connect it to
Check out this video on how to install a 4 prong range cord:czcams.com/video/H6uExmGPPwc/video.html
Music in background was distracting
What is that bridge cord called? need one for my ground
Are you installing a 3-prong cord and the stove you have is missing the bridge that goes to the frame?
@@TheAppliancePlug Yes, I have the same issue
Why don’t they make the middle/neutral/ground line shorter?
On a 3 prong cable the middle (Neutral) wire is often ribbed to make identifying it much easier.
What if it's connected correctly but it's still not getting as hot as it's supposed to? 🤔
The element in the oven might be on the way out.
What if stove doesn't have groundwire hookup
It must be an old appliance not to have a ground lug. Either way you would need to use a 3 prong cable, the Neutral wire being connected to the Neutral lug.
i have my oven set up for direct wire - plug is an unnecessary item.
Nice tutorial. What size relief clamp is needed for a range?
Should come with the cable
@@jspee1965 I used the old cord and there was no relief claim, so I had to purchase separately.
Wish I seen thus video before blowing up my meter
Awww man that sucks! Sorry to hear that
Thanks but the music is very distracting.
I appreciate your feedback. I’ll see if I can remove it or at least turn it down. Thanks for watching!
You must have been in the military. Civilians don’t say ‘secured’ they say fasten.
latinos mostly, would say secured..seguro
In the aircraft industry we say secured not fastened.