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Tools & Resources
: Ask The Editor : December
2007
Installing a Dual-Fuel Range
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Question: I am looking at purchasing a GE Profile 30-inch,
dual-fuel, freestanding range (model P2B912SEMSS) that uses a 120-volt
hookup for the oven. I know that most ovens and ranges need a 240V
hookup, so I am curious as to how this works, and is it as efficient as
a 240V? It would be great to not have to add a 240V outlet, as I am a
contractor and know it will take some work to get a 240 line to the
existing range area.
Kainoa D., Hawaii
Answer: The vast majority of dual-fuel and electric ranges,
as well as electric wall ovens and cooktops, require a 240-volt outlet.
If the home previously had a gas range, the only nearby outlets are
likely to be 120 volts, so switching to a dual-fuel range (in which the
oven runs on electricity but the cooktop runs on gas) typically requires
a new electric line.
This particular dual-fuel range works with the existing 120V outlet.
GE’s standard line offers a dual-fuel range fueled the same way—.
GE representative Allison Eckelkamp explains how it works: “While the
oven is electric [as are all ovens in dual-fuel ranges], it actually
uses gas to help with the pre-heat so that the higher voltage is not
needed. Once warmed, the electric takes over so that people get that
nice even baking they expect from an electric oven.”
One potential drawback: this dual-fuel range does not offer convection
cooking, which could be a deal breaker for some homeowners.
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