Discuss manufacturer's instructions vs common sense! in the UK Electrical Forum area at ElectriciansForums.net

It doesn't what is usually selected, it should be properly selected. Why future proof a cooker circuit? Would you install a larger cable for a fan oven just in case?

You tried to justify the manufacturers instructions by saying it will invalidate the warranty, how the hell will that happen if the cable is selected correctly?
 
Future proofing lol.

Thats like wiring a socket in 10mm2 cable beacuse one day someone may move into the house and want to connect a welder to the cable lol haha
 
Sorry Dillb, No offence meant but I think whatever I say you'll find fault, that seems to be your style. Its ok for you to be wrong sometimes you know. :smiley2:
 
Future proofing lol.

Thats like wiring a socket in 10mm2 cable beacuse one day someone may move into the house and want to connect a welder to the cable lol haha

Come on Mike. What would you generally use for a cooker when your doing a new build?
 
Come on Mike. What would you generally use for a cooker when your doing a new build?
A 6mm2 like you fella, but the OP had been told it was only 6.8kw, so he decided to stick a 4mm2 in, no issue with that under the circumstances, admittedly I would use a 6mm2, thats because I don't carry 4mm2 as standard on the Van.
 
Future proofing lol.

Thats like wiring a socket in 10mm2 cable beacuse one day someone may move into the house and want to connect a welder to the cable lol haha

I think all rings should be 10mm, no more discussions on unbalanced rings then :smiley2:
 
in the manufacturer's data it says that you need to install in 6mm t&e.

When I see things like this I always wonder is the manufacturer seriously suggesting that using singles in containment is not acceptable? They shouldn't specify type of cable like that let alone the csa.
 
I've noticed a lot more of the kit I install has " If in doubt consult a qualified electrician"

TBF I do this anyway.

I consult myself, browse the instructions for any new jokes and then do what I feel is the right thing to do.
 
Basically i wouldn't fluff around installing a 4mm cable for a cooker point. The so-called standard arrangement for a typical domestic cooker point, has been 6mm cable with an OCPD of 32A (or 7/044 /30A OCPD) based on upto a 15 KW load, and has been so now for well over 60+ years....
 

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