Bought a new induction range with air fryer and convection oven because the old gasser was worn out.
My house didn't have a 240/120 receptacle behind the stove so I'm adding a 50amp outlet with some 6/3 cable for a proper four wire circuit. It's only 10' away from my basement panel.
Should I use a 50A GFCI breaker for this?
I am not an electrician and dont know what I am talking about, so dont follow my advise, but I believe my oven and range breakers are not GFCI. Only the jacuzzi tub has a GFCI breaker.
My understanding is in Georgia a GFCI isn't required for a 240vac circuit. They use the 2020 edition of the National Electric Code which essentially requires GFCIs everywhere for 120 and 240 circuits, but Georgia added an amendment to remove 240 circuits. https://www.dca.ga.gov/sites/default/files/2021_nec_amendments.pdf However, it's best to confirm with a local electrician who is familiar with requirements in your state.
In reply to stuart in mn :
Thanks for that link.
I've lived in the sister document (IBC amendments) which has a handful of edits that make Georgia unique.
Generally hard wired appliances and ones that use a dedicated plug don't need a GFCI (range, welder, etc) but you local inspector should be able to just tell you what they expect.
Do not put it on a GFCI breaker. It's not necessary, and the cost difference is substantial.
Got the 6/3 wire run to my wall j-box, all stapled and the bushing pushed into the panel box. Haven't run the wire inside the electrical panel yet because I want the receptacle covered and safe first.
Having a bitch of a time getting the 6 ga conductors to fit back inside the 2-gang j-box. The NEMA 14-50 socket has screw post lugs that take the wire straight in from the backside and I'm right at 3" wire extension measured from the box opening. Brute force is getting it close but no cigar.
I put tools down and will try again tomorrow night. Suggestions welcome.
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