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    bavaro Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Jan 31, 2009, 01:39 PM
    4-wire to 3-wire connection
    Do I need to run my new 4-wire cable from my new range recptacle directly back to the main breaker panel or can I splice into the existing 3-wire cable via a j-box?
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    Jan 31, 2009, 02:55 PM

    It needs to be 4 wire all the way.

    What is the amperage you are going to need for the range?
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    Jan 31, 2009, 03:17 PM
    Don is correct.
    You may NOT extend an old 3-wire range circuit.
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