From: rcres@XXnewsguy.com   
      
   "bud--"  wrote in message   
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   >> Electrical code requires that junction boxes be readily accessible.   
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   > Circuit breakers must, usually, be "readily accessible".   
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   > NEC definition   
   > "Accessible (as applied to wiring methods [j-boxes]). Capable of being   
   > removed or exposed without damaging the building structure of finish or   
   > not permanently closed in by the structure of finish of the building."   
   >   
   > It is common to have a j-box behind the oven where the oven is removed   
   > (while attached by the supply cable) to access the j-box. It is in the   
   > installation instructions provided.   
      
   Anything attached is considered building structure or finish. A freestanding   
   range is not attached and therefore the plug is considered accessible when   
   behind it. A wall oven is attached (usually by screws) so the junction box   
   is not considered accessible. Ask any competent electrical inspector and   
   what they'll tell you is if it's screwed, glued, or nailed down, it's a part   
   of the structure.   
      
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