Ready for DQOD? (dumb question of the day)

[wurm]

I'm going to replace a part in my oven. Step one of instructions says to unplug appliance. But the plug is behind the thing and it's a bit of a hassle to slide it out far enough to unplug it. It's certainly doable, but I'm wondering if it wouldn't be just as effective – if not even better – to flip the circuit breaker off. It will certainly be easier. Power off is power off, no?

[sekker]

That's what the breakers are for!

[RonT]

Six of one, half dozen of the other.

[pipiens]

Just be sure you turnoff the correct breaker.

[wurm]

Thanks, folks. I guess I was wondering why that option wasn't mentioned in the instructional video. Probably because in most instances it's a no-brainer to pull the plug. And yes, that breaker is one of the few that's actually labeled. But I'll still confirm it before futzing around with the oven.

[olnacl]

That'll be 220, so be sure the breaker has the two switches linked and both are off. Personally, I'd pull it away from the wall and unplug it. Might be a few dust bunnies behind that could use some cleaning anyway.

[what4]

Ow. The cost of hitting the wrong breaker is very serious indeed. Enough so to unplug the stove.

[haikuman]

The Voltage you are seeking is currently unavailable *(:>* :priate:

[TheCaber]

Watt did you say??