As noted previously, the gas company declined to inform me that a 110v outlet (within 30″ of the stove) was required. The stove was installed, but we’ve been operating with a huge yellow extension cord running out of the cabinet beneath the stove, around the corner to the nearest outlet.

Thanks to a long weekend, the project was scheduled for completion… but naturally, any indoor projects were put off until the expected rain began. Then with the start of the rain, we needed to make a trip to Jacksboro for a lawnmower part. Next, it was time to go to the health club for a workout (do these things spell procrastination to you?). After supper, and a gross sci-fi movie, there were no more excuses.

Watching him squeeze nearly 6 feet, 200 or so pounds, into a kitchen cabinet was just pitiful.  Especially since I can easily get into the cabinet comfortably enough to snap a picture over his shoulder… but I don’t know how to install the outlet.

I don’t mess with electrical wiring.  Yes, I can split firewood, make a prom dress, build a fire and even wield small power tools… but I don’t do large current.  Even with the breaker off.

It’s a bit frustrating that this couldn’t have been done while we had the whole top of the island off, when it would have been easy to get to.  But… never mind.

The stove is awesome; instant on, instant off.  Works even when there’s no power (yea! — bring on the snowstorm!).  Cooks like I’ve always dreamed it would.

And, the biggest bonus of all: junk mail, school papers, etc. are absolutely prohibited from the island on the grounds that it would start a big fire.

So far, so good.