George I also agree with shortcircuits comments. You bring some great questions to the forum.

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I don't see it as practical to install or ask the contractor to install a receptacle that can't or won't be used.

What does practical have to do with the NEC? [Linked Image]

I agree with Don that a receptacle must be within 6' of the rear of the range.

That said I have never seen one installed where not used by the range. [Linked Image]

Bob

Bob Badger
Construction & Maintenance Electrician
Massachusetts