I got shocked from my stove?!!?
Question:I don't know if it was really a shock.. I was making egg omelettes.. and I used a metal spatula at first... and I got this weird buzz feeling.. and the first time, I thought it was just me, but then the second time, I realized it was the metal spatula touching the pan that made this weird buzz liek thing run through my arms! What is it? A shock?? What could be happening? It's a stove. =/
Answers:
Do not use the stove again and call an electrician immediately! The current traveling through the burners is more than sufficient to kill you. Don't risk your life or anyone else's in your house by continuing using the appliance.
well what kind of pan where u using. but i don't think to got shock of the spatula. i think that it was something else.
This should not happen no matter what type of spatula. It sounds like your stove may not be grounded correctly and you are creating the path of least resistance. I would have an electrician look at your wiring. If it is an older stove it will only have a three pronged cord and may need to be upgraded to the new four pronged outlet and cord. Over time these cords break down and need to be replaced.
yes it happens.
power follows the path of lease resistance.
if it is a new stove just try a new burner.
old stove have somebody check for bare wires.
our did you have a wet floor?and bare feet?
sparks fly from mine...lol
new burner fixed it
Well, it sounds to me like your stove isn't grounded out! This could be a real problem. Good thing you hadn't just stepped out of the shower soaking wet when this happened! You could have a blown/faulty element, or just loose/worn wiring. To see if this is the case, turn off the fuse/breaker thats connected to your stove, so that no power is running to your stove, remove the element, and inspect the element for any cracks or damage. If the element is cracked or damaged, this could result in a low voltage surge. Next pop the connector piece out of its base, (this is the peice that the element plugs into). It's usually held by a couple of clips on either side. Inspect the wires attached to the female connector. If they are frayed, lose, or show signs of extreme wear, then this could be one of the problems.
Do you live in an apartment? If so, contact the maintenance man, and tell him of the problem. If not, get back to me, and I'll see if I can give you some more advice.
Your stove is not not grounded properly, or some kind of loose connection. Turn your stove off, and seek an electrician to solve your grounding issue.
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