I'm installing a stove receptacle on a wall that's partially below grade so the lower half of the wall is masonry, the upper half is normal studs, drywall, etc. it would be easier to put the receptacle in the upper half of the wall where it might be slightly visible above the top of the stove (I need to measure how high). The wire would would be coming down from the ceiling. Would this be considered a safety issue? I'm thinking about grease fires, etc.
I suppose the normal position is more vulnerable to an over flow from a huge pot of water, but the breaker should stop that…
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I can almost guaranty you that anything higher than 12-16", and lower than roughly 54", will be no good.
Ranges and ovens typically have very specific places that the receptacle can be placed. For a "standard" residential range down low behind the drawer is typically a good spot.
You can mount it above the backsplash/control panel, but what about mounting it to the floor right at the wall line? More than anything I'd check the documentation that comes with the range to be sure.
This is also assuming an electric range with a 50A plug/receptacle.