Installation Guide

2
PREPARE THE OPENING (FOR INDOOR USE ONLY)
See illustrations for all rough-in and spacing dimensions. The range may be placed with 0”
clearance (flush) at the back wall and side walls of the cabinet.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
• IMPORTANT — Save these
instructions for local inspector’s use.
• IMPORTANT — Observe all
governing codes and ordinances.
• Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these
instructions with Consumer.
• Note to Consumer – Keep these
instructions for future reference.
• Skill level – Installation of this appliance
requires basic mechanical skills and
advanced electrical skills.
• Proper installation is the responsibility of the
installer.
• Product failure due to improper installation
is not covered under Warranty.
Installation Instructions
Free-Standing and Front
Control Electric Ranges
MATERIALS YOU MAY NEED TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
(UL Listed 40 AMP)
4-Wire Cord 4’ long OR
3-Wire Cord 4’ long
Squeeze Connector
(For Conduit
Installations Only)
Drill with 1/8” Bit
Safety Glasses
Adjustable Wrench
Level
Tin Snips
Tape Measure
Pliers
1/4” Nut Driver
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4-WIRE INSTALLATION
WARNING
The neutral wire of
the supply circuit must be connected to the
neutral terminal located in the lower center of
the terminal block. The power leads must be
connected to the lower left and the lower right
terminals of the terminal block. The grounding
lead must be connected to the frame of the
range with the ground plate and the green
ground screw.
FOR POWER CORD INSTALLATION
A. Remove the 3 lower terminal screws
from the terminal block. Remove the
ground screw and ground plate and retain
them. Cut and discard the ground strap.
DO NOT DISCARD ANY SCREWS.
NOTE: If using a GFI breaker, not removing
the ground strap can cause the breaker to trip
instantly after powering on.
B. Insert the one ground screw into the power cord
ground wire terminal ring, through the ground
plate and into the frame of the range.
C. Insert the 3 terminal screws (removed earlier)
through each power cord terminal ring and into
the lower terminals of the terminal block. Be
certain that the center wire (white/neutral) is
connected to the center lower position of the terminal block. Tighten screws securely into the
terminal block.
FOR CONDUIT INSTALLATION
A. Loosen the 3 lower terminal screws on the
terminal block. Strip wire to exposed tip about
5/8” long.
B. Insert the center (white/neutral) wire tip through
the bottom center terminal block opening. On
certain models, the wire will need to be ins
erted through the ground strap opening and
then into the bottom center block opening.
Insert the two side bare wire tips into the lower
left and the lower right terminal block openings.
C. Tighten the screws until the wire is firmly
secured (35 to 50 inch-lbs.). Do not over-tighten
the screws.
NOTE: ALUMINUM WIRING: Aluminum building wire may be used but it must be rated for the
correct amperage and voltage.
Before–Power Cord and Conduit
Terminal
block
Neutral
terminal
Ground
strap
Ground strap
or
After–Conduit
Terminal
block
Ground
plate
(grounding
to range)
Wire
tips
Ground screw
Terminal
block
Neutral
terminal
Ground plate
(grounding to
range)
Ground
screw
After–Power Cord
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ANTI-TIP DEVICE INSTALLATION
To reduce the risk of
tipping the range, the
range must be secured by
a properly installed anti-tip
bracket. See installation
instructions shipped with
the bracket for complete
details before attempting
to install.
To check if the bracket
is installed and engaged
properly, look underneath the range to see that the rear leveling leg is engaged in the bracket.
On some models, the storage drawer or kick panel can be removed for easier inspection. If
visual inspection is not possible, slide the range forward, confirm the anti-tip bracket is securely
attached to the floor or wall and slide the range back so the leveling leg is under the anti-tip
bracket. If the range is pulled from the wall for any reason, always repeat this procedure to verify
the range is properly secured by the anti-tip bracket. Never completely remove the leveling legs
or the range will not be secured to the anti-tip bracket.
• A child or adult can tip the range and be killed.
• Install the anti-tip bracket to the wall or floor.
• Engage the range to the anti-tip bracket by sliding the
range back such that the foot is engaged.
• Re-engage the anti-tip bracket if the range is moved.
• Failure to do so can result in death or serious burns
to children or adults.
Tip-Over Hazard
WARNING
1
REMOVE PACKAGING MATERIALS: Failure to remove packaging
materials could result in damage to the appliance. Remove all packing parts from oven,
racks, heating elements and drawer. Also, remove protective film and labels on the outer
door, cooktop and control panel.
FOR YOUR SAFETY:
WARNING
Before beginning
the installation, switch power off at
service panel and lock the service
disconnecting means to prevent power
from being switched on accidentally.
When the service disconnecting
means cannot be locked, securely
fasten a prominent warning device,
such as a tag, to the service panel.
If you did not receive an anti-tip bracket with your
purchase, call 1.800.626.8774 to receive one at no
cost. (In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344.) For installation
instructions of the bracket,
visit: www.GEAppliances.com.
(In Canada, www.GEAppliances.ca.)
Anti-Tip Bracket
Kit Included
2
1
⁄2” (3
1
⁄4” on
double ovens)
2
1
⁄2” (3
1
⁄4” on
double ovens)
(7
3
⁄4” on
double
ovens)
6
1
⁄2”
25”
(23” on
double
ovens)
REAR CONTROL
FRONT CONTROL
NOTE: Use a 4’ power cord to prevent interference
with the storage drawer. Power cords 4
1
⁄2’ to 6’ long
may have to be dressed to allow for proper drawer
closing.
MINIMUM DIMENSIONS BETWEEN COOKTOP,
WALLS AND ABOVE THE COOKTOP:
A. Make sure the wall covering, countertop, flooring
and cabinets around the range can withstand
the heat (up to 200°F) generated by the range.
B. Allow 30” minimum clearance between surface
units and bottom of unprotected wood or metal
cabinet, or allow a 24” minimum when bottom
of wood or metal cabinet is protected by no
less than 1/4” thick flame retardant millboard
covered with not less than No 28 MSG sheet
metal, (.015”), .015” thick stainless steel, .024”
aluminum or .020” copper.
Acceptable electrical
outlet area. Orient
electrical receptacle
so the length is
parallel to floor.
Use a flush mount
outlet for double
oven models.
C. This appliance has been approved for 0” spacing to adjacent surfaces above the cooktop.
However, a 6” minimum spacing to surfaces less than 15” above the cooktop and adjacent
cabinet is recommended to reduce exposure to steam, grease splatter and heat.
To reduce the risk of burns or fire when reaching over hot surface elements, cabinet storage
space above the cooktop should be avoided. If cabinet storage space is to be provided above
the cooktop, the risk can be reduced by installing a range hood that projects at least 5” beyond
the front of the cabinets. Cabinets installed above the cooktop must be no deeper than 16”.
4” (3”
on double
ovens)
30”
Unit will not mount flush
to counter when heights
are less than 36”.
A
NOTE C
B
A
C
Both
Sides
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
WARNING
This appliance must be properly grounded.
WARNING
All new constructions, mobile homes, recreational vehicles and installations
where local codes do not allow grounding through neutral, require a 4-conductor UL-listed range
cord.
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock, do not use an extension cord with this appliance.
WARNING
To prevent shock, remove house fuse or open circuit breaker before beginning
installation.
We recommend you have the electrical wiring and hookup of your range connected by a qualified
electrician. After installation, have the electrician show you how to disconnect power from the
range.
You must use a single-phase, 120/208 VAC or 120/240 VAC, 60 hertz electrical system. If you
connect to aluminum wiring, properly installed connectors approved for use with aluminum wiring
must be used.
Effective January 1, 1996, the National Electrical Code requires that new construction (not existing)
utilize a 4-conductor connection to an electric range. When installing an electric range in new
construction, mobile home, recreational vehicle, or an area where local codes prohibit grounding
through the neutral conductor, refer to the section on four-conductor branch circuit connections.
Check with your local utilities for electrical codes which apply in your area. Failure to wire your oven
according to governing codes could result in a hazardous condition. If there are no local codes,
your oven must be wired and fused to meet the National Electrical Code, NFPA No. 70 – latest
edition, available from the National Fire Protection Association.
This appliance must be supplied with the proper voltage and frequency, and connected to an
individual, properly grounded, 40 amp (minimum) branch circuit protected by a circuit breaker or
time-delay fuse.
Use only a 3-conductor or a 4-conductor UL-listed range cord. These cords may be provided with
ring terminals on wire and a strain relief device.
A range cord rated at 40 amps with 125/250 minimum volt range is required. A 50 amp range
cord is not recommended but if used, it should be marked for use with nominal 13⁄8” diameter
connection openings. Care should be taken to center the cable and strain relief within the knockout
hole to keep the edge from damaging the cable.
The rating plate is located on the oven frame or on the drawer frame.
NOTE: If using a GFI breaker, the ground wire must be installed correctly to prevent breaker from
tripping. Refer to latest edition of the NEC, NFPA No. 70, available from the National Fire Protection
Association.
3
4
POWER CORD AND CONDUIT INSTALLATION
A. Remove wire cover (on the back of range) by removing screws using a 1/4” nut driver. You can
access the terminal block by either removing a terminal block cover (on some models) or the
wire cover. Do not discard these screws.
B. For power cord and 1” conduit only, remove the
knockout ring (1
3
⁄8”) located on bracket directly below
the terminal block. To remove the knockout, use a
pair of pliers to bend the knockout ring away from the
bracket and twist until ring is removed.
C. For power cord installations only (see the next step if
using conduit), assemble the strain relief in the hole.
Insert the power cord through the strain relief and
tighten. Allow enough slack to easily attach the cord
terminals to the terminal block. If tabs are present
at the end of the winged strain relief, they can be
removed for better fit.
NOTE: Do not install the power cord without
a strain relief. The strain relief bracket MUST
be installed before reinstalling the rear range
wiring cover.
D. For 3/4” conduit installations only, purchase a
squeeze connector matching the diameter of
your conduit and assemble it in the hole. Insert
the conduit through the squeeze connector and
tighten. Allow enough slack to easily attach the
wires to the terminal block. NOTE: Do not install the conduit without a squeeze connector.
The squeeze connector MUST be installed before reinstalling the rear range wire or terminal
block cover.
E. Replace wire cover on range back and replace the screws removed earlier. Make sure that
no wires are pinched between cover and range back. Replace the terminal block cover if it was
removed.
Wire cover
5 screws
to remove
wire cover
Back of range
Terminal block cover
Screw to
remove
terminal
block cover
Back of range
Knockout
ring in
bracket
Knockout ring
removed
Terminal block
(appearance
may vary)
Power cord
Strain relief
Terminal
block
Bracket
Squeeze
connector
Terminal block
Conduit
Bracket
PROCEED TO STEP 5 OR 6.
5
3-WIRE INSTALLATION
WARNING
The neutral or ground wire of the power cord must be connected to the
neutral terminal located in the center of the terminal block and the ground strap must connect the
neutral terminal to the ground plate. The power leads must be connected to the lower left and the
lower right terminals of the terminal block.
DO NOT remove the ground strap connection.
FOR POWER CORD INSTALLATION
A. Remove the 3 lower terminal screws from the terminal block.
B. Insert the 3 terminal screws through each power cord terminal ring and into the lower terminals
of the terminal block. Be certain that the center wire (white/neutral) is connected to the center
lower position of the terminal block.
C. Tighten screws securely into the terminal block.
FOR CONDUIT INSTALLATION
A. Loosen the 3 lower terminal screws on the terminal block. Strip wire to expose tip about 5/8”
long.
B. Insert the center (white/neutral) wire tip through the bottom center terminal block opening. On
certain models, the wire will need to be inserted through the ground strap opening and then
into the bottom center block opening. Insert the two side bare wire tips into the lower left and
the lower right terminal block openings.
C. Tighten the screws until the wire is firmly secured (35 to 50 inch-lbs.). Do not over-tighten the
screws.
NOTE: ALUMINUM WIRING: Aluminum building wire may be used but it must be rated for the
correct amperage and voltage.
PROCEED TO STEP 7.
Wire tips
Terminal
block
Conduit
Ground strap
Terminal block
(appearance
may vary)
Neutral terminal
Power cord
Ground
plate
Power Cord
Conduit
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LEVEL THE RANGE
WARNING
Never completely remove the leveling leg
as the range will not be secured to the anti-tip device properly.
SINGLE OVEN MODELS WITH STORAGE DRAWER
A. Plug in unit and slide into place.
B. Remove the drawer. Refer to your owner’s manual for instructions.
C. Install the oven shelves in the oven and position the range where it
will be installed.
D. Check for levelness by placing a spirit level on one of the oven
shelves. Take two readings—with the level placed diagonally
first in one direction and then the other.
E. The front leveling legs can be adjusted from the bottom and
the rear legs can be adjusted from the top or the bottom.
F. Use an adjustable wrench to adjust the leveling legs until
the range is level.
G. Position cord so that it does not interfere with drawer.
H. Reinstall the drawer. Refer to your owner’s manual for
instructions.
Stop
Leg
leveler
Lower
range
Raise
range
Spirit level
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FINAL INSTALLATION CHECKLIST
■ Check to make sure the circuit breaker is closed (RESET) or the circuit fuses are replaced.
■ Be sure power is in service to the building.
■ Check that all packing materials and tape have been removed. This will include tape on metal
panel under control knobs (if applicable), adhesive tape, wire ties, cardboard and protective
plastic. Failure to remove these materials could result in damage to the appliance once the
appliance has been turned on and surfaces have heated.
■ Check that the door and drawer are parallel to each other and that both operate smoothly. If
they do not, see the Owner’s Manual for proper replacement.
■ Check to make sure that the rear leveling leg is fully inserted into the Anti-Tip bracket and that
the bracket is securely installed.
■ If applicable - install handles following handle installation instructions and check that both ends
are secured.
OPERATION CHECKLIST
■ Using a ferrous pan that meets the minimum pan size for the induction element (refer to your
Owner’s Manual), turn on the power to the cooktop. Verify that all surface elements operate
properly. Elements that are not induction do not require the pan for verification.
■ Check that the oven control operates properly. If the oven control does not operate properly,
recheck the wiring connections.
■ Be sure all range controls are in the OFF position before leaving the range.
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LEVEL THE RANGE (CONT.)
MODELS WITH DOUBLE OVEN
A. Plug in the unit.
B. Measure the height of your countertop at the rear of the opening (X).
C. Adjust two rear leveling legs so that the rear of cooktop is at the same
height as the counter (Y).
D. Slide unit into place.
E. Install oven shelves in the oven and position the range where it will be
installed.
F. Check for levelness by placing a spirit level on one of the oven shelves. Take two readings—
with the level placed diagonally first in one direction and then the other.
G. Adjust front leveling legs until the range is level.
29
7
⁄8”
36”
45
1
⁄8” (47
7
⁄8” on
single oven)
29
7
⁄8”
36
5
⁄8”
47”
(36” to
cooktop
height)
47
5
⁄8”
(45
1
⁄8” on
double oven)
29
7
⁄8”
(25
3
⁄4” on
double oven)
NOTE:
Rear wall
to front
of door
glass.
NOTE:
Rear wall
to front
of door
glass.
25
1
⁄2”
25
3
⁄4”
• A child or adult can tip the range and be killed.
• Install the anti-tip bracket to the wall or floor.
• Engage the range to the anti-tip bracket by sliding the
range back such that the foot is engaged.
• Re-engage the anti-tip bracket if the range is moved.
• Failure to do so can result in death or serious burns
to children or adults.
Tip-Over Hazard
WARNING
Y
X
Some models have custom handles. Please follow the instructions with the handles for
proper installation.
Rating plate
SINGLE OVEN
Rating plate
DOUBLE OVEN
31-2000911 Rev. 0 04-21 GEA