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JElectric Drop-In Range JIlnstallation JDS28, JDP39 Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: www.GEAppliances.com BEFORE YOU BEGIN • Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer and product failure due to improper Read these instructions carefully installation is NOT covered under the warranty.
Installation Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR SAFETY ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS WARNING: For p ersonal safety, This appliance must be supplied with proper voltage and frequency, and connected remove house fuse or open circuit breaker to an individual, properly grounded branch before beginning installation.
To obtain Kits: a. Visit GE Web Site (See page 1) b. Call GE Answer Center (See page c. Contact Dealer Hin( e clears slot NOTE: The oven door is very heavy. Be sure...
Installation Instructions PRE-INSTALLATION CUTOUT AND REQUIRED CLEARANCES Overall Depth 26=5/8" NOTE: Drop-In Ranges are designed hang from the countertop only. Do not install on a platform or support rails. Follow instructions packaged with alternate appliances. (24" rain. dim, must be maintained between COOking surface...
Installation Instructions PREPARE TO INSTALL THE RANGE STANDARD INSTALLATION Flea' 1/4" min. flat 25" typically 9/16" min. flat Range support ..I" 29-15/16" 30-1/16" smooth cut Countertop Braces secured between underside of the countertop the cabinet if required to obtain 1-1/4"...
Installation Instructions ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS WARNING: connection Remove house fuse or open circuit Improper breaker. of aluminum house wiring to copper leads can result in an electrical hazard or fire. Use only Loosen screws for the junction box cover connectors designed for joining copper to and rotate...
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Installation Instructions NEW CONSTRUCTION THREE=CONDUCTOR BRANCH FOUR-CONDUCTOR BRANCH CiRCUiT CONNECTION CIRCUIT CONNECTION When connecting to a 3-conductor branch circuit, if local codes permit: • When installing in new construction, • When installing oven in a mobile home Connect the bare oven ground conductor recreational...
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Installation Instructions ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS (CONT.) Reinstall Junction box cover. Do not shorten the flexible conduit. The conduit strain relief clamp must be securely attached the junction box and the flexible conduit must be securely attached to the clamp, if the flexible conduit will not fit within...
Installation Instructions INSTALL THE RANGE iNSTALLiNG THE ANTI-TIP Select the proper position for the countertop thickness and move bracket to proper position. BRACKET (Unit is supplied with bracket in position The anti-tip bracket is attached to the back of the Drop-In Range.
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Installation Instructions INSTALL THE RANGE (CONT.) _-I iNSTALL STOP SCREW PLACING THE RANGE INTO THE OPENING These screws prevent the range from sliding out of position during operation. It is suggested that people lift the range into place, carefully setting the side metal flanges on the edges...
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Installation Instructions CHECK FOR PROPER ATTACH THE LOWER TRIM INSTALLATION OF THE Attach lower trim (supplied separately with STOP SCREW the range) to the bottom of the vertical side trim with the 2 screws supplied. Look at both sides of the range under the door.
Installation Instructions INSTALL THE RANGE (CONT.) REPLACING THE OVEN DOOR Push the hinge locks up against the front frame of the oven cavity, to the locked NOTE: The oven door is heavy. You may need position. help lifting the door high enough to slide it Hinge in into the hinge slots.
Installation Instructions FINAL CHECKLIST = Check to make sure the circuit breaker is closed (Reset) or the circuit fuses are replaced. g Be sure power is in service to the building. g Check to be sure that all packing materials and tape on metal panel...
Installation Instructions ALTERNATE CONSTRUCTION PREPARATION OPTIONAL MAINTOP FILLER OR ISLAND INSTALLATION BACKGUARD When installing in an island or other non-standard location, countertop cutout If counter opening extends to the wall, it will dimensions must be according to page 5. require Maintop Filler Kit (JXS66XX) Backguard...