Whirlpool Freestanding Gas Range Installation Instructions Manual
Whirlpool Freestanding Gas Range Installation Instructions Manual

Whirlpool Freestanding Gas Range Installation Instructions Manual

30" (76.2 cm) freestanding gas range with standard clean oven

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Installation Instructions
30" (76.2 cm)
WARNING
Tip Over Hazard
A child or adult can tip the range and
be killed.
Connect anti-tip bracket to rear
range foot.
Reconnect the anti-tip bracket, if the
range is moved.
Failure to follow these instructions can
result in death or serious burns to
children and adults.
IMPORTANT:
Read and save these
instructions.
IMPORTANT:
Installer: Leave Installation
Instructions with the homeowner.
Homeowner: Keep Installation
Instructions for future reference.
Save Installation Instructions for local
electrical inspector's use.
Freestanding Gas Range
with standard clean oven
Write down the model and serial numbers
before installing range.
Both numbers are on the model/serial
rating plate, located on the surface below
the control panel.
Model #___________________________
Serial # ___________________________
Quick Reference
Table of Contents:
Pages
Before you start
2
Product dimensions
3
Cutout dimensions/requirements
3
Electrical requirements
4
4 - 5
Gas supply requirements
5 - 7
Installation steps
8 - 9
Gas conversions
10
Moving the range
11
If range does not operate
11
If you need assistance/service
98014964
98014964
www.whirlpool.com.
Part No. 98014964

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Summary of Contents for Whirlpool Freestanding Gas Range

  • Page 1 Installer: Leave Installation Instructions with the homeowner. Homeowner: Keep Installation Instructions for future reference. Save Installation Instructions for local electrical inspector’s use. Freestanding Gas Range with standard clean oven Quick Reference Table of Contents: Pages 4 - 5 5 - 7...
  • Page 2: Before You Start

    Before you start... Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
  • Page 3: Product Dimensions

    Parts supplied for installation: Not shown: anti-tip bracket • literature pack • orifice spuds 2 screws (#10 x 1-1/2") 2 plastic anchors (Bracket must be securely mounted to sub-floor. Thickness of flooring may require longer screws to anchor the bracket to sub-floor.) Cutout dimensions/requirements 30"...
  • Page 4: Electrical Requirements

    Electrical requirements WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that the...
  • Page 5: Connection

    Flexible metal appliance connector: If local codes permit, a new CSA design- certified, 1/2" or 3/4" I.D., flexible metal appliance connector is recommended for connecting range to the gas supply line. A 1/2" male pipe thread nipple is needed for connection to pressure regulator connection fitting.
  • Page 6: Check Operation

    Making sure the anti-tip bracket is installed: • Look for the anti-tip bracket securely attached to floor. • Slide range back so rear range foot is under anti-tip bracket. anti-tip bracket range foot If installing the range in a mobile home, you must secure the range to the floor.
  • Page 7 Check operation of cooktop O FF LIT E ME D Push in and turn each surface unit control knob to “LITE” position. The flame should light within 4 seconds. Turn control knob to “HI” position after burner lights. Check each cooktop burner for proper flame.
  • Page 8: Gas Conversion

    Gas conversion Gas conversions (from Natural gas to L.P . gas; or from L.P . gas to Natural gas) must be done by a qualified installer. WARNING Fire Hazard Shut off gas supply line valve. Make all conversions before turning gas supply valve back on.
  • Page 9: Natural Gas Conversion

    Close the broiler door. Press the “OFF” pad. Remove control knobs. Reinstall the control panel. Securely tighten the 4 screws. Reinstall the control knobs. IMPORTANT: If not done in Step 8, check the “LO” flame adjustment. See “Check operation” section, Step 19, Page 7. Natural gas conversion Check that the manual shutoff valve in the gas supply line has been turned off.
  • Page 10: Moving The Range

    Moving the range: WARNING Tip Over Hazard A child or adult can tip the range and be killed. Connect anti-tip bracket to rear range foot. Reconnect the anti-tip bracket, if the range is moved. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious burns to children and adults.
  • Page 11: If You Need Service

    For cleaning and maintenance... If removing the range is necessary for cleaning or maintenance, disconnect the electric supply. If electrical supply is inaccessible, lift the range slightly at the front and pull the range away from the wall. Pull the range out only as far as necessary to disconnect the electrical supply line.
  • Page 12 Part No. 98014964 Printed in Mexico ©2004 Whirlpool Corporation Benton Harbor, Michigan 49022 2/2004...

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