Before You Begin - GE EGR3000 Owner's Manual

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In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts:
* This product must be installed by a licensed plumber
or gas fitter.
* When using ball-type gas shut-off valves, they shall
be the T-handle type.
* A flexible gas connector, when used, must not exceed
3 feet.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completelgand carefullg.
Installation of this range must conform with local
codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the
National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA.54, latest
edition. In Canada, installation must conform with
the current Natural Gas Installation Code, CAN/CGA-
B149.1 or the current Propane Installation Code,
CAN/CGA-B149.2, and with local codes where
applicable. This range has been design-certified
bg CSA International according to ANSI Z21.1, latest
edition, and Canadian Gas Association according
to CAN/CGA-I.1 latest edition.
As with any appliance using gas and generating heat,
there are certain safety precautions you should follow.
You will find these precautions in the Important Safety
Information section in the front of this manual. Read
them carefully.
•IMPORTANT - Save
these
instructions
for local electrical inspector's use.
• IMPORTANT - Observe all
g overning
codes
and ordinances.
• Note to Installer
- Be sure to leave these
instructions with the Consumer.
• Note to Consumer - Keep
these instructions
for future reference.
•
Note
- This appliance must be properly grounded.
•
Servicer
-The electrical diagram is in an envelope
attached to the back of the range.
• Skill level- Installation of this appliance requires basic
mechanical skills.
* Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer.
* Product failure due to improper installation is not covered
under the Warranty.
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FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use combustible materials, gasoline or
other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinitg of this
or any other appliance.
If you smell gas:
O Open windows.
O Don't touch electrical switches.
Extinguishany open flame.
Immediately coil your gas supplier.
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
Phillipsscrewdriver
Flat-blade screwdriver 0pen-end o r
adjustable w rench
Pencil a ndruler
Level
Pipe wrenches ( 2)
(one forbackup) Drill,awlor nail
MATERIALS YOU MAY NEED
* Gas line shut-off valve.
* Pipe-joint sealant or UL-opproved pipe thread tope
with Teflon* that resists action of natural and LPgases.
* Flexiblemetal appliance connector (1/2" I.D.)
A 5-foot length is recommended for ease of installation
but other lengths are acceptable. Never use an old
connector when installing a new range.
* Flare union adapter for connection to gas supply line
(3/4" or 1/2" NPTx 1/2" I.D.)
* Flare union adapter for connection to pressure regulator
on range (1/2" NPTx 1/2" I.D.)
* Liquid leak detector or soapy water.
* Lag bolt or 1/2" O.D.sleeve anchor (for concrete floors
only).
*Teflon: Registeredtrademark of DuPont