Whirlpool RF261PXST Installation Instructions Manual

30" (76 cm) freestanding electric ranges

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
30" (76 CM) FREESTANDING ELECTRIC RANGES
Table of Contents
RANGE SAFETY ............................................... I
INSTALLATIONREQUIREMENTS..................2
Tools and Par_s.............................................. 2
Location Requirements ................................. 2
Electrical Requirements................................. 4
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS .................... 4
Unpack Range............................................... 4
Install Anti-Tip Bracket .................................. 5
Electrical Connection..................................... 6
Verify Anti-Tip Bracket Location.................... 9
Level Range ................................................. 10
Complete Installation................................... 1 0
Moving the Range........................................ 1 0
ANTI-TIP BRACKET TEMPLATE .................11
RANGE SAFETY
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.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING."
These words mean:
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately
follow
instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow
instructions.
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can
happen if the instructions are not followed.
Tip Over Hazard
A child or adult can tip the range and be killed.
Connect anti=tip bracket to rear range foot.
Reconnect
the antFtip
bracket,
if the range is moved.
Failure to follow
these instructions can result in death or serious
burns to children
and adults.
_MPORTANT:
_nstaHer: Leave installation instructions with the homeowner.
Homeowner:
Keep installation instructions for future reference.
Save installation instructions for local electrical inspector's use.
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 30" (76 CM) FREESTANDING ELECTRIC RANGES Table of Contents RANGE SAFETY ..........I INSTALLATIONREQUIREMENTS....2 Tools and Par_s..........2 Location Requirements ......... 2 Electrical Requirements......... 4 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ....4 Unpack Range..........4 Install Anti-Tip Bracket ........5 Electrical Connection........6 Verify Anti-Tip Bracket Location....
  • Page 2: Installationrequirements

    INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances. Failure to meet codes and ordinances could lead to fire or Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here. electrical shock.
  • Page 3 Product Dimensions Installation Clearances Cabinet opening dimensions shown are for 25" (64 cm) countertop depth, 24" (61 cm) base cabinet depth 36" (91.4 cm) countertop height. A. 27%" (68.9 cm) depth with handle 28%" (71.6 cm) depth with handle (KitchenAid models only) A.
  • Page 4: Installationinstructions

    Ifcodes p ermit and a separate ground w ire isused, it is If connecting to a 4-wire system: recommended thataqualified electrical installer determine that This range is manufactured with the ground connected to the theground p ath and wire gauge a reinaccordance withlocal cabinet.
  • Page 5: Install Anti-Tip Bracket

    On Ranges Equipped with Storage Drawers: If countertop is not flush with cabinet opening edge, align template with overhang. Remove the storage drawer. Use a 3/8"drive ratchet to lower the rear leveling legs one-half turn. Use channel lock pliers to lower front leveling legs one-half turn.
  • Page 6: Electrical Connection

    Power Supply Cord Direct Wire Eiectricam Shock Hazard Emectrica} Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Disconnect power before servicing, Use a new 40 amp power suppmy cord, Use 8 gauge copper or 6 gauge amuminum wire. Pmug into a grounded outmet.
  • Page 7 Remove the ground-link screw from the range frame. Save the ground link screw and cup washer. Bend the ground-link away Power Supply Cord Installation from the range so that it does not contact the range. WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.
  • Page 8 Strip outer covering back 3" (7.6 cm) to expose wires. Strip 3-wire connection: Power supply cord the insulation back 1" (2.5 cm) from the end of each wire. Use this method only if local codes permit connecting cabinet- ground conductor to neutral wire of power supply cord. 1 "...
  • Page 9: Verify Anti-Tip Bracket Location

    3. Loosen (do not remove) the hex washer head screw and insert Insert the other 2 wires (lines 1 and 2) under the other 2 screw the neutral (white) wire under the screw clamp at the bottom clamps. of the center position terminal connector. 4.
  • Page 10: Level Range

    Place rack in oven, Place level on rack and check levelness of range, first side to side; then front to back. If range is not level, pull range forward until rear leveling leg is removed from the anti-tip bracket. Tip Over Hazard On Ranges Equipped with Storage Drawers: A chi(d or adult can tip the range and be killed.
  • Page 11: Anti-Tip Bracket Template

    ANTI-TIP BRACKET TEMPLATE Cut on dotted lines and place the left edge against the left side cabinet and the top edge against the rear wall, edge Use thia template to anchor the left rear leg of range.
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