GE JGBP26GEN Use And Care & Installation Manual page 36

GENERAL
See Dimensions and Clearances in this section
for all rough-in and spacing dimensions. These
dimensions must be met for safe use of your
range. The location of the electrical outlet and
pipe opening (see Gas Pipe and Electric Outlet
Locations) may be adjusted to meet specific
requirements.
The range may be placed with O" clearance
(flush) at the back wall and side walls of
the range.
Do not locate the range where it may be subject
to strong drafts. Any openings in the floor or wall
behind the range should be sealed. Make sure
the openings around the base of the range that
supply fresh air for combustion and ventilation
are not obstructed by carpeting or woodwork.
PROTECT YOUR FLOOR
Your range, like many other household items,
is heavy and ~an settle into soft floor coverings
such as cushioned vinyl or carpeting. Use care
when moving the range on this type of flooring.
It is recommended that the following simple and
inexpensive instructions be followed to protect
your floor.
The range should be installed on a sheet of
plywood (or similar material). men thefloor
at the front of the range, the area
covering etih
that the range will rest on should be built up with
plywood to the same level or higher than the
floor covering. This will allow the range to be
moved for cleaning or servicing.
MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER LO~TION
Depending on your range, you'll find the model
and serial numbers on a label on the front frame
of the range, behind the storage drawer, kick
panel or broiler drawer.
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TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
Phillips and flat-blade screwdrivers
Pencil and ruler
Two pipe wrenches (one for backup)
1%" open-end or adjustable wrench
Nut drivers or wrenches: 3/16" and 1/4"
ADDITIONAL MTERIALS YOU MY HEED
Gas line shut-off valve
Pipe joint sealant or UL-approved pipe thread
tape with Teflon* that resists action of natural
and LP gases
Flexible metal appliance connector (1/2" I. D.)
A 5foot 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" N~x 1/2" I. D.)
Flare union adapter for connection to pressure
regulator on range (1/2" NPTx 1/2" I. D.)
Remove all tape and packaging. Lift up the
any packing material under it. Make sure the
dual burners are properly seated and level.
Remove plastic film that covers some chrome
parts (around oven door, side trim).
Take the accessory pack out of the oven.
Check to be sure that no range parts have
come loose during shipping.