Electrical Requirements; Gas Supply Requirements - KitchenAid KGCK346BSS Installation Instructions Manual

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.
IMPORTANT: The cooktop must be electrically grounded
in accordance with local codes and ordinances, or in the
absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA 70 or Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1.
If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is
recommended that a qualified electrical installer determine
that the ground path is adequate.
A copy of the above code standards can be obtained from:
National Fire Protection Association
1 Batterymarch Park
Quincy, MA 02169-7471
CSA International
8501 East Pleasant Valley Road
Cleveland, Ohio 44131-5575
A 120 volt, 60 Hz, AC only, 15-amp, fused electrical
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circuit is required. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker
is also recommended. It is recommended that a separate
circuit serving only this cooktop be provided.
Electronic ignition systems operate within wide voltage limits,
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but proper grounding and polarity are necessary. Check that
the outlet provides 120-volt power and is correctly grounded.
The wiring diagrams are provided with this cooktop.
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See "Wiring Diagrams" section.
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Gas Supply Requirements

WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Use a new CSA International approved gas supply line.
Install a shut-off valve.
Securely tighten all gas connections.
If connected to LP, have a qualified person make sure
gas pressure does not exceed 14" (36 cm) water
column.
Examples of a qualified person include:
licensed heating personnel,
authorized gas company personnel, and
authorized service personnel.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
IMPORTANT: This installation must conform with all local
codes and ordinances. In the absence of local codes,
installation must conform with American National Standard,
National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1 - latest edition or
CAN/CGA B149 - latest edition.
IMPORTANT: Leak testing of the range must be conducted
according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Type of Gas
Natural Gas:
This cooktop is factory set for use with Natural gas. To
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convert to LP gas, see the Gas Conversion instructions
provided in the package containing literature. The model/
serial/rating plate located on the right/center underside
of the burner box has information on the types of gas
that can be used. If the types of gas listed do not include
the type of gas available, check with the local gas supplier.
LP Gas conversion:
Conversion must be done by a qualified service technician.
No attempt shall be made to convert the appliance from the
gas specified on the model/serial/rating plate for use with
a different gas without consulting the serving gas supplier.
See the Gas Conversion instructions provided in the package
containing literature.
Gas Supply Line
Provide a gas supply line of
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cooktop location. A smaller size pipe on longer runs may
result in insufficient gas supply. Pipe-joint compounds
that resist the action of LP gas must be used. Do not use
TEFLON tape. With LP gas, piping or tubing size can be
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/ " minimum. Usually, LP gas suppliers determine the size
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and materials used in the system.
† TEFLON is a registered trademark of E.I. Du Pont De Nemours and Company.
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/ " (1.9 cm) rigid pipe to the
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