GE Profile JS998SKSS Installation Instructions Manual

Self-cleaning radiant trivection electric slide-in range

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Installation
Instructions
Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: www.GEAppliances.com

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely
and carefully.
IMPORTANT
instructions for local inspector's use.
IMPORTANT
governing codes and ordinances.
• Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these
instructions with the Consumer.
• Note to Consumer – Keep these
instructions for future reference.
• Skill level – Installation of this appliance
requires basic mechanical and advanced
electrical skills.
• Completion time – 1 to 3 hours
• Proper installation is the responsibility of
the installer.
• Product failure due to improper installation
is not covered under the Warranty.
WARNING
be properly grounded.

FOR YOUR SAFETY:

WARNING
do not use an extension cord with this
appliance. Remove house fuse or open circuit
breaker before beginning installation. Failure
to do so could result in serious injury or
even death.
• All rough-in and spacing dimensions
must be met for safe use of your range.
Electricity to the range can be disconnected
at the outlet without moving the range if
the outlet is in the preferred location
(remove lower drawer).
4053P547-4
229C
31-10558-4
05-04 JR
Self-Cleaning Radiant Trivection
Electric Slide-In Range
— Save these
— Observe all
— This appliance must
— For personal safety,
FOR YOUR SAFETY:
• To reduce the risk of burns or fire when
reaching over hot surface elements, cabinet
storage space above the cooktop should be
avoided. If cabinet storage space is to be
provided above the cooktop, the risk can
be reduced by installing a range hood that
protrudes at least 5" beyond the front of
the cabinets. Cabinets installed above a
cooktop must be no deeper than 13" .
• Be sure your appliance is properly installed
and grounded by a qualified technician.
• To prevent damage to the door and to
prevent excessive microwave leakage,
do NOT remove the door on the oven.
ANTI-TIP DEVICE
WARNING
of tipping, the appliance must be secured by
properly installed Anti-Tip bracket packed
with this appliance.
• If the Anti-Tip device supplied with the
range does not fit this application, use the
universal Anti-Tip device WB2X7909.
• All ranges can tip
• Injury to persons could result
• Install Anti-Tip bracket packed
with range
• See Installation Instructions
• If you pull the range out and away from the
wall for any reason, make sure the Anti-Tip
bracket is engaged when the range is
pushed back against the wall.
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JS998
(cont.)
— To reduce the risk
WARNING

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  • Page 1: Installation Instructions

    Installation Instructions Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: www.GEAppliances.com BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions completely and carefully. IMPORTANT • — Save these instructions for local inspector’s use. IMPORTANT • — Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
  • Page 2: Prepare To Install The Range

    PREPARE TO INSTALL THE RANGE TOOLS YOU WILL NEED 1/8” Drill Bit and Electric or Hand Drill (Extension May Be Required) Adjustable Wrench (for 1-7/16″ Nut) Pliers 1/4” Nut Driver Hand or Saber Saw Installation Instructions MATERIALS NEEDED Safety Glasses...
  • Page 3: Pre-Installation Checklist

    Forcing the cooktop to fit may cause excessive gaps and could break the glass and void the warranty. To obtain kits, visit the GE Website or call the GE Answer Center (800.432.2737), or contact your dealer. • Move range indoors in front of cabinet opening.
  • Page 4 UL requirements for 0″ clearance to back and side walls and cabinets. Wall coverings, counters and cabinets around the range must withstand heat (up to 194°F) generated by the range. If a 30″ clearance between the cooking surface and the overhead combustible materials or metal cabinets cannot be maintained, a minimum clearance of 24″...
  • Page 5: Pre-Installation Cutout And Required Clearances

    Refer to the kit instructions for installation details. When installing the range at the end of a cabinet section that will expose the unfinished side of the range, use Body Side Kit (JXS76XX).
  • Page 6: Electrical Connections

    Failure to wire your range according to governing codes could result in a hazardous condition. If there are no local codes, your range must be wired and fused to meet the requirements of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No.
  • Page 7: Power Cord And Strain Relief Installation

    Wire NOTE: Do not install the power cord cover without a strain relief. The strain relief bracket should be installed before reinstalling the rear range wiring cover. Terminal block (appearance may vary) Skip to Step 4 or 5.
  • Page 8 The 4th grounding lead must be connected to the frame of the range with the ground plate and the ground screw. Remove the 3 lower terminal screws from the terminal block. Remove the ground screw and ground plate and retain them.
  • Page 9: 3-Wire Conduit Installation

    Cut and discard the ground strap. DO NOT DISCARD ANY SCREWS. Insert the ground bare wire tip between the range frame and the ground plate (removed earlier) and secure it in place with the ground screw (removed earlier). Insert the bare wire (white/neutral) tip through the bottom center of the terminal block opening.
  • Page 10: Install The Anti-Tip Bracket

    LOCATING THE BRACKET • Decide whether the bracket will be installed on the right or left side of the range opening. • Place the bracket as shown below. Adjacent Cabinet Wall FLOOR–WOOD...
  • Page 11: Install The Range

    Countertop SLIDE RANGE INTO OPENING Plug the range cord into the receptacle. Locate the cord in the back of the range in a manner that it will not touch or be moved by the drawer. Position range cord so that...
  • Page 12: Replace The Storage Drawer

    15 seconds. Turn the knob off when glow is detected. If the glow is not detected within the time limit, recheck the range wiring connections. If change is required, retest again. If no change is required, have building wiring Drawer front checked for proper connections and voltage.
  • Page 13: Alternate Construction

    OR BACKGUARD KIT If you use the filler kit, place the metal filler piece supplied with the range to the back of the range as shown in the illustration below. Start the 2 screws into the upper holes at the...
  • Page 14 Notes...
  • Page 15 Notes...
  • Page 16 Printed in the United States...

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