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Whirlpool GS440LEMT2 Installation Instructions And Operation Manual page 6

30" (76.2 cm) freestanding gas ranges

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Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug intoa grounded 3 prong outlet.
Donotremove ground prong.
Donotuseanadapter.
Donotusean
extension
cord.
Failure to follow these instructions
can result in death,
fire, or electrical
shock.
IMPORTANT: The range must be electrically grounded in
accordance with Iocal 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 ebctrical installer determine that
the ground path is adequate.
A copy of the above code standards can be obtained from:
National Fire Protection Association
One Batterymarch
Park, Quincy, MA 02269.
CSA International
8501 East Pleasant Valley Road
Cbveland, Ohio 44131-5575
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A 120-volt, 60-Hz, AC-only, 15 amp, fused electrical circuit is
required. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is also
recommended.
It is recommended
that a separate circuit
serving only this range be provided.
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Electronic ignition systems operate within wide voltage limits,
but proper grounding and polarity are necessary, in addition
to checking that the outlet provides 120-volt power and is
correctly grounded, the outlet must be checked by a qualified
electrician to see that it is wired with correct polarity.
This range is equipped with an electronic ignition system that
wilI not operate if plugged into an outlet that is not properly
polarized.
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The wiring diagram is located on the underside of the storage
drawer or below the warming drawer in a clear plastic bag.
NOTE: The metal chassis of the range must be grounded in order
for the control panel to work. If the metal chassis of the range is
not grounded, no keypads will operate. Check with a qualified
electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the metal chassis of
the range is grounded.
Explosion
Hazard
Use a new AGA or CSA approved
gas supply
line.
Securely
tighten aH 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
Faiture 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.
Type of Gas
Natural Gas:
This range is design-certified
by the American Gas Association
(A.G.A.) for use with natural gas or, after proper conversion, for
use with LP gas.
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This range is factory set for use with natural gas. See "Gas
Conversions"
section. The model/serial rating plate !ocated on
the frame behind the storage drawer 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 consuIting the serving gas supplier. See "Gas
Conversions" section.
Gas Supply
Line
Provide a gas supply line of %" rigid pipe to the range
location. A smaller size pipe on Ionger runs may result in
insufficient gas supply. Pipe joint compounds that resist the
action of LP gas must be used. Do not use TEFLOW _'ttape.
With LP gas, piping or tubing size can be _A"minimum.
Usually, LP gas suppliers determine the size and materials
used in the system.
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of E,L Du Pont De Nemours and Company.

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