GE Range Installation Instructions

Installation Instructions

Range
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IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF When using ball type gas shut-off valves, they
shall be the T-handle type.
MASSACHUSETTS
A flexible gas connector, when used, must not
This product must be installed by a licensed exceed 3 feet.
plumber or gas fitter.
When installing a gas appliance the use of old
WARNING
flexible connectors can cause gas leaks and
personal injury. Always use a NEW flexible
FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD
connector.
If the information in this manual is not followed
Leak testing of the appliance shall be conducted
exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing
according to the manufacturer instructions.
property damage, personal injury or death.
The range must be electrically grounded in
Installation must be performed by a qualified
accordance with local codes or, in the absence
installer.
of local codes, in accordance with the National
Electrical Code (ANSI/NFPA 70, latest edition).
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
In Canada, electrical grounding must be in
Installation of this range must conform with accordance with the current CSA C22.1 Canadian
local codes, or in the absence of local codes,
Electrical Code Part 1 and/or local codes. See
with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/
Electrical Connections in this section.
NFPA.54, latest edition. In Canada, installation
Do not install this product with an air curtain
must conform with the current Natural Gas
hood or other range hood that operates by
Installation Code, CAN/CGA-B149.1 or the current
blowing air down on the cooktop. This airflow
Propane Installation Code, CAN/CGA-B149.2, and
may interfere with operation of the gas burners
with local codes where applicable. This range
resulting in fire or explosion hazard.
has been design-certified by CSA International
according to ANSI Z21.1, latest edition and
Canadian Gas Association according to CAN/
CGA-1.1 latest edition.
FOR YOUR SAFETY:
WARNING
WARNING
Before beginning
the installation, switch power off at
service panel and lock the service
If you did not receive an anti-tip bracket with your
disconnecting means to prevent power
purchase, call 1.800.626.8774 to receive one at no
from being switched on accidentally.
cost. (In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344.) For installation
When the service disconnecting means
instructions of the bracket, visit: www.GEAppliances.com.
cannot be locked, securely fasten a
(In Canada, www.GEAppliances.ca.)
prominent warning device, such as a
tag, to the service panel.
To prevent gas leaks, put pipe joint compound on,
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GAS SUPPLY
or wrap pipe thread tape with Teflon* around, all
male (external) pipe threads.
WARNING
A. Install a manual shut-off valve in the gas line
Fire Hazard: Do not use a
in an easily accessed location outside of the
flame to check for gas leaks.
range. Make sure everyone operating the
range knows where and how to shut off the
WARNING
Explosion Hazard: Do not gas supply to the range.
exceed 25 ft-lbs of torque when making gas
B. Install male 1/2" flare union adapter to the 1/2"
line connections. Overtightening may crack
NPT internal thread at inlet of regulator. Use a
the pressure regulator resulting in fire or backup wrench on the regulator fitting to avoid
damage.
explosion hazard.
C. Install male 1/2" or 3/4" flare union adapter to
Gas Pressure Regulator
the NPT internal thread of the manual shut-off
You must use the gas pressure regulator supplied
valve, taking care to back-up the shut-off valve
with this range. For proper operations the inlet
to keep it from turning.
pressure to the regulator should be as follows:
D. Connect flexible metal appliance connector
Natural Gas:
to the adapter on the range. Position range to
Minimum pressure: 6" of Water Column
permit connection at the shut-off valve.
Maximum pressure: 13" of Water Column
E. When all connections have been made, make
LP Gas:
sure all range controls are in the off position
Minimum pressure: 11" of Water Column
and turn on the main gas supply valve.
Maximum pressure: 13" of Water Column
Use a liquid leak detector at all joints and
If you are not sure about the inlet pressure connections to check for leaks in the system.
contact local gas supplier.
When using pressures greater than 1/2 psig
Shut off the main gas supply valve before to pressure test the gas supply system of the
disconnecting the old range and leave it off residence, disconnect the range and individual
until the new hook-up has been completed. shut-off valve from the gas supply piping. When
Don't forget to relight the pilot on other gas
using pressures of 1/2 psig or less to pressure
appliances when you turn the gas back on. test the gas supply system, simply isolate the
range from the gas supply system by closing the
Because hard piping restricts movement of
individual shut-off valve.
the range, the use of a CSA International-
certified flexible metal appliance connector is
When checking for proper operation of the
recommended unless local codes require a hard- regulator, the inlet pressure must be at least 1"
piped connection. greater than the operating (manifold) pressure as
given on rating label of product.
If the hard piping method is used, you must
carefully align the pipe; the range cannot be
*Teflon: Registered trademark of DuPont
moved after the connection is made.
CONNECTOR HOOKUP
Gas Flow into Range Gas Flow into Range
Elbow
Pressure
regulator
Flex
Adapter Pressure
connector
regulator
(6 ft. max.)
Adapter
Flexible Rigid Pipe
Gas
Option shut-off Option
1/2" or 3/4"
valve
Gas pipe
Installer: Inform the consumer of the location of the gas shut-off valve.
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TOOLS YOU WILL NEED MATERIALS YOU MAY NEED
Gas line shut-off valve
Pipe joint sealant or UL-approved pipe thread
Phillips
tape with Teflon* that resists action of natural
screwdriver
and LP gases
Open-end or
Flexible metal appliance connector (1/2" I.D.).
adjustable wrench
Flat-blade A 5-foot length is recommended for ease of
installation but other lengths are acceptable.
screwdriver
Never use an old connector when installing a
new range.
Pencil and ruler
Flare union adapter for connection to gas
Level
supply line (3/4" or 1/2" NPT x 1/2" I.D.)
Flare union adapter for connection to pressure
regulator on range (1/2" NPT x 1/2" I.D.)
Pipe wrenches (2) Drill, awl or nail
Liquid leak detector or soapy water.
(one for backup)
*Teflon: Registered trademark of DuPont
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Product failure due to improper installation is not
covered under warranty.
Save these instructions for
Before installing your range on linoleum or any
local inspector's use.
other synthetic floor covering, make sure the
floor covering can withstand 180°F without
Observe all governing
shrinking, warping or discoloring. Do not install
codes and ordinances.
the range over carpeting unless a sheet of 1/4"
thick plywood or similar insulator is placed
Remove all packing
between the range and carpeting.
material and literature from oven before
connecting gas and electrical supply to range.
Mobile Home - Additional Installation
Requirements
To avoid damage to your
cabinets, check with your builder or cabinet
The installation of this range must conform to
supplier to make sure that the materials used will
the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety
not discolor, delaminate or sustain other damage. Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 (formerly the
This oven has been designed in accordance with Federal Standard for Mobile Home Construction
the requirements of UL and CSA International and Saftey, Title 24, HUD Part 280). When such
and complies with the maximum allowable wood
standard is not applicable, use the Standard for
cabinet temperatures of 194°F (90°C).
Manufactured Home Installations, ANSI A225.1/
NFPA 501A or with local codes.
Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these
instructions with consumer.
In Canada, the installation of this range must
conform with the current standards CAN/CSA-
Note to consumer – Keep these instructions for
A240-latest edition, or with local codes.
future reference.
When this range is installed in a mobile home, it
Anti-Tip Bracket
Servicer – The electrical diagram is in an
Kit Included must be secured to the floor during transit. Any
envelope attached to the back of the range.
method of securing the range is adequate as
long as it conforms to the standards listed above.
Proper installation is the responsibility of the
installer.
Where a standard two-prong wall receptacle is
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
encountered, it is the personal responsibility and
obligation of the customer to have it replaced with
WARNING a properly grounded three-prong wall receptacle.
Shock Hazard: This
DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, CUT OR
appliance must be properly grounded. Failure to
REMOVE THE THIRD (GROUND) PRONG FROM
do so can result in electric shock.
THE POWER CORD. DO NOT USE AN ADAPTER.
Electrical Requirements - 120-volt, 60 Hertz, DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD.
properly grounded dedicated circuit protected by a
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCI's) are
15-amp or 20-amp circuit breaker or time delay fuse.
not required or recommended for gas range
Note: Use of automatic, wireless, or wired external receptacles. Performance of the range will not be
switches that shut off power to the appliance are affected if operated on a GFCI-protected circuit
not recommended for this product. but occasional nuisance tripping of the GFCI
breaker is possible.
Grounding
The power cord of this appliance is equipped with
a three-prong (grounding) plug which plugs into a
standard three-prong grounding wall receptacle
to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard
from this appliance.
The customer should have the wall receptacle
and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to
make sure the receptacle is properly grounded.
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SURFACE BURNERS
Cap
WARNING
Fire or Explosion Hazard:
Do not operate the burner without all burner
parts in place.
Burner
Make sure the notch in the
burner head is positioned
over the electrode.
A. Burners - Place surface burners into
corresponding positions on cooktop.
B. Caps - Place caps on proper size burner..
C. Continuous Grates - Place the left and
right grates on the cooktop. These grates
Elbow
are marked "LEFT" and "RIGHT" on their
undersides. Place the center grate with its
Nipple
short edge toward the front of the range.
Union
Nipple
Gas
shut-off
Left
valve
1/2" or 3/4"
Gas pipe
DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES
Provide adequate clearances between the
range and adjacent combustible surfaces. These
dimensions must be met for safe use of your
range.
Allow 30" (76.2 cm) minimum clearance between
burners and bottom of unprotected wood or
metal cabinet, or allow a 24" (61 cm) minimum
when bottom of wood or metal cabinet is
protected by no less than 1/4" (6.4 mm) thick
flame-retardant millboard covered with no less
3 1/4"
26 7/8"
w/o handle
29 3/8"
w/ handle
47 5/8"
Minimum to
cabinets on
either side
of the range
30"
30"
6"
Minimum
Minimum
18"
clearance
to left wall
To cabinets
below cooktop
and at the
0"
range back
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CHECK SURFACE BURNERS
Push and turn knob to LITE position. You will hear
a clicking sound indicating proper operation of
the spark module. Once the air has been purged
from the supply lines, burners should light within
4 seconds. After burner lights, rotate knob out of
the LITE position. Try each burner in succession
until all burners have been checked.
Quality of Flames
The flame quality of the burners needs to be
determined visually.
If burner flames look like (A), call for service.
Normal burner flames should look like (B) or (C),
depending on the type of gas you use
With LP gas, some yellow tipping on outer cones
is normal.
Ensure proper
ground exists
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CHECK BAKE AND BROIL
before use
BURNERS
To remove the oven bottom:
A. Remove the screws holding down rear of the
oven bottom.
B. Grasp the oven bottom at rear slots on each
side.
Cap
C. Lift the rear of the oven bottom and slide it
back until it clears the lip of the range frame
Hole at the front. Then lift bottom up and out.
or
Slots
Notch
Electrode
Electrode
Oven bottom
Front right burner
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ADJUST BAKE AND BROIL
AIR SHUTTER IF NECESSARY
To adjust the flow of air to either burner, loosen
the Phillips head screw and rotate the shutter
as needed.
Loosen
Air
Center Right shutter
Bake Burner
DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES (CONT.)
than No. 28 MSG sheet metal (.015" [.38 mm]
thick), .015" (.38 mm) thick stainless steel, .025"
(0.64 mm) aluminum or .020" (0.5 mm) copper.
GAS PIPE AND ELECTRICAL OUTLET LOCATIONS
Installation of a listed microwave oven or
cooking appliance over the cooktop shall
conform to the installation instructions packed
Recommended area for
with that appliance.
120V outlet on rear wall and
area for through-the-wall
For island installation, maintain 2-1/2" minimum
connection of pipe stub and
from cutout to back edge of countertop and
shut-off valve.
3" minimum from cutout to side edges of
countertop.
Recommended area
for through-the-floor
31 1/4"
connection of pipe stub
and shut-off valve.
CONVERTING TO LP GAS
(OR CONVERTING BACK TO
NATURAL GAS FROM LP)
This range leaves the factory set for use with
30"
natural gas. If you want to convert to LP
gas, the conversion must be performed by a
qualified LP gas installer.
The conversion orifices and instructions can be
found on back of the range.
Keep these instructions and all orifices in case
you want to convert back to natural gas.
Maximum
depth for
cabinets above
countertops
3"
13"
Minimum
clearance to
right wall
Front edge
of the range
side panel
forward from
cabinet
0"
1/4"
To cabinets
below cooktop
and at the
range back
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INSTALL AND CHECK
ANTI-TIP DEVICE
Call for service WARNING
Never completely remove the
leveling leg as the range will not be secured to
the anti-tip device properly.
(B) Yellow tips on
Follow instructions supplied with ANTI-TIP bracket
Normal for LP gas
8 SLIDE RANGE INTO OPENING
Normal for natural gas
A. Position the range in front of the cabinet opening. Measure from the floor to
the top of the countertop at the rear of the cabinet near the anti-tip bracket. If
necessary, adjust the unit by carefully screwing in or out the leveling legs until
the cooktop overhang matches the countertop height at the rear (There will not
be access to the rear leveling legs once installed).
Set Bake function to 350°F. Burner should
light in 30 to 90 seconds.
B. Push while lifting the range into the opening until the range is within 2" (5.1 cm) of
engaging the anti-tip bracket.
Check Flame Quality.
C. Plug the range cord into the receptacle. Locate the
cones.
flexible gas line in back of the range in a manner
that it will not touch or be moved by the drawer (if
flames.
provided). Carefully push the range into the opening
until the unit is fully seated in to the cabinet. There
will be approximately a ¼" gap between the unit and
back wall.
off the burner.
D. Carefully screw in the front two leveling legs until the
Check broil burner using the same method as
cooktop overhand touches the countertop.
the bake burner.
E. Look under the unit and verify that the rear leg is
fully engaged with the anti-tip device. If not, remove
the unit and adjust the height of the rear leg so that it
is properly engaged.
WHEN ALL HOOKUPS ARE
COMPLETED
Make sure all controls are left in the off position.
A. If the flames are yellow, open shutter more
Make sure the flow of combustion and ventilation
than the original setting.
air to the range is unobstructed.
B. If the flames lift off the burner, close the air
shutter more than the original setting.
Check flames again and adjust further if
necessary. Replace oven bottom.
Air
shutter
Loosen
Broil Burner
35"
to
36-1/2"
from floor to
countertop
24"
Max
CAUTION
To prevent drafts
from affecting burner operation, seal
all openings in floor under appliance
and behind appliance wall.
Rear of Range
Orifice Box
(location
may vary)
Anti-Tip Bracket
Kit Included
Position gas line so that there is no
interference with the storage drawer
Rear
Wall
Storage Drawer
Side View
Check that all packing materials and tape have
been removed. This will include tape on metal
panel under control knobs (if applicable), adhesive
tape, wire ties, cardboard and protective plastic.
Failure to remove these materials could result in
damage to the appliance once the appliance has
been turned on and surfaces have heated.