Electrical Requirements; General Information - Viking Range 5 Series Installation Manual

Electrical Requirements

Electrical Requirements • Viking Range Corporation will NOT
This product is manufactured with the
neutral terminal connected to the cabinet.
Use a 3-wire, agency approved, power
supply kit with closed loop terminals rated
If the use of a GFI is required, it should be:
per the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA
• Of the receptacle type (breaker type or
70-latest edition (See Rating chart below). If
local codes prohibit grounding through the
• Used with permanent wiring only
neutral, use a 4-wire, agency approved,
power supply kit with closed loop terminals
rated per the National Electrical Code,
• On a dedicated circuit (no other
ANSI/NFPA 70-latest edition (See Rating
chart below).
• Connected to a standard breaker of
RATING* Specified Rating of Power
Supply Cord Kit and Circuit Protection
• Rated for Class A (5 mA +/- 1 mA trip
120/240 Volts 120/208 Volts Amps
12.5 - 16.5 KW 9.2 - 12.5 KW 40 or 50
• In good condition and free from any
16.5 - 17.5 KW 12.5 - 13.5 KW 50
*The National Electric Code calculation for
• Protected from moisture (water, steam,
Electrical Load is less than the Total
Connected Electrical Load listed on the
model/serial rating plate.
A GFI shall be used if required by NFP -
70 (National Electric Code),
federal/state/local laws, or local
ordinances.
• The required use of a GFI is normally
related to the location of a receptacle with
respect to any significant sources of water
or moisture.
Electrical
connection
Induction
in this area
30" Range
6"
(15.2 cm)
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warranty any problems resulting from GFI
outlets which are not installed properly or
do not meet the following requirements.
portable type NOT recommended)
(temporary or portable wiring NOT
recommended)
receptacles, switches or loads in the
circuit)
appropriate size (GFI breaker of the same
size NOT recommended)
current) as per UL 943 standard
loose-fitting gaskets (if applicable in
outdoor situations)
high humidity) as much as reasonably
possible
WARNING
Electrical shock hazard.
To avoid the risk of electrical
shock, personal injury or death;
verify electrical power is turned
off at the breaker box until the range is
installed and ready to operate, installation
by an authorized installer only.
6"
(15.2 cm)
4-3/8"
(11.1 cm)

General Information

READ AND FOLLOW ALL WARNING Moving, Handling, and Unpacking
AND CAUTION INFORMATION WHEN
Remove and discard all packing materials,
INSTALLING THIS APPLIANCE.
including cardboard and tape on the outside
and inside of the range.
• All openings in the wall behind the
appliance and in the floor under the Range – Do not discard the anti-tip
appliance must be sealed. metal bracket supplied with the
range. This is the anti-tip device and
• DO NOT obstruct the flow of combustion must be installed with the unit. Refer
and ventilation air. to "Anti-tip Device Installation"
section.
CAUTION
Avoid any damage to oven vents. The vents
Some stainless steel parts may have a plastic
need to be unobstructed and open to provide
protective wrap which must be peeled off.
proper airflow for optimal oven performance.
The interior should be washed thoroughly
with hot, soapy water to remove film
residues and any dust or debris before being
CAUTION
used, then rinsed and wiped dry. Solutions
The cooling fan should be operating when
stronger than soap and water are rarely
the unit is in operation. If you notice the
needed.
cooling fan is not operating or you observe
unusual or excessive noise coming from the
cooling fan, contact a Viking Authorized
Service Center before continuing operation.
Failure to do so can result in damage to the
oven or surrounding cabinets.
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