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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

30" (76 CM) FREESTANDING ELECTRIC RANGES

Table of Contents

RANGE SAFETY ............................................................................. 2

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS................................................3

Tools and Parts............................................................................3

Location Requirements................................................................3

Electrical Requirements...............................................................5

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS..................................................6

Unpack Range ............................................................................. 6

Install Anti-Tip Bracket.................................................................6

Electrical Connection...................................................................8

Verify Anti-Tip Bracket Is Installed and Engaged......................11

Level Range ...............................................................................11

Storage Drawer..........................................................................11

Oven Door..................................................................................11

Complete Installation .................................................................12

Moving the Range......................................................................12

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 30" (76 CM) FREESTANDING ELECTRIC RANGES Table of Contents RANGE SAFETY ............................................................................. 2 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS................................................ 3 Tools and Parts ............................................................................ 3 Location Requirements................................................................ 3 Electrical Requirements ...................................................
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RANGE SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here. Tools needed ■ Tape measure ■ Masking tape ■ Flat-blade screwdriver ■ ¼" drive ratchet ■ Phillips screwdriver ■ ¼" nut driver ■ Level ■ ³⁄₈" and ⁵⁄₁₆" nut driver ■ Hammer ■ ■ Hand or electric drill ¹⁄₈" (3.
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Product Dimensions Cabinet Dimensions Cabinet opening dimensions shown are for 25" (64.0 cm) countertop depth, 24" (61.0 cm) base cabinet depth and 36" (91.4 cm) countertop height. IMPORTANT: If installing a range hood or microwave hood combination above the range, follow the range hood or microwave hood combination installation instructions for dimensional clearances above the cooktop surface. A freestanding range may be installed next to combustible walls with zero clearance.
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Electrical Requirements If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is recommended that a qualified electrical installer determine that the ground path and wire gauge are in accordance with local codes. Do not use an extension cord. Be sure that the electrical connection and wire size are adequate and in conformance with all local codes and ordinances. WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Unpack Range WARNING Install Anti-Tip Bracket WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move and install range. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury. 1. Remove shipping materials, tape and film from range. 2. Remove oven racks and parts package from inside oven. 3. Do not remove the shipping base at this time. Tip Over Hazard A child or adult can tip the range and be killed. Install anti-tip bracket to floor or wall per installation instructions.
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Floor Mounting Rear position 5. Using the Phillips screwdriver, mount anti-tip bracket to the wall or floor with the two #12 x 1⁵⁄₈" screws provided. 6. Move range close enough to opening to allow for final electrical connections. Remove shipping base, cardboard or hardboard from under range. 7. Move range into its final location, making sure rear leveling leg slides into anti-tip bracket. Front position Diagonal (2 options) Wall Mounting 8.
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Electrical Connection Power Supply Cord Direct Wire WARNING WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Disconnect power before servicing. Use a new 40 amp power supply cord. Use 8 gauge copper or 6 gauge aluminum wire. Plug into a grounded outlet. Electrically ground range. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. 1.
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Style 2: Direct wire strain relief ■ Remove the knockout as needed for the flexible conduit connection. ■ Assemble a UL listed conduit connector in the opening. 2. Feed the power supply cord through the strain relief on the cord/conduit plate on bottom of range. Allow enough slack to easily attach the wiring to the terminal block. A B A B C A. Removable retaining nut B. Conduit ■ D Tighten strain relief screw against the flexible conduit. A. Terminal block B. Location of ground-link screw C.
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Direct Wire Installation: Copper or Aluminum Wire This range may be connected directly to the fuse disconnect or circuit breaker box. Depending on your electrical supply, make the required 3-wire connection. NOTE: Connections to ground should not use aluminum wire. 1. Strip outer covering back 3" (7.6 cm) to expose wires. Strip the insulation back ³⁄₈" (1.0 cm) from the end of each wire. 2. Attach terminal lugs to neutral (red), bare (green) ground, and line 1 (black) wires.
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3. Slowly push the drawer into the range. Verify Anti-Tip Bracket Is Installed and Engaged A 1. Remove the storage drawer. See “Storage Drawer” section. 2. Use a flashlight to look underneath the bottom of the range. 3. Visually check that the rear range foot is inserted into the slot of the anti-tip bracket. Level Range 1. Place a standard flat rack in oven. 2. Place level on the rack and check levelness of the range, first side to side; then front to back. A. Engage drawer glide.
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If removing the range is necessary for cleaning or maintenance: Complete Installation 1. Check that all parts are now installed. If there is an extra part, go back through the steps to see which step was skipped. 2. Check that you have all of your tools. 3. Dispose of/recycle all packaging materials. 4. Check that the range is level. See the “Level Range” section. 5. Use a mild solution of liquid household cleaner and warm water to remove waxy residue caused by shipping material.