Installation Instructions

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IN THE COMMONWEALTH

OF MASSACHUSETTS

■ This product must be installed by a licensed

plumber or gas fitter.

■ When using ball type gas shut-off valves,

they shall be the T-handle type.

■ A flexible gas connector, when used, must

not exceed 5 feet.

WARNING

FIRE OR EXPLOSION

HAZARD

If the information in this manual is not followed

exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing

property damage, personal injury or death.

Installation must be performed by a qualified

installer.

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

Installation of this range must conform with

local codes, or in the absence of local codes,

with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/

NFPA.54, latest edition. In Canada, installation

must conform with the current Natural Gas

Installation Code, CAN/CGA-B149.1 or the

current Propane Installation Code, CAN/CGA-

B149.2, and with local codes where applicable.

This range 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.

When installing a gas appliance the use of

old flexible connectors can cause gas leaks

and personal injury. Always use a NEW

flexible connector.

Leak testing of the appliance shall be conducted

according to the manufacturer instructions.

The range must be electrically grounded in

accordance with local codes or, in the absence

of local codes, in accordance with the National

Electrical Code (ANSI/NFPA 70, latest edition).

In Canada, electrical grounding must be

in accordance with the current CSA C22.1

Canadian Electrical Code Part 1 and/or local

codes. See Electrical Connections in this section.

Do not install this product with an air curtain

hood or other range hood that operates by

blowing air down on the cooktop. This airflow

may interfere with operation of the gas burners

resulting in fire or explosion hazard.

FOR YOUR SAFETY:

WARNING

Before beginning

the installation, switch power off at

service panel and lock the service

disconnecting means to prevent power

from being switched on accidentally.

When the service disconnecting

means cannot be locked, securely

fasten a prominent warning device,

such as a tag, to the service panel.

If you did not receive an anti-tip bracket with your

purchase, call 1.800.626.8774 to receive one at

no cost. (In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344.) For

installation instructions of the bracket,

visit: GEAppliances.com.

(In Canada, GEAppliances.ca.)

Anti-Tip Bracket

Kit Included

• A child or adult can tip the range and be killed.

• Install the anti-tip bracket to the wall or floor.

• Engage the range to the anti-tip bracket by sliding the

range back such that the foot is engaged.

• Re-engage the anti-tip bracket if the range is moved.

• Failure to do so can result in death or serious burns

to children or adults.

Tip-Over Hazard

WARNING

Installation Instructions

Range

Questions? Call GE Appliances at 1.800.GE.CARES (1.800.432.2737) or visit

GEAppliances.com. In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or visit GEAppliances.ca.

Summary of content (16 pages)

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Installation Instructions Range Questions? Call GE Appliances at 1.800.GE.CARES (1.800.432.2737) or visit GEAppliances.com. In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or visit GEAppliances.ca. IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS ■T his product must be installed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter. WARNING FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death.
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TOOLS YOU WILL NEED Phillips screwdriver Flat-blade screwdriver Open-end or adjustable wrench Pencil and ruler Level Pipe wrenches (2) (one for backup) Drill, awl or nail 1/4” Nut Driver MATERIALS YOU MAY NEED ■G as line shut-off valve ■P ipe joint sealant or UL-approved pipe thread tape with Teflon* that resists action of natural and propane gases ■F lexible metal appliance connector (1/2” I.D.). A 5-foot length is recommended for ease of installation but other lengths are acceptable.
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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 than No. 28 MSG sheet metal (.015” [.38 mm] thick), .015” (.
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CONVERTING TO PROPANE GAS (OR CONVERTING BACK TO NATURAL GAS FROM PROPANE) This range leaves the factory set for use with Terminal Block natural gas. If you want to convert to propane Cover gas, the conversion must be performed by a qualified propane gas installer. Orifice Kit (location The conversion orifices and instructions can may vary) be found on back of the range. Keep these instructions and all orifices in case you want to convert back to natural gas.
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1 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS WARNING This appliance must be properly grounded. 2 POWER CORD AND CONDUIT INSTALLATION A WARNING Remove wire cover (on the back of range) by removing screws using a 1/4” nut driver. You can access the terminal block by either removing a terminal block cover (on some models) or the wire cover. Do not discard these screws.
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3 3-WIRE INSTALLATION (GROUND IS THROUGH THE NEUTRAL WIRE) WARNING Shock Hazard The neutral wire and ground strap must be Terminal block (appearance connected as shown below for the range to be properly grounded. Do not remove the ground strap. may vary) Failure follow this instruction may result in potential Neutral shock hazard. terminal WARNING Fire hazard Terminal block screws must be securely tightened. Failure to do so may result in potential fire hazard. OR POWER CORD INSTALLATION F A.
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5 G AS SUPPLY WARNING Fire Hazard: Do not use a flame to check for gas leaks. WARNING Explosion Hazard: Do not exceed 25 ft-lbs of torque when making gas line connections. Overtightening may crack the pressure regulator resulting in fire or explosion hazard. Gas Pressure Regulator You must use the gas pressure regulator supplied with this range.
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10 FINAL INSTALLATION CHECKLIST 8 INSTALL AND CHECK ANTI-TIP DEVICE • Check to make sure the circuit breaker is closed (RESET) or the circuit fuses are replaced. • Be sure power is in service to the building. WARNING Never completely remove the leveling leg as the range will not be secured to the anti-tip device properly. Anti-Tip Bracket Kit Included Follow instructions supplied with ANTI-TIP bracket. •C heck that all packing materials and tape have been removed.
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Instrucciones de instalación Cocina ¿Preguntas? Llame a GE Appliances al 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) o visita GEAppliances.com. En Canadá, llame 1.800.561.3344 o visita GEAppliances.ca. EN EL COMMONWEALTH DE MASSACHUSETTS ■E ste producto debe ser instalado por un plomero licenciado o un mecánico gasista.
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HERRAMIENTAS NECESARIAS MATERIALES NECESARIOS ■ Válvula de cierre para tubería de gas Destornillador Philips ■S ellador para junta de tubería o UL – cinta para tubería aprobada con Teflón*, resistente a la acción de gases naturales o propano Destornillador con cabeza plana ■C onector para artefacto metálico flexible (1/2” I.D.) Se recomienda una longitud de 5 pies para una fácil instalación, pero otras longitudes son aceptables. Nunca use un conector viejo al instalar una cocina nueva.
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DIMENSIONES Y ESPACIOS Deje el espacio adecuado entre la cocina y las superficies combustibles adyacentes. Estas dimensiones se deberán cumplir para un uso seguro de su cocina. Deje un espacio mínimo de 30” (76.2 cm) entre los quemadores y la parte inferior del gabinete de madera o metal sin protección, o deje un espacio mínimo de 24” (61 cm) cuando la parte inferior del gabinete de madera o metal esté protegido por no menos de 1/4” (6.
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CONVERTIR A GAS PROPANO (O VOLVER A CONVERTIR DE PROPANO A GAS NATURAL) Esta cocina deja la configuración de fábrica para uso con gas natural. Si desea convertir a gas propano, la conversión deberá ser realizada por un instalador de gas propano calificado. Los orificios de conversión y las instrucciones se podrán encontrar en la parte trasera de la cocina. Guarde estas instrucciones y todo orificios en caso de que lo desee convertir nuevamente a gas natural.
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1 REQUERIMIENTOS ELÉCTRICOS ADVERTENCIA Esta unidad debe contar con una adecuada conexión a tierra. 2 A ADVERTENCIA Todas las construcciones nuevas, casas rodantes, vehículos recreativos e instalaciones donde los códigos locales no permiten una conexión a tierra a través de un neutral requieren un cable para cocina de 4 conductores aprobado por UL.
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3 INSTALACIÓN DE TRES (3) ALAMBRES (LA CONEXIÓN A TIERRA SE REALIZA A TRAVÉS DEL CABLE NEUTRO) ADVERTENCIA Riesgo de incendio Los tornillos del bloque terminal deben estar ajustados de forma segura. Si esto no se cumple, existen riesgos de incendio. PARA INSTALACIÓN DE CABLE DE ENERGÍA A. R etire los 3 tornillos inferiores del bloque terminal. No afloje los tornillos superiores. B. No corte ni retire la cinta de conexión a tierra.
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5 S UMINISTRO DE GAS ADVERTENCIA Riesgo de incendio: No use una llama para controlar las pérdidas de gas. ADVERTENCIA Riesgo de Explosión: No supere una torsión máxima de 25 pies-libras al realizar conexiones de tuberías de gas. Cualquier ajuste en exceso podrá romper el regulador de presión, resultando en riesgo de incendio o explosión. Regulador de Presión de Gas Se deberá usar el regulador de presión de gas suministrado con esta cocina.
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8 10 LISTA DE CONTROL FINAL DE LA INSTALACIÓN INSTALE Y CONTROLE EL DISPOSITIVO ANTIVOLCADURAS •V erifique que el interruptor de circuitos se encuentre cerrado (RESET) o que los fusibles del circuito se hayan reemplazado. Kit de soporte anti-volcaduras incluido ADVERTENCIA Nunca retire completamente las patas niveladoras, ya que la cocina no estará asegurada de forma adecuada al dispositivo antivolcaduras. • Asegúrese de que se cuente con suministro eléctrico en el edificio.