GE JSS28BKBB Installation Instructions Manual

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6Installation Instructions6ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONSTO MAKE ELECTRICALCONNECTION• Remove the junction block accesscover (on range back). When re-installingone-piece wire cover, make sure that wiredoes not become pinched between wirecover and mainback.• All new constructions, mobile homes,recreational vehicle and installations wherelocal codes do not allow grounding throughneutral, require a four-wire flexible cord kit.If the range is rated between 8,750 and16,500 watts, a range cord kit rated for40 amps and a minimum of 125/250 Voltsis required. If the range is rated between16,501 and 22,500 watts, a range cord kitrated for 50 amps and a minimum of125/250 Volts is required. For existingconstruction, a three wire flexible cord kitmay be used, and the same ratings applyas described above.• When using a cord rated 40 Amps, removethe next to outermost knockout (1-3/8″diameter) in the connection plate. Likewise,when using a cord rated 50 Amps, removethe outermost knockout (1-3/4″ diameter)in the plate.• Terminations shall be either closed loopterminals or open-end spade lugs withupturned ends. You must use a clamp orstrain relief to hold the cord.ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTSCAUTION: For personal safety,do not use an extension cord with thisappliance. Remove house fuse or opencircuit breaker before beginning installation.This appliance must be supplied with theproper voltage and frequency, and connectedto an individual properly grounded branchcircuit, protected by a circuit breaker or fusehaving amperage as specified on the ratingplate. The rating plate is located above thestorage drawer on the oven frame.We recommend you have the electrical wiringand hookup of your range connected by aqualified electrician. After installation, havethe electrician show you where your mainrange disconnect is located.Check with your local utilities for electricalcodes which apply in your area. Failure towire your oven according to governing codescould result in a hazardous condition. If thereare no local codes, your range must be wiredand fused to meet the requirements of theNational Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70—Latest Edition. You can get a copy by writing:National Fire Protection AssociationBatterymarch ParkQuincy, MA 02269Effective January 1, 1996, the NationalElectrical Code requires that newconstruction (not existing) utilize a 4-conductor connection to an electric range.When installing an electric range in newconstruction, follow Steps 3 and 5 for 4-wireconnection.You must use a 3-wire, single-phase A.C.208Y/120 Volt or 240/120 Volt, 60 hertzelectrical system.If the electrical service provided does notmeet the above specifications, have alicensed electrician install an approved outlet.ORRatingplate location