GE PB970BMBB Installation Instructions Manual

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4Installation InstructionsELECTRICAL CONNECTIONSYou 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.Use only a 3-conductor or a 4-conductorUL-listed range cord. These cords may beprovided with ring terminals on wire anda strain relief device.A range cord rated at 40 amps with 125/250minimum volt range is required. A 50 amprange cord is not recommended but if used,it should be marked for use with nominal13⁄8″ diameter connection openings. Careshould be taken to center the cable andstrain relief within the knockout hole to keepthe edge from damaging the cable.• Because range terminals are not accessibleafter range is in position, flexible serviceconduit or cord must be used.NOTE: If conduit is being used, go to Step 3Dand then to Step 6 or 7.• On some models, a filter capacitor may beconnected between the black and whiteleads on the junction block.ALL NEW CONSTRUCTIONS,MOBILE HOMES ANDINSTALLATIONS WHERELOCAL CODES DO NOTALLOW GROUNDINGTHROUGH NEUTRAL,REQUIRE A 4-CONDUCTORUL-LISTED RANGE CORD.ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTSCAUTION: For personal safety,do not use an extension cord with thisappliance. Remove house fuse or open circuitbreaker 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 on the lefthand side of the lower oven front 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 new construction(not existing) utilize a 4-conductor connectionto an electric range.When installing an electric range in newconstruction, follow Steps 3 and 5 for 4-wireconnection.Location ofmodel ratingplate