GE PB978STSS Installation Instructions Manual

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9 LEVEL THE RANGEWARNING: Never completely remove the leveling legas the range will not be secured to the anti-tip device properly.MODELS WITH STORAGE DRAWER OR KICK PANELSA Plug in unit and slide into place. Pull drawer out until it stops.B Lift front of drawer until the stops clear the guide. Remove the drawer.C Install the oven shelves in the oven and position the range whereit will be installed.D Check for levelness by placing a spirit level on one of the oven shelves.Take two readings—with the level placed diagonally firstin one direction and then the other.E The front leveling legs can be adjusted from the bottomand the rear legs can be adjusted from the top or the bottom.F Use an adjustable wrench to adjust the leveling legs untilthe range is level.BEFORE YOU BEGINRead these instructions completely andcarefully.• IMPORTANT — Save these instructionsfor local inspector’s use.• IMPORTANT — Observe allgoverning codes and ordinances.• Note to Installer – Be sure to leave theseinstructions with consumer.• Note to consumer – Keep theseinstructions for future reference.• Skill level – Installation of this appliancerequires a qualified installer or electrician.• Proper installation is the responsibility of theinstaller.• Product failure due to improper installation isnot covered under warranty.FOR YOUR SAFETY: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: www.GEAppliances.com. (In Canada, www.GEAppliances.ca.)Installation InstructionsFree-Standing Electric RangesMATERIALS YOU MAY NEED TOOLS YOU WILL NEED(UL Listed 40 AMP)4-Wire Cord 4’ long OR3-Wire Cord 4’ longSqueeze Connector(For ConduitInstallations Only)1 REMOVE PACKAGING MATERIALS: Failure to remove packaging materials couldresult in damage to the appliance. Remove all packing parts from oven, racks, heating elementsand drawer. Also, remove protective film and labels on the outer door, cooktop and control panel.Drill with 1/8” BitSafety GlassesAdjustable WrenchLevelTin SnipsTape MeasurePliers1/4” Nut Driver• 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 therange 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 burnsto children or adults.Tip-Over HazardWARNINGQuestions? Call 1.800.GE.CARES (1.800.432.2737) or visit www.GEAppliances.comIn Canada, call 1.800. 561.3344 or visit www.GEAppliances.caWARNING — Before beginningthe installation, switch power off at servicepanel and lock the service disconnectingmeans to prevent power from beingswitched on accidentally. When the servicedisconnecting means cannot be locked,securely fasten a prominent warning device,such as a tag, to the service panel.2 PREPARE THE OPENING (FOR INDOOR USE ONLY)See illustrations for all rough-in and spacing dimensions. The range may be placed with 0”clearance (flush) at the back wall and side walls of the cabinet.21⁄2”2 1⁄2”7 1⁄ 2”25”47”253⁄8”7”141⁄2”On models with bakingor warming drawers,electrical outlet must notbe in this area.31⁄4”31⁄4”73⁄4”231⁄2”47”297⁄8”253⁄8”45”36”SINGLE OVEN DOUBLE OVENANOTE CBACBothSidesNOTE: Use a 4’ power cord to prevent interferencewith the storage drawer. Power cords 41⁄ 2’ to 6’ longmay have to be dressed to allow for proper drawerclosing.MINIMUM DIMENSIONS BETWEEN COOKTOP,WALLS AND ABOVE THE COOKTOP:A. Make sure the wall covering, countertop, flooringand cabinets around the range can withstand theheat (up to 200°F) generated by the range.B. Allow 30” minimum clearance between surfaceunits and bottom of unprotected wood or metalcabinet, or allow a 24” minimum when bottomof wood or metal cabinet is protected by no lessthan 1/4” thick flame retardant millboard coveredwith not less than No 28 MSG sheet metal, (.015”),.015” thick stainless steel, .024”aluminum or .020” copper.Acceptable electrical outlet area.Orient electrical receptacle so thelength is parallel to floor.* GE-branded models have controlpanels 307⁄ 8” wide.30”475⁄8”30”C. This appliance has been approved for 0” spacing to adjacent surfaces above the cooktop. However,a 6” minimum spacing to surfaces less than 15” above the cooktop and adjacentcabinet is recommended to reduce exposure to steam, grease splatter and heat.To reduce the risk of burns or fire when reaching over hot surface elements, cabinet storage spaceabove the cooktop should be avoided. If cabinet storage space is to be provided abovethe cooktop, the risk can be reduced by installing a range hood that projects at least 5” beyondthe front of the cabinets. Cabinets installed above the cooktop must be no deeper than 13”.297⁄ 8”**3 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTSWARNING: This appliance must be properly grounded.WARNING: All new constructions, mobile homes, recreational vehicles and installations wherelocal codes do not allow grounding through neutral, require a 4-conductor UL-listed range cord.WARNING: To prevent fire or shock, do not use an extension cord with this appliance.WARNING: To prevent shock, remove house fuse or open circuit breaker beforebeginning installation.We recommend you have the electrical wiring and hookup of your range connected by a qualifiedelectrician. After installation, have the electrician show you how to disconnect power from the range.You must use a single-phase, 120/208 VAC or 120/240 VAC, 60 hertz electrical system. If you connectto aluminum wiring, properly installed connectors approved for use with aluminum wiring must beused.Effective January 1, 1996, the National Electrical Code requires that new construction (notexisting) utilize a 4-conductor connection to an electric range. When installing an electric rangein new construction, mobile home, recreational vehicle, or an area where local codes prohibitgrounding through the neutral conductor, refer to the section on four-conductor branch circuitconnections.Check with your local utilities for electrical codes which apply in your area. Failure to wire your ovenaccording to governing codes could result in a hazardous condition. If there are no local codes, youroven must be wired and fused to meet the National Electrical Code, NFPA No.70 – latest edition, available from the National Fire Protection Association.This appliance must be supplied with the proper voltage and frequency, and connected to anindividual, properly grounded, 40 amp (minimum) branch circuit protected by a circuit breakeror time-delay fuse.Use only a 3-conductor or a 4-conductor UL-listed range cord. These cords may be provided with ringterminals on wire and a strain relief device.A range cord rated at 40 amps with 125/250 minimum volt range is required. A 50 amp range cordis not recommended but if used, it should be marked for use with nominal 13⁄ 8” diameter connectionopenings. Care should be taken to center the cable and strain relief within theknockout hole to keep the edge from damaging the cable.The rating plate is located on the oven frame or on the side of the drawer frame.Rating plateSINGLE OVENRating plateDOUBLE OVEN4 POWER CORD AND CONDUIT INSTALLATIONA Remove wire cover (on the back of range) by removing screws using a 1/4” nut driver. You canaccess the terminal block by either removing a terminal block cover (on some models) or thewire cover. Do not discard these screws.B For power cord and 1” conduit only, remove theknockout ring (13⁄ 8”) located on bracket directlybelow the terminal block. To remove theknockout, use a pair of pliers to bend theknockout ring away from the bracket andtwist until ring is removed.D For 3/4” conduit installations only, purchase a squeeze connector matching the diameterof your conduit and assemble it in the hole. Insert the conduit through the squeeze connectorand tighten. Allow enough slack to easily attach the wires to the terminal block.NOTE: Do not install theconduit without a squeeze connector. The squeeze connector MUST be installed before reinstallingthe rear range wiring cover.Wire cover5 screws toremove wirecoverRetainingtabsBack of rangeTerminal block coverScrew toremoveterminalblock coverBack of rangeKnockoutring inbracketKnockout ringremovedTerminal block(appearancemay vary)C For power cord installations only(see the next step if using conduit),assemble the strain relief in the hole. Insertthe power cord through the strain reliefand tighten. Allow enough slackto easily attach the cord terminals tothe terminal block. If tabs are present atthe end of the winged strain relief, theycan be removed for better fit.NOTE: Do not install the power cord without astrain relief. The strain relief bracket MUST beinstalled beforereinstalling the rear range wiring cover.Power cordStrain reliefTerminalblockBracketSqueezeconnector Terminal blockConduit BracketProceed to step 5 or 6.Wire tipsTerminalblockConduit5 3-WIRE INSTALLATIONWARNING: The neutral or ground wire of the power cord must be connectedto the neutral terminal located in the center of the terminal block and the ground strap must connect theneutral terminal to the ground plate. The power leads must be connected to the lower left and the lower rightterminals of the terminal block.DO NOT remove the ground strap connection.FOR POWER CORD INSTALLATIONA. Remove the 3 lower terminal screws from the terminal block.B. Insert the 3 terminal screws through each power cord terminal ring and into the lowerterminals of the terminal block. Be certain that the center wire (white/neutral)is connected to the center lower position of the terminal block.C. Tighten screws securely into the terminal block.FOR CONDUIT INSTALLATIONA. Loosen the 3 lower terminal screws on the terminal block. Strip wire to exposed tip about 5/8” long.B. Insert the center (white/neutral) wire tip through the bottom center terminal block opening.On certain models, the wire will need to be inserted through the ground strap openingand then into the bottom center block opening. Insert the two side bare wire tips intothe lower left and the lower right terminal block openings.C. Tighten the screws until the wire is firmly secured (35 to 50 inch-lbs.).Do not over-tightenthe screws.NOTE: ALUMINUM WIRING: Aluminum building wire may be used but it must be ratedfor the correct amperage and voltage.PROCEED TO STEP 7.Ground strapTerminal block(appearancemay vary)Neutral terminalPower cordGroundplatePower Cord Conduit31-1081608-11 GE6 4-WIRE INSTALLATIONWARNING: The neutral wire of the supply circuit must be connected to the neutral terminallocated in the lower center of the terminal block. The power leads must be connected to the lower left and thelower right terminals of the terminal block. The grounding lead must be connected to the frame of the range withthe ground plate and the green ground screw.FOR POWER CORD INSTALLATIONA. Remove the 3 lower terminal screws from the terminal block. Remove the ground screw and groundplate and retain them. Cut and discard the ground strap. DONOT DISCARD ANY SCREWS.B. Insert the one ground screw into the power cord ground wire terminal ring, through the ground plateand into the frame of the range.C. Insert the 3 terminal screws (removed earlier) through each power cord terminal ring and into the lowerterminals of the terminal block. Be certain that the center wire (white/neutral) is connected to the center lowerposition of the terminal block. Tighten screws securely into the terminal block.FOR CONDUIT INSTALLATIONA. Loosen the 3 lower terminal screws on the terminal block. Remove the ground screw and ground plate andretain them. Cut and discard the ground strap.DO NOT DISCARD ANY SCREWS. Strip wire to exposed tipabout 5/8” long.B. Insert the ground bare wire tip between the range frame and the ground plate (removed earlier)and secure it in place with the ground screw (removed earlier). Insert the bare wire (white/neutral) tip throughthe bottom center of the terminal block opening. Insert the two side bare wire tips into the lower left and thelower right terminal block openings.C. Tighten the screws until the wire is firmly secured (35 to 50 inch-lbs.).Do not over-tighten the screws.NOTE: ALUMINUM WIRING: Aluminum building wire may be used but it must be ratedfor the correct amperage and voltage.Before–Power Cord and ConduitTerminalblockTerminalblockNeutralterminalNeutralterminalGroundstrapGround plate(grounding torange)GroundscrewGround straporAfter–ConduitTerminalblockGroundplate(groundingto range)WiretipsGround screwAfter–Power Cord7 REPLACE THE WIRE COVERReplace wire cover on range back by sliding its left edge under the retaining tabs and replace thescrews removed earlier. Make sure that no wires are pinched between cover and range back.Wire cover5 screws toremove wirecoverRetainingtabsBack of rangeTerminalblock coverScrew toremoveterminalblock coverBack of range8 ANTI-TIP DEVICE INSTALLATION To reduce the risk of tipping the range, therange must be secured by a properly installedanti-tip bracket. See installation instructionsshipped with the bracket for complete detailsbefore attempting to install.To check if the bracket is installed andengaged properly, look underneath the rangeto see that the rear leveling leg is engagedin the bracket. On some models, the storagedrawer or kick panel can be removed foreasier inspection. If visual inspection is notpossible, slide the range forward, confirm the anti-tip bracket is securely attached to the floor or wall, andslide the range back so the leveling leg is under the anti-tip bracket. If the range is pulled from the wall forany reason, always repeat this procedure to verify the range is properly secured by the anti-tip bracket.Never completely remove the leveling legs or the range will not be secured to the anti-tip bracket.• 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 therange 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 burnsto children or adults.Tip-Over HazardWARNINGStop10 FINAL INSTALLATION CHECKLIST• 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.• Check that all packing materials and tape have been removed. This will include tape on metal panel undercontrol knobs (if applicable), adhesive tape, wire ties, cardboard and protective plastic. Failure to removethese materials could result in damage to the appliance once the appliance has been turned on andsurfaces have heated.• Check that the door and drawer are parallel to each other and that both operate smoothly. If theydo not, see the Owner’s Manual for proper replacement.• Check to make sure that the rear leveling leg is fully inserted into the Anti-Tip bracket and that the bracketis securely installed.OPERATION CHECKLIST• Turn on one of the surface units to observe that the element glows within 60 seconds. Turn the unitoff when glow is detected. If the glow is not detected within the time limit, recheck the range wiringconnections. If change is required, retest again. If no change is required, have building wiring checked forproper connections and voltage.• Check that the Clock (on models so equipped) display is energized. If a series of horizontal redlines appear in the display, disconnect power immediately. Recheck the range wiring connections.If change is made to connections, retest again. If no change is required, have building wiring checked forproper connections and voltage. It is recommended that the clock be changed if the red lines appear.• Be sure all range controls are in the OFF position before leaving the range.9 LEVEL THE RANGE (CONT.)G Position cord so that it does not interfere with drawer.Place drawer rail on guides. Push the drawer in until it stops.H Lift front of drawer and push in until the stops clearthe guides.I Lower the front of the drawer and push in until it closes.MODELS WITH BAKING, WARMING DRAWERS OR DOUBLE OVENA Plug in the unit.B Measure the height of your countertop at the rear of the opening (X).C Adjust two rear leveling legs so that the rear of cooktop is at the same heightas the counter (Y).D Slide unit into place.E Install oven shelves in the oven and position the range where it will be installed.F Check for levelness by placing a spirit level on one of the oven shelves.Take two readings—with the level placed diagonally first in one directionand then the other.G Adjust front leveling legs until the range is level.XY3”4”LeglevelerLowerrangeRaiserangeSpirit levelAnti-Tip BracketKit Included

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