Frigidaire FFEC3205LW Installation

ELECTRIC COOKTOP INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

INSTALLATION AND SERVICE MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER.

IMPORTANT: SAVE FOR LOCAL ELECTRICAL INSPECTOR'S USE.

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

WARNING

FOR YOUR SAFETY: Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in

the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

Cooktop Dimensions

Cooktop Cutout Dimensions

30" Min. *

(76.2 cm)

IMPORTANT INSTALLATION-INFORMATION

• All electric cooktops run off a single phase, three-wire or four-wire cable, 240/208 volt, 60 hertz, AC only electrical supply with ground.

• Please note minimum distances between cooktop and adjacent and overhead cabinetry is 30" (76.2 cm).

* 30" (76.2 cm) min. for unprotected cabinet

24" (61 cm) min. for protected surface

Figure 1

CUTOUT DIMENSIONS

MODEL A. LENGTH B. WIDTH C. DEPTH D. LENGTH E. WIDTH F. DEPTH BELOW

26" Coil Elements 25 ¾ (65.4) 21 30" Ceramic-Glass 30 ¾ (78.1) 21 30" Coil Elements 30 (76.2) 21 ½ (54.6) 3 (7.6) 26 ¾ (67.9) 28 ¼ (71.8) 19 32" Ceramic-Glass 32 ¼ (81.9) 20 ¼ (51.4) 3 ¾ (9.5) 31 (78.7) 31 ¼ (79.4) 19 (48.3) 19 ¼ (48.9) 5 ¾ (14.6) 32" Coil Elements 32 ¼ (81.9) 20 ¼ (51.4) 3 ¾ (9.5) 31 (78.7) 31 ¼ (79.4) 19 (48.3) 19 ¼ (48.9) 5 ¾ (14.6) 36" Ceramic-Glass 36 ¾ (93.3) 21 36" Coil Elements 36 (91.4) 18 (45.7) 3

(36"X18"model)

36" Coil Elements 36 (91.4) 21 ½ (54.6) 3 (7.6) 32 ¾ (83.2) 34 ¼ (87) 19 (48.3) 20 (50.8) 5 (12.7) (36"X211/2"model)

16 (54.8) 3 ½ (8.9) 25 (63.5) 25 (63.5) 20 ½ (52.1) 20 ½ (52.1) 5 ½ (14)

8 (54.3) 3 ¼ (8.3) 29

8 (54.3) 3 ¼ (8.3) 35

8 (9.8) 34 ¼ (87) 34

All dimensions are in inches (cm). Only some models are available in Canada. * Allow 2" (5 cm) space below cooktop to clear the electric cable and allow for installation of the junction box on the wall at the

back of the cooktop.

Printed in United States P/N 318201426 (0810) Rev. B

MIN. MAX. MIN. MAX. COOKTOP*

8 (75.2) 29

8 (90.5) 36

8 (75.9) 20 ¼ (51.4) 20 ½ (52.1) 5 (12.7)

8 (91.8) 20 ¼ (51.4) 20 ½ (52) 5 (12.7)

8 (87.3) 16

8 (48.6) 20 (50.8) 5 (12.7)

8 (42.2) 16 ¾ (42.5) 5

8 (14.9)

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ELECTRIC COOKTOP INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Overhead Cabinet Should Not Exceed a Maximum

Depth of 13" (33 cm)

30" (76.2 cm) Min.

Clearance Between the

Top of the Cooking Platform and the Bottom of an Unprotected Wood

or Metal Cabinet

24" (61 cm) Min. when

Bottom of Wood or Metal

Cabinet is Protected by Not

Less Than 1/8" Flame

Retardant Millboard Covered

With Not Less Than No. 28

MGS Sheet Steel, 0.015"

(0.4 mm) Stainless Steel,

0.024" (0.6 mm) Aluminum

or 0.020" (0.5 mm) Copper

2 1/2" (6.4 cm) Min.

From Edge of Cutout

to Front Edge of

Countertop

18"

(45.7 cm)

H Min.

Recommended

Distance Between

Rear Edge of Cutout

and Nearest

Combustible Surface

Above Countertop

Min.

10"

( 25.4 cm)

25" Min.

(63.5 cm Min.)

G Min. From Edge of

Cooktop to Nearest

Combustible Wall (Either Side

of Unit).

Approximate Location

of Junction Box

* Letters on this figure refer to chart on front

page except for G, H and J.

CAUTION

To eliminate the risk

of burns or fire by reaching over heated surfaces, cabinet storage space located above the cooktop should be avoided. If cabinet storage is provided, risk can be reduced by installing a range hood that projects horizontally a minimum of 5" (12.7 cm) beyond the bottom of the cabinets.

Figure 2 – COUNTERTOP CUTOUT OPENING

It is not recommended to use drawer underneath cooktop. Empty space is needed for installation purpose.

12"

(30.5 cm)

MODEL GHJ

26" Coil Elements 3" (7.6 cm) 2" (5.1 cm) 26" (66 cm) 30" Ceramic-Glass 7½" (19.1 cm) 2" (5.1 cm) 30" (76.2 cm) 30" Coil Elements 7½" (19.1 cm) 2¼" (5.7 cm) 30" (76.2 cm) 32" Ceramic-Glass 7½" (19.1 cm) 2" (5.1 cm) 32" (81.3 cm) 32" Coil Elements 7½" (19.1 cm) 2¼" (5.7 cm) 32" (81.3 cm) 36" Ceramic-Glass 7½" (19.1 cm) 2" (5.1 cm) 36" (91.4 cm) 36" Coil Elements 3" (7.6 cm) 3" (7.6 cm) 36" (91.4 cm) (36" X 18") 36" Coil Elements 7½" (19.1 cm) 2¼" (5.7 cm) 36" (91.4 cm)

(36" X 21½")

ELECTRIC COOKTOP INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

Important Notes to the Installer

1. Read all instructions contained in these installation instructions before installing the cooktop.

2. Remove all packing material before connecting the electrical supply to the cooktop.

3. Observe all governing codes and ordinances.

4. Be sure to leave these instructions with the consumer.

Important Note to the Consumer

Keep these instructions with your owner's guide for future reference.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• Be sure your cooktop is installed and grounded

properly by a qualified installer or service technician.

• These cooktops must be electrically grounded in

accordance with local codes or, in their absence, with the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA No. 70—latest edition in the United States, or with CSA Standard C22.1, Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1, in Canada.

An extension cord must not be used with this appliance. Such use may result in a fire, electrical shock, or other personal injury.

2. The appliance should be connected to the fused disconnect (or circuit breaker) box through flexible armored or nonmetallic sheathed cable. The flexible armored cable extending from this appliance should be connected directly to the grounded junction box. The junction box should be located as shown in Figure 2 with as much slack as possible remaining in the cable between the box and the appliance, so it can be moved if servicing is ever necessary.

3. A suitable strain relief must be provided to attach the flexible armored cable to the junction box.

Unpacking Instructions

(Models with Ceramic-Glass Smoothtop Only)

WARNING

must be shut off while line connections are being made. Failure to do so could result in serious injury or death.

The electrical power to the cooktop

Provide Electrical Connection

Install the junction box under the cabinet and run 120/ 240 or 120/208 Volt, AC wire from the main circuit panel. DO NOT connect the wire to the circuit panel at

this time.

Electrical Requirements

Observe all governing codes and local ordinances.

1. A 3-wire or 4-wire single phase 120/240 or 120/208 Volt, 60 Hz AC only electrical supply is required on a separate circuit fused on both sides of the line (timedelay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended). DO NOT fuse neutral. The fuse size must not exceed the circuit rating of the appliance specified on the nameplate.

NOTE: Wire sizes and connections must conform with the fuse size and rating of the appliance in accordance with the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA No. 70– latest edition, or with CSA Standard C22.1, Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1, and local codes and ordinances.

Figure 3

1. Leave corner supports on cooktop until completion of Electrical Connection.

2. Be sure the bottle of cleaner conditioner packed in the literature bag is left where the user can find it easily. It is important that the ceramic-glass smoothtop be pretreated before use.

Electrical Connection

Connect the flexible armored cable that extends from the surface unit to the junction box using a suitable strain relief at the point the armored cable enters the junction box. Then make the electrical connection as follows.

Electrical ground is required on this appliance.

ELECTRIC COOKTOP INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance is equipped with a copper conductor flexible cable. If connection is made to aluminum house wiring, use only special connectors which are approved for joining copper and aluminum wires in accordance with the National Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances.

This appliance is manufactured with a frame connected green (or bare copper) ground wire.

1. If connecting to a 3-wire supply cable (U.S.A. only): If local codes permit connection of the frame grounding conductor to the neutral (white) wire: (The 3-conductor cord or cable must be

replaced with a 4-conductor cord or cable where grounding through the neutral conductor is prohibited in new installations, mobile homes, recreational vehicles or in other areas where local codes do not permit neutral grounding) Connect the green (or bare copper) wire (and the white wire for model with warmer zone) from the appliance cable to the supply cable ground wire (white or bare) inside the junction box. Connect the remaining wires inside the junction box (see Figure 4 or 5) from the power supply cable to the matching colors of the appliance cable wires.

WARNING

Improper connection of aluminum house wiring to copper leads can result in a short circuit or fire. Use only connectors designed for joining copper to aluminum, and follow the manufacturer's recommended procedure closely.

2. If connecting to a 4-wire supply cable (also

mobile homes): The appliance frame must not be

connected to the neutral wire of the 4-wire electrical system. Connect the appliance white wire (if a 4-wire appliance cable is supplied) to the power supply cable white wire. Cap the white wire from the power supply cable if a 3-wire appliance cable is supplied. Connect the remaining wires from the supply cable to the matching color wires from the appliance cable (see Figure 6 or 7). The green (or bare copper) wire must now be used to ground the appliance in accordance with local electrical codes. The green (or bare copper) wire from the power supply cable is grounded inside the house service panel.

Cable from Power Supply

Ground Wire

Red

Wires

White Wire

Black Wires

Cable from Power Supply

Ground Wire

Red

Wires

Ground Wire (Bare or Green Wire)

Cable from appliance

Figure 4 – U.S.A. Only

3-WIRE GROUNDED JUNCTION BOX

Cable from Power Supply

Ground Wire

Red

Wires

Ground Wire (Bare or Green Wire)

Cable from appliance

Figure 5 – U.S.A. Only

Models 36" with Warmer Zone Only

3-WIRE GROUNDED JUNCTION BOX

Black Wires

Junction Box

U.L.-Listed Conduit Connector (or CSA listed)

Black Wires

Junction Box

White Wire

U.L.-Listed Conduit Connector (or CSA listed)

Junction Box

Ground Wire (Bare or Green Wire)

Cable from appliance

U.L.-Listed Conduit Connector (or CSA listed)

Figure 6 – 4-WIRE GROUNDED JUNCTION BOX

Cable from Power Supply

Ground Wire

Red

Wires

Ground Wire (Bare or Green Wire)

Junction Box

Cable from appliance

White Wire

Black Wires

White Wire

U.L.-Listed Conduit Connector (or CSA listed)

Figure 7 – 4-WIRE GROUNDED JUNCTION BOX

Models 36" with Warmer Zone Only

WARNING

DO NOT ground to a gas supply pipe. DO NOT connect to electrical power supply until appliance is permanently grounded. Connect the ground wire before turning on the power.

ELECTRIC COOKTOP INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Cooktop Installation

1. All Ceramic-Glass Cooktops

Visually inspect the cooktop for damage. Also make sure all cooktop screws are tight (see Figure 8).

SCREWS

Figure 8

Set the cooktop into the countertop cutout.

NOTE: Do not use caulking compound; cooktop should be removable for service when needed.

COOKTOP

NYLON SPACER

RETAINER BRACKET

COUNTERTOP

Retainer Brackets Must

Be Installed At Least

1/16" (0.16 cm) BELOW

Countertop

Figure 10

2. Models: 26" and 36" (36" X 18") Coil Elements Cooktops

Set the cooktop into the countertop cutout. Lift the cooktop and fasten the ends of the box to the counter with wood screws (figure 11). Lower the cooktop. Align the knobs on the shafts and press down with even pressure.

COOKTOP

COUNTERTOP

WARNING

Do not remove the nylon spacers on the edges of the cooktop. These spacers center the cooktop in the space provided. The cooktop must be centered to prevent excess heat buildup that may result in heat damage or fire (see Figure 9).

6 NYLON SPACERS

POSITION BRACKETS

ON UNIT CUTOUT

CENTER LINE

2 RETAINER BRACKETS

Figure 9

The retainer brackets MUST be installed, to meet local codes or, in their absence, with the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA No. 70—latest edition, or with CSA Standard C22.1, Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1 (see Figure 10).

SCREW

BURNER BOX

Figure 11

3. Models: 32" Coil Elements Cooktops

1. Place cooktop into countertop opening and center unit in cutout.

2. Remove all surface units and drip bowls.

3. Unit clamp down information. Once unit is installed in counter opening, you must clamp unit down as shown in figure 12.

4. Put back all surface units and drip bowls.

5. Make electrical connections as outlined in "Electrical Connection" section.

ELECTRIC COOKTOP INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Reach down through surface unit openings and install the four hold down retainers with screws as shown. Be certain cooking top is firmly retained to counter top.

COOKTOP

HOLD DOWN RETAINER

BURNER BOX

NYLON SPACER

COUNTERTOP

Figure 12

4. Models: 30" and 36" (36" X 21½") Coil Elements Cooktops

- These cooktops are designed to fit various cutout sizes. The minimum and maximum cutout openings are shown in figure 1.

- If cooktop is to be used in new installation, use minimum cutout dimensions in figure 1.

- Attach cooktop to cabinet using wood screws through holes in vertical walls of burner box.

- If cooktop is to be installed as a replacement

in an existing countertop opening (not exceeding maximum cutout dimensions as shown in figure 1), the following steps must be taken:

1. Insert 4 screws and installation spacers through

holes in vertical walls of burner box (see figure

13).

2. Place cooktop into countertop opening and

center unit in cutout.

BURNER BOX

SPACER

To clamp down, insert bracket with offset side of angle into slot on each side of unit. The screw should then be run through bracket and against bottom of counter. Tighten until draws down.

COOKTOP

HOLD DOWN RETAINER

BURNER BOX

COUNTERTOP

SCREW

Figure 14

Checking Operation

Refer to the Owner's Guide for operation.

CAUTION

Do not touch cooktop glass or elements.

They may be hot enough to burn.

Model and Serial Number Location

The serial plate is located under the cooktop or in the burner box and can be seen by lifting up the main top of unit.

When ordering parts for or making inquires about your cooktop, always be sure to include the model and serial numbers and a lot number or letter from the serial plate on your cooktop.

Before You Call for Service

Read the Avoid Service Checklist and operating instructions in your Owner's Guide. It may save you time and expense. The list includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this appliance.

SCREW

Figure 13

3. Tighten each screw finger tight or until spacers

are snug against burner box walls.

4. Prior to tightening installation screws, exert

downward pressure on burner box to assure flanges on burner box rest firmly on counter. Tighten all screws evenly.

5. Unit clamp down information. Once unit is

installed in counter opening, you must clamp unit down as shown in figure 14.

6. Make electrical connections as outlined in

"Electrical Connection" Section.

Refer to the warranty in your Owner's Guide for our service phone number and address. Please call or write if you have inquiries about your product and/or need to order parts.

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