GE JDP39, JDS28, 131-10595-2 1-07 JR User Manual

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31-10595-2 1-07 JR

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions carefully and
completely.

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IMPORTANT — Save these

instructions for local inspector’s use.

•

IMPORTANT — Observe all

governing codes and ordinances.

• Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these
instructions with the consumer.

• Note to Consumer – Keep these instructions
for future reference.

• Proper installation is the responsibility of the
installer and product failure due to improper
installation is NOT covered under the warranty.

• NOTE – This appliance must be properly
grounded.

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ATTENTION INSTALLER

All electric drop-in ranges must be hard wired
(direct wired) into an approved junction box.
A plug and receptacle is NOT permitted on
these products

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Electric
Drop-In Range

Installation
Instructions

JDS28, JDP39

MATERIALS NEEDED

Junction Box

Wire NutsStrain Relief Clamp

for 1/2” conduit

PARTS INCLUDED

Lower Trim
2 Screws

2 Shoulder Screws
(for stop device)

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

1/8” Drill Bit and
Electric or Hand Drill

Phillips Screwdriver

Nut Driver

Level

Tape Measure

Straight Edge
or Square

Hand or Sabre Saw

Standard Screwdriver

Pencil

Safety Glasses

Hammer

Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: ge.com

FOR YOUR SAFETY

WARNING: For personal safety,

remove house fuse or open circuit breaker
before beginning installation. Failure to do
so could result in serious injury or death.

• All rough-in and spacing dimensions must be
met for safe use of your range.

• To reduce the risk of burns or fire when
reaching over hot surface elements, cabinet
storage space above the cooktop should be
avoided. If cabinet storage space is to be
provided above the cooktop, the risk can
be reduced by installing a range hood that
protrudes at least 5” beyond the front of
the cabinets. Cabinets installed above the
cooktop must be no deeper than 13”.

• Be sure your appliance is properly installed
and grounded by a qualified technician.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

This appliance must be supplied with the
proper voltage and frequency, and connected
to an individual, properly grounded branch
circuit, protected by a circuit breaker or fuse
having amperage as noted on rating plate.
(Rating Plate is located behind the oven
door on the range.)

We recommend you have the electrical wiring
and hookup of your range connected by a
qualified electrician. After installation, have
the electrician show you where your main
range disconnect is located.

Check with your local utilities for electrical
codes which apply in your area. Failure to
wire your range according to governing codes
could result in a hazardous condition. If there
are no local codes, your range must be wired
and fused to meet the requirements of the
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70—
Latest Edition. You can get a copy by writing:

National Fire Protection Association
Batterymarch Park
Quincy, MA 02269

Effective January 1, 1996, the National
Electrical Code requires that new, but not
existing, construction utilize a four-conductor
connection to an electric range. When
installing an electric range in new construction,
a mobile home, recreational vehicle or an area
where local codes prohibit grounding through
the neutral conductor, follow the instructions
in the section on NEW CONSTRUCTION
AND FOUR-CONDUCTOR BRANCH CIRCUIT
CONNECTION.

You must use a three-wire, single-phase A.C.
208Y/120 Volt or 240/120 Volt, 60 hertz electrical
system. If you connect to aluminum wiring,
properly installed connectors approved for
use with aluminum wiring must be used.

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Installation Instructions

Rating
plate location

• Place hands on both sides of
the door, and close the oven
door to the removal position.
This is half way between the
broil stop and fully closed.

• Lift door up
and out until the
hinge arms clear
the slots.

NOTE: The oven door is very heavy. Be sure
you have a firm grip before lifting the oven
door off the hinges. Use caution once the door
is removed. Do not lay the door on its handle.
This could cause dents or scratches.

• Remove packing materials. Remove labels
on door, plastic on trims and panel, and
all tape around the range.

Door removal is not a requirement for
installation of the product, but is an added
convenience. To remove the door:

• Open the oven door as far as it will go.

• Push both hinge

locks down toward
the door frame,
to the unlocked
position. This may
require a flat blade
screwdriver.

PRE-INSTALLATION CHECKLIST

Hinge
unlocked
position

Hinge
slot

Hinge
arm

DO NOT LIFT THE DOOR

BY THE HANDLE!

• Move Range Indoors In Front of Cabinet
Opening

• Protect the kitchen floor! Flatten and place
a piece of the shipping carton in front of the
installation location to protect the flooring.

• Inspect Installation Location

Inspect cutout dimensions and location
of electrical junction box to be sure it fits
within the layout location. See page 4.
Refer to alternate construction section for
the following non-standard installations.

a. Counter opening extends to the wall:

Maintop Filler Kit (JXS66XX), or
Backguard Kit (JXS32XX).

WARNING: If you do not use these kits,
the anti-tip bracket must fit under an
attachment to the wall that can withstand
a force of 200 lbs. in the upward direction.
See Step 1 under INSTALL THE RANGE.

b. Island Installation:

To provide an optimum installation, the
top surface of the countertop must be
level and flat (lie on the same plane)
around the 3 sides that are adjacent to
range cooktop. Proper adjustments to
make the top flat should be made or
gaps between the countertop and range
cooktop may occur. Forcing the cooktop
to fit may cause excessive gaps.

To obtain Kits:

a. Visit GE Web Site (See page 1)
b. Call GE Answer Center (See page 1)
c. Contact Dealer

Hinge clears slot

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Installation Instructions

PRE-INSTALLATION CUTOUT AND REQUIRED CLEARANCES

If cabinets are placed less than
30” min. above the range, see
alternate construction.

30” ranges conform to U.L.
requirements for 0” spacing
from vertical walls below
countertops. Allow 1/4”
minimum clearance at the
back wall above the countertop.

Wall coverings, counters and
cabinets around range must
withstand heat (up to 200°F)
generated by the range.

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NOTE: Drop-In Ranges are designed to
hang from the countertop only. Do not
install on a platform or support rails.

Installation Instructions

The Standard Installation of this Drop-In Range
is to hang by the countertop on the side metal
flanges under cooktop. This Range must not

be installed on a base or sub structure
(2”x 4” support).

If the construction of your cabinet cannot
provide a 1/4” flat area at the back of the
countertop opening, consider changing the
countertop to accommodate this dimension.

Center the 30” wide opening over the
adjacent cabinets and mark with a straight
edge.

Using a straight edge, mark the back line
at 23-3/16” from the front edge of the
counter.

Be careful not to damage the adjacent
cabinets while cutting the countertop.

Remove countertop raised edge, if
incorporated. (See illustration on page 4.)

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PREPARE TO INSTALL THE RANGE

STANDARD INSTALLATION

Wall

1/4” min.

flat

23-3/16”

9/16” min.

flat

9/16” min.

flat

29-15/16”– 30-1/16”

smooth cut

25”

typically

1/4”

R

Flat

area

Countertop

Range support

Braces secured between the
underside of the countertop and
the cabinet if required to obtain
1-1/4” minimum thickness (two
sides)

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