GE C2S985SET7SS Installation Guide

Installation Instructions
Range

Questions? call 1.800.GE.CARES (1.800.432.2737) or visit www.GEAppliances.com

IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF
MASSACHUSETTS

[] This product must be installed by a licensed

plumber or gas fitter.

[AWARNINGi

FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD

If the information in this manual is not followed
exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing

property damage, personal injury or death.
Installation must be performed by a qualified

installer.
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
Installation of this range must conform with

local codes, or in the absence of local codes,
with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/
NFPA.S4,latest edition. In Canada, installation
must conform with the current Natural Gas
Installation Code, CAN/CGA-B149.1 or the current

Propane Installation Code, CAN/CGA-B149.2, and
with local codes where applicable. This range
has been design-certified by CSAInternational
according to ANSI Z21.1, latest edition and
Canadian Gas Association according to CAN/

CGA-I.1 latest edition.

[] When using ball type gas shut-off valves, they

shall be the T-handle type.

[] A flexible gas connector, when used, must not

exceed 3 feet.

When installing a gas appliance the use of old
flexible connectors can cause gas leaks and

personal injury. Always use a NEW flexible

connector.

Leak testing of the appliance shall be conducted

according to the manufacturer instructions.
The range must be electrically grounded in

accordance with local codes or, in the absence
of local codes, in accordance with the National

Electrical Code (ANSI/NFPA70, latest edition).
In Canada, electrical grounding must be in

accordance with the current CSAC22.1 Canadian

Electrical Code Part Z and/or local codes. See
Electrical Connections in this section.

Do not install this product with an air curtain
hood or other range hood that operates by

blowing air down on the cooktop. This airflow
may interfere with operation of the gas burners

resulting in fire or explosion hazard.

FOR YOUR SAFETY:

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 the
range 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 burns
to children or adults.

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.)

Tip-Over Hazard

Kit Included

Anti-TipBracket

[IkWARNING] Beforebeginning

theinstallation,switchpower offat
servicepaneland locktheservice
disconnectingmeans to preventpower
frombeingswitchedon occidentally.
When theservicedisconnectingmeans
cannotbe locked,securelyfasteno

prominentwarningdevice,such aso

tog,totheservicepanel.

ACAUTION - Only the GE Caf@ branded over-the-range oven above a GE Caf@ range

series of Advantium® or microwave over-
the-range ovens are designed to be installed cause burns.

above the GE Caf@ range. Surfaces above a gas

range can become hot. Installation of any other

may result in surface temperatures that can

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

Phillips

screwdriver

Open-end or

Flat-blade

screwdriver

Penciland ruler

Pipewrenches(2)

(onefor backup)

1/4" NutDriver

TapeMeasure

TinSnips

adjustable wrench

Drill,awl or nail

Drillwith 1/8"Bit

Safety Glasses

Level

Pliers

MATERIALS YOU MAY NEED

[] Gas line shut-off valve
[] Pipejoint sealant or UL-approved pipe thread

tape with Teflon* that resists action of natural

and LP gases

[] Flexible metal appliance connector (1/2" I.D.).

A 5-foot length is recommended for ease of

installation but other lengths are acceptable.
Never use an old connector when installing a
new range.

[] Flare union adapter for connection to gas

supply line (3/4" or 1/2" NPTx 1/2" I.D.)

[] Hare union adapter for connection to pressure

regulator on range (1/2" NPT x 2/2" I.D.)

[] Liquid leak detector or

soapy water.

[] Squeeze Connector

(ForConduit Installations Only)

8-Wire Cord 8' long OR

[] (ULListed 80 AMP)

3-Wire Cord 4' long

*Teflon: Registered trademark of DuPont

BEFORE YOU BEGIN
IMPORTANT -- Save these instructions for

local inspector's use.

IM PORTANT -- Observe all governing

codes and ordinances.

IM PORTANT -- Remove all packing

material and literature from oven before
connecting gas and electrical supply to range.

IMPORTANT -- To avoiddamage toyour

cabinets,checkwithyour builderorcabinet
suppliertomake surethatthematerialsusedwill

notdiscolor,delaminateorsustainotherdamage.
Thisoven hasbeen designedinaccordancewith

therequirementsofUL and CSA International

and complies with the maximum allowable wood
cabinet temperatures of 194% (90°C).

Note to Installer i Be sure to leave these
instructions with consumer.

Note to consumer i Keep these instructions for
future reference.

Servicer i The electrical diagram is in an
envelope attached to the back of the range.

Proper installation is the responsibility of the
installer.

Product failure due to improper installation is not
covered under warranty.

Before installing your range on linoleum or any

other synthetic floor covering, make sure the
floor covering can withstand 180°F without
shrinking, warping or discoloring. Do not install
the range over carpeting unless a sheet of 1/4"
thick plywood or similar insulator is placed

between the range and carpeting.

Mobile Home - Additional Installation

Requirements
The installation of this range must conform to

the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety

Standard, Title 24 CFR,Part 3280 (formerly the

Federal Standard for Mobile Home Construction

and Saftey, Title 24, HUD Part 280). When such
standard is not applicable, use the Standard for

Manufactured Home Installations, ANSI A225.1/

NFPA501A or with local codes.

In Canada, the installation of this range must

conform with the current standards CAN/CSA-
A240-1atest edition, or with local codes.

When this range is installed in a mobile home, it

must be secured to the floor during transit. Any

method of securing the range is adequate as

long as it conforms to the standards listed above.

DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES

Provide adequate clearances between the
range and adjacent combustible surfaces. These

dimensions must be met for safe use of your

range.

Allow 30" (76.2 cm) minimum clearance between

burners and bottom of unprotected wood or
metal cabinet, or allow a 24" 161cm) minimum

when bottom of wood or metal cabinet is

protected by no less than 2/4" (6.4 mm) thick

flame-retardant millboard covered with no less
than No. 28 MSGsheet metal (.015" [.38 mm]

........ _ ................. 30 ............... "_-29 Y"

*41Xz"

*Height to backguard based on
Caf6 style backguard kit installed.

thick), .015" (.38mm) thick stainless steel, .025"
(0.64 mm) aluminum or .020" (0.5mm) copper.

Installation of a listed microwave oven or

cooking appliance over the cooktop shall
conform to the installation instructions packed
with that appliance.

For island installation, maintain 2-2/2" minimum
from cutout to back edge of countertop and
3" minimum from cutout to side edges of

countertop.

Depth with door closed

p._ (includes door handle]

DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES (CONT.)

GAS PiPE AND ELECTRICAL OUTLET LOCATIONS

If the countertop has a
raised edge, shave the
raised edge to clear
the control panel as

shown below.

Recommended area
for through-the-Wall

connection of
and shut-off valve.

Recommended acceptable

Recommended area
for through-the-floor

connection of pipe
stub and shut-off valve.

electrical outlet area. Orient
the electrical receptacle so the
length is parallel to the floor.

[_,CAUTION JTo prevent drafts from affecting burner operation, seal all openings in floor

under appliance and behind appliance wall.

Depth with door open: _\\

M,n mumto1II1 --i

cabinetson l|_
eitherside H A

ofthe range 1}__T 30"

Hin h.num-'_/Minimum

18",

clearance |

toleft wall

Tocabinets
belowcooktop

andat the -_ -0"
rangeback

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46L" \

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._t-- 6"

Minimum
clearance to

right wall

depth for

cabinets above

Maximum J_

countertops

1/4"

Tocabinets

belowcooktop
andat the

rangeback

CONVERTING TO LP GAS
(OR CONVERTING BACK TO

NATURAL GAS FROM LP)

This range leaves the factory set for use with
natural gas. If you want to convert to LP
gas, the conversion must be performed by a
qualified LP gas installer.

The conversion orifices and instructions can be
found on back of the range.

Keep these instructions and all orifices in case
you want to convert back to natural gas.

Orifice Box
(location

may vary) \

Reor of Range

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r_ ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
AWARNING: This appliance must be

properly grounded.
AWARNIN G: All new constructions, mobile

homes, recreational vehicles and installations where
local codes do not allow grounding through neutral,
require a 4-conductor UL-listed range cord.

AWARNING: TOprevent fire or shock, do

not use an extension cord with this appliance.

AWARN ING: Toprevent shock,remove

house fuse or open circuit breaker before
beginning installation.

We recommend you have the electrical wiring
and hookup of your range connected by a
qualified electrician. 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. Ifyou
connect to aluminum wiring, properly installed
connectors approved for use with aluminum
wiring must be used.

Effective January 1,1996, the National Electrical
Code requires that new construction (not
existing) utilize a 4-conductor connection to an
electric range. When installing an electric range
in new construction, mobile home, recreational
vehicle, or an area where local codes prohibit
grounding through the neutral conductor, refer to

the section on four-conductor branch circuit
connections.

Checkwith your localutilities for electricalcodes
whichapplyin your area.Failuretowire your
ovenaccording to governingcodescould result

in a hazardous condition. If there are no local
codes, your oven must be wired and fused to

meet the National Electrical Code, NFPA No.
70 i latest edition, available from the National

Fire Protection Association.
This appliance must be supplied with the proper

voltage and frequency, and connected to an
individual, properly grounded, 40 amp (minimum)
branch circuit protected by a circuit breaker
or time-delay fuse.

Use only a 3-conductor or a 4-conductor
UL-listed range cord. These cords may be
provided with ring terminals 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
cord is not recommended but if used, it should

be marked for use with nominal 1_" diameter
connection openings. Care should be taken to
center the cable and strain relief within the

knockout 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.

Note: Use of automatic, wireless or wired external
switches that shut off power to the appliances,
are not recommended for this product.

SINGLE OVEN

Ratingplate

[_] POWER CORD AND CONDUIT INSTALLATION

r_ Access the terminal block by removing range

wire cover screws using a 1/4" nut driver.
Do not discard these screws.

@

Forpower cord and 1"conduit on)y,remove
the knockout ring (lS/j ') located on bracket

directly below the terminal block. To
remove the knockout, use a pair of pliers
to bend the knockout ring away from the
bracket and twist until ring is removed.

Backof

Retaining

tabs

Wire cover

Terminal block
(appearance

may vary)

Knockout
ringin {_'

bracket /

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For power cord installations only (see the
next step if using conduit), assemble the
strain relief in the hole. Insert the power
cord through the strain relief and tighten.
Allow enough slack to easily attach the

cord terminals to the terminal block. If
tabs are present at the end of the winged

strain relief, they can be removed for
better fit.

NOTE:Do not install the power cord
without a strain relief. The strain relief

bracket MUSTbe installed before
reinstalling the rear range wiring cover.

Knockout ring _")
removed "___

5 screws to
cover

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For 3/4" conduit installations only, purchase
a squeeze connector matching the diameter
ofyour conduit and assemble it in the hole.
Insert the conduit through the squeeze
connector and tighten.Allow enough slack
to easilyattach the wires to the terminal

block. NOTE:Donot install the conduit
without a squeeze connector. The

squeeze connector IvlUSTbeinstalled
before reinstalling the rear range wiring

cover.

PROCEED TO STEP 3 or 4

Squeeze

connector