GE Drop In Ranges Installation Instructions
Installation Instructions
27” Drop In Ranges
Questions? Call 1.800.GE.CARES (1.800.432.2737) or visit GEAppliances.com
In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or visit GEAppliances.ca
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instructions for local inspector’s use. |
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ATTENTION INSTALLER: All electric drop-ins must be hard-wired (direct-wired) into an approved junction box. A plug and receptacle is NOT permitted on these products.
FOR YOUR SAFETY:
WARNING
Tip-Over Hazard
A child or adult can tip the range and be killed. Verify the anti-tip bracket has been properly installed and engaged.
Ensure the anti-tip bracket is re-engaged when the range is moved.
Do not operate the range without the anti-tip bracket in place and engaged.
Failure to follow these instructions 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: GEAppliances.com. (In Canada, GEAppliances.ca.)
Anti-Tip Bracket
Kit Included
WARNING Before beginning the installation, switch power off at service panel and lock the service
disconnecting means to prevent power from being switched on accidentally. When the service disconnecting means cannot be locked, securely fasten a prominent warning device, such as a tag, to the service panel.
MATERIALS YOU MAY NEED |
TOOLS YOU MAY NEED |
Junction Box |
1/8” Drill Bit and Electric or Hand Drill |
Wire Nuts |
Phillips Screwdriver |
Strain Relief Clamp for 1/2” Conduit |
Wire Strippers |
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Hand or Saber Saw |
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1 REMOVE PACKAGING MATERIALS
Failure to remove packaging materials could result in damage to the appliance. Remove all packing parts from oven, racks and heating elements. Remove protective film and labels on the outer door and control panel. Also, remove plastic on trims and panel and all tape around the oven. Open oven door and remove literature pack and oven racks. Remove the bottom trim from the side of the oven. It will be installed at the end of the installation process. The trim is wrapped separately in a plastic bag which also contains the five screws to secure the bottom trim and the 4 anti-tip screws used to secure the product to the countertop. The plastic bag is taped to the side of the unit.
2 PREPARING THE OPENING (FOR INDOOR USE ONLY)
See the Illustrations for all rough dimensions. The range may be placed with 0” clearance at the
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Range support |
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Brace |
26-1/4” smooth cut
Countertop thickness 1-1/2” min. is required to support the product. Countertop width 1-1/2” min. is required to properly support the 3/4” anti-tip screw.
Braces must be installed between the underside of the countertop and the cabinet if required to obtain 1-1/2” minimum thickness (each side)
Make sure the wall coverings, counters and cabinets around the oven can withstand the heat (up to 200°F [93.3°C]) generated by the oven.
This range is designed to hang from the counter top. It does not rest on the cabinet. The range must not be installed on a floor or sub structure (2” x 4” support)
13/32”
30” MIN.
18” Min.
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TRIM SECTION FOR
COUNTERTOP WITH
POST FORMED OR
RAISED FRONT EDGE
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surface units and bottom of unprotected |
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wood or metal cabinet, or allow a 24” |
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minimum when bottom of wood or metal |
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CABINETS |
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cabinet is protected by no less than 1/4” |
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3” OFF THE PLANE OF THE WALL) |
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thick flame retardant millboard covered |
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with not less than No 28 MSG sheet |
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MOULDING MAY BE FITTED TO |
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THE OVEN TRIM FOR A MORE |
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metal, (.015”), .015” thick stainless steel, |
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.024” aluminium or .020” copper. |
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•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 adjacent cabinet 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 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 projects at least 5” beyond the front of the cabinets. Cabinets installed above the cooktop must be no deeper than 16”.
Locate a wiring junction box at the rear of the cutout. The dimension from the top of the wiring junction box to the countertop must be a minimum of 28-1/2”. The box must not extend more that 3” off the plane of a wall. The junction box must be located where it will allow considerable slack in the range conduit, so that the range can be pulled for servicing if necessary.
3 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
WARNING Electric Shock Hazard
•This appliance must be properly grounded.
•Do not use an extension cord.
•Before installing range, switch power off at the service panel and lock the service disconnecting means to prevent power from being switched on accidentally. When the disconnection means cannot be locked, securely fasten a prominent warning device, such as a tag, to the service panel.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death.
WARNING Fire Hazard
Improper connection of aluminum house wiring to copper leads can result in an electrical or fire hazard. If residence leads are aluminum, use only connectors designed for joining copper to aluminum and follow the manufacturer’s recommended procedure closely. Failure to do so may result in serious injury or death.
We recommend you have the electrical wiring and hookup of your appliance connected by a qualified electrician. After installation, have the electrician show you how to disconnect power from the appliance.
You must use a single-phase, 120/208 VAC or 120/240 VAC, 60 Hertz electrical system.
Effective January 1, 1996, the National Electrical Code requires that new construction (not existing) utilize a four-conductor connection to an electric oven. When installing an electric oven in new construction, a 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.
Check with your local utilities for electrical codes which apply in your area. Failure to wire your oven according to governing
codes could 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 – latest edition,
available from the National Fire Protection Association.
Rating plate is located on oven front frame and is visible when oven door is open.
This appliance must be supplied with the proper voltage and |
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frequency, and connected to an individual, properly grounded, |
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40 amp (minimum) branch circuit protected by a circuit |
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breaker or time-delay fuse. |
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DO NOT shorten the flexible conduit. The conduit strain relief
clamp must be securely attached to the junction box and the flexible conduit must be securely attached to the clamp. If the flexible conduit will not fit within the clamp, do not install the oven until a clamp of the proper size is obtained.
The 3 power leads supplied with this appliance are suitable for connection to heavier gauge household wiring. The insulation of these 3 leads is rated for temperatures much higher than the temperature rating of the household wiring. The current-carrying capacity of the conductor is governed by the wire gauge and the temperature rating of the insulation around the wire.
4 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
WARNING Electric Shock Hazard
•This appliance must be properly grounded.
•Do not use an extension cord.
•Before installing range, switch power off at the service panel and lock the service disconnecting means to prevent power from being switched on accidentally. When the disconnection means cannot be locked, securely fasten a prominent warning device, such as a tag, to the service panel.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death.
WARNING Fire Hazard
Improper connection of aluminum house wiring to copper leads can result in an electrical or fire hazard. If residence leads are aluminum, use only connectors designed for joining copper to aluminum and follow the manufacturer’s recommended procedure closely. Failure to do so may result in serious injury or death. 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.
We recommend you have the electrical wiring and hookup of the appliance connected by a qualified electrician. After installation, have the electrician show you how to disconnect power from the appliance.
You must use a single-phase, 120/208 VAC or 120/240 VAC, 60 Hertz electrical system.
Effective January 1, 1996, the National Electrical Code requires that new construction (not existing) utilize a four-conductor connection to an electric oven. When installing an electric oven in new construction, a mobile home, recreational vehicle or area where local codes prohibit grounding through the neutral conductor, refer to the section on four-conductor branch circuit connections.
Check with your local utilities for electrical codes which apply in your area. Failure to wire your oven according to governing code could 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-latest edition, available from the National Fire Protection Association.
Rating plate is located on oven front frame and is visible when oven door is open.
This appliance must supplied be 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.
DO NOT shorten the flexible conduit. The conduit strain relief clamp must be securely attached to the junction box and the flexible conduit must securely attached to the clamp. If the flexible conduit will not fit within the clamp, do not install the oven until a clamp of the proper size is obtained.
The 3 power leads supplied with this appliance are suitable for connection to heavier gauge household wiring. The insulation of these 3 leads is rated for temperatures much higher than the temperature rating of the household wiring. The current-carrying capacity of the conductor is governed by the wire gauge and the temperature rating of the insulation around the wire.
4 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS (Cont.)
MAKE ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
Place the unit on a platform or table even with the cutout opening. The platform must support 200 lbs. (91 kg). Connect the flexible conduit to the electrical junction box as follows:
THREE-CONDUCTOR BRANCH CIRCUIT CONNECTION |
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Branch |
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Connect the oven ground conductor along with the neutral |
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(white) lead to the branch circuit neutral (white or gray in color), |
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Connect the oven red lead to the branch circuit red lead, and the |
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Install proper strain relief clamp. |
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Install junction box cover. |
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FOUR-CONDUCTOR BRANCH CIRCUIT CONNECTION |
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Free the neutral (white) lead from being restrained to any |
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then re-strip it to expose the proper length of conductor. |
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Connect the oven neutral (white) lead to the branch circuit |
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neutral (white or gray) in accordance with local codes, |
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5.Install proper strain relief clamp.
6.Install junction box cover.
5CHECK FOR PROPER INSTALLATION OF ANTI-TIP SCREWS
•Raise lift-up cooktop and support it with cooktop support rod so anti tip screws are visible. (see Section 7)
•Lower the oven door and gently apply a medium force to the inside of the door at the handle end.
•Properly installed screws will prevent any movement of the range when force is applied to the door. If movement occurs, refer to “Mounting the range in the opening” section.
6 WHEN INSTALLING RANGE IN COUNTERTOP WHICH IS CUT OUT TO THE WALL
If you have an existing 27” wide cutout that goes all the way to the wall, you may want to buy a backsplash kit for your range. Order Kit JX27RWH (White) or Kit JX27RBK (Black). This kit will fill in the space between the back of the range and the wall.
BACKSPLASH KIT FOR 27” DROP-IN RANGES
This kit contains:
1Backsplash
2Screws
1 Maintop Filler
2 Wood Screws
NOTE: The backsplash attaches to the counter. The range slides into position after the backsplash is in place.
Follow the instructions packed with the backsplach kit.
Backsplash with End Caps
Filler 
Screw
Possible Gap May Occur
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splash on countertop.
31-10830-3 10-20 GEA
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