GE JCAS300RPSS, JCAS300DMWW Installation Instructions

Installation Instructions Compact Electric Ranges

Questions? Call GE Appliances at 1.800.GE.CARES (1.800.432.2737) or visit GEAppliances.com. In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or visit GEAppliances.ca.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

• 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 consumer.

FOR YOUR SAFETY:

WARNING

• 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 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: GEAppliances.com. (In Canada, GEAppliances.ca.)

Tip-Over Hazard

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

• Skill level – Installation of this appliance requires a qualiﬁed installer or electrician.

• Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer.

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

Anti-Tip Bracket

Kit Included

WARNING

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.

Before beginning

DIMENSIONS AND

CLEARANCES

Provide adequate clearances between the range and adjacent combustible surfaces. These dimensions must be met for safe use of your range.

Installation of a listed microwave oven or cooking appliance over the cooktop shall conform to the installation instructions packed with that appliance.

44 3/8”

NOTE: Use a 4’ power cord to prevent interference with the storage drawer. Power cords

⁄2’ to 6’ long may have to be dressed to allow for

proper drawer closing.

MINIMUM DIMENSIONS BETWEEN COOKTOP, WALLS AND ABOVE THE COOKTOP:

A. Make sure the wall covering, countertop,

ﬂooring and cabinets around the range can

withstand the heat (up to 200°F) generated by the range.

B. Allow 30” minimum clearance between surface

units and bottom of unprotected wood or metal cabinet, or allow a 24” minimum when bottom of wood or metal cabinet is protected by no

less than 1/4” thick ﬂame retardant millboard

covered with not less than No 28 MSG sheet metal, (.015”), .015” thick stainless steel, .024” aluminum or .020” copper.

C. This appliance has been approved for 0”

spacing to adjacent surfaces above the cooktop. However, a 2” 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 13”.

3”

24 5/8” w/o handle

36 3/4” +/- 1/4”

Electrical

supply

8”

Modèle A B

JCAS300 24 3/4” min. 19 3/8”

5 1/8”

26 5/8” w/ handle

Model A

36”

23¾”

See Note C

See Note C (both sides)

JCAS300

13”

½” Min. to cabinets below cooktop

24”

2 5/16”

Side Wall

30” Min.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

WARNING

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

WARNING

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. If you 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.

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.

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 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.

This appliance must be properly grounded.

All new constructions, mobile homes, recreational vehicles and installations

To prevent ﬁre or shock, do not use an extension cord with this appliance.

To prevent shock, remove house fuse or open circuit breaker before

⁄8” diameter connection

Rating plate

REAR TRIM INSTALLATION

For all installations, the rear trim must be installed to the top of the range with the 4 screws provided. The attached spacers must never be removed.

Rear Trim

Screws

Spacers

Back of

Range

LEVEL THE RANGE

WARNING

remove the leveling leg as the range will not be secured to the anti-tip device properly.

A. 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 height or higher than 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 direction and then the other.

G. Adjust front leveling legs until the range is

level.

INSTALL AND CHECK

Never completely

ANTI-TIP DEVICE

WARNING

the leveling leg as the range will not engage anti-tip device properly. To reduce the risk of tipping the range, the range must be secured by a properly installed anti tip bracket.

Never completely remove

Spirit level

Follow instructions supplied with ANTI-TIP bracket.

Anti-Tip Bracket

Kit Included

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 under control knobs (if applicable), adhesive tape, wire ties, cardboard and protective plastic. Failure to remove these materials could result in damage to the appliance once the appliance has been turned on and surfaces have heated.

• Check that the door and drawer are parallel to each other and that both operate smoothly. If they do not, see the Owner’s Manual for proper replacement.

• Check to make sure the anti tip bracket is installed. Verify the anti tip bracket is working correctly. Grasp the back of the range, being careful not to grab or bend the rear trim piece. Tilt

the range forward slightly and conﬁrm the anti tip bracket engages the back of the range. If the

anti tip is not present or it is not engaging the range correctly, call 1-800-626-8774 in the US or 1-800-561-3344 in Canada.

• Check to make sure the two rear wall spacers are installed on the back of the range.

OPERATION CHECKLIST

• Check that the oven control operates properly. If the oven control does not operate properly, recheck the wiring connections.

• Be sure all range controls are in the OFF position before leaving the range.

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