GE JSS28BKBB Installation Instructions Manual

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Installation

30” Electric

Instructions

Slide-In Range

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 the Consumer.

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

• Skill level – Installation of this appliance
requires basic mechanical skills.

• Completion time – 1 to 3 hours

• Proper installation is the responsibility of

the installer.

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

WARNING — This appliance must

be properly grounded.

FOR YOUR SAFETY:

CAUTION: — For Personal Safety

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

ANTI-TIP DEVICE

WARNING — To reduce the risk

of tipping, the appliance must be secured by
properly installed Anti-Tip bracket packed
with this appliance.

If the Anti-Tip device supplied with the range
does not fit this application, use the universal
Anti-Tip device WB2X7909.

WARNING —

• All ranges can tip

• Injury to persons could result

• Install Anti-Tip bracket packed

with range

• See Installation Instructions

If you pull the range out and away from the
wall for any reason, make sure the Anti-Tip
bracket is engaged when the range is pushed
back against the wall.

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

JSS28, JSP39

Straight Edge

Drill with 1/8

″ Bit

Hand or Saber Saw

Pencil

Safety Glasses

Tape Measure

FOR YOUR SAFETY:

All rough-in and spacing dimensions must be
met for safe use of your range. Electricity to
the range can be disconnected at the outlet
without moving the range if the outlet is in
the preferred location (remove lower drawer).

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
sticks out at least 5″ beyond the front of the
cabinets. Cabinets installed above a cooktop
must be no deeper than 13″.

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

31-10596-2 1-07 JR

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Installation Instructions

PREPARE TO INSTALL THE RANGE

REMOVE SHIPPING MATERIALS

Remove all parts from the plastic bag found
inside the prepack of the oven and save
packaging tape.

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STORAGE DRAWER REMOVAL

Pull the drawer out until it stops.

Lift the front of the drawer until the stops
clear the guides.

Pull forward and remove the drawer.

C

B

A

Rail

Stop

• 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.

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

Guide

Stop

DOOR REMOVAL (optional)

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.

DO NOT LIFT THE DOOR BY THE HANDLE!

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.

D

C

B

A

Hinge clears slot

Hinge
unlocked
position

Hinge
slot

Hinge
arm

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Installation Instructions

MINIMUM CLEARANCES

• The distance from the floor to the top

of the counter must be at least 35-7/8″.
The maximum counter height is 38″.

• 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.
However, some kitchen cabinet finishes can
be damaged by heat from the range surface
elements. Where varnished wood or plastic
film finishes are used, a minimum clearance
of 6″ must be maintained.

• For listed over-the-range microwave

ovens, the microwave ovens can be installed
above the cooktop as per manufacturer’s
installation instructions.

• All rough-in and spacing dimensions must be

met for safe use of your range. The location
of the electrical outlet may be changed as
needed, but electricity to the range can be
disconnected at the outlet without moving the
range if the outlet is in the suggested location
(remove lower drawer).

Make sure the wall coverings, countertop and
cabinets around the cooktop can withstand the
heat (up to 200°F) generated by the range.

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31-1/4”

Overall depth

26-5/8”

5-5/8” to front

surface of

countertop

20-5/8” door

clearance from

front surface of

countertop

29-15/16” min.
30-1/16” max.

Acceptable
electrical
outlet area

35-7/8”–38” from
floor to countertop

For optimum
installation these
surfaces must be
flat and level

Follow instructions
packaged with
alternate appliance

30” min. from
cooking surface
to bottom of
overhead
cabinets

15” min. vertical distance
from the bottom of the
adjacent overhead cabinets

Countertop
depth 25”

1-1/4” min. countertop
to top of drawer

6” min. from walls

23-3/16”

24” min.

30” min.

13” max.
depth

2-1/2”

25”

2-1/2”

7-1/2”

Max. depth of
cord, plug and
recept. box 4”
to prevent
interference
with drawer

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Installation Instructions

PREPARE TO INSTALL THE RANGE

(CONT.)

PREPARATION

• Remove all tape and packaging. Be sure to

remove clear plastic film that covers some
chrome parts (around glass oven doors,
side trim) and any tape and packaging from
inside the oven.

• Take the accessory pack out of the oven.

• Check to be sure that no range parts have

come loose during shipping.

REMOVING PACKAGING
MATERIAL

Any packaging materials must

be removed during installation.
This will include 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.

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PREPARE THE COUNTER

If you have an existing 30″ wide cutout that
goes all the way to the wall, you have the
option to buy a 4″ Backguard, Model
#JXS32XX or a Main Top Rear Filler Kit,
Model #JXS66XX. These kits are available
through your GE dealer, if the existing cutout
is in a counter that has a backsplash (post­formed top) we recommend that you use the
4″ backguard kit.

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PREPARING THE COUNTER

(CONT.)

Determine the dimension of your cutout.
Dimensions given are from front of counter
and not from cabinet face. To minimize
chipping you may want to apply masking
tape to the counter and mark the cut on top
of the tape. Use a hand or saber saw to make
the cut. For best appearance it is important
that the cut be smooth and straight.

If you are NOT using the Filler or Backguard:

If you have a countertop deeper than 25″
and you wish to set the range further back
into the counter, the cutout may be cut
deeper (up to 24-1/2″), but there must be
at least 24-1/2″ from the front edge of the
countertop and back wall.

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Filler Strip

Screw

Speed Clip

23-3/16”

30”

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Installation Instructions

PREPARE THE COUNTER (CONT.)

If you are using the Filler or Backguard:

NOTE: If the distance from the back wall

to the front of the counter backsplash
(Dimension A) is greater than the standard
1-1/8″, there will be a small gap between the
wall behind the range and the backguard.
This is normal and should not be visually
objectionable.

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SIDE TRIM EXTENSION KIT

If there is a small gap between the sides of
the range and the cabinets (up to 1/4″ each
side), you can order a side trim extension kit,
JXS86XX, through the GE service center.

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25”

30”

A

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Installation Instructions

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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

TO MAKE ELECTRICAL
CONNECTION

• Remove the junction block access
cover (on range back). When re-installing
one-piece wire cover, make sure that wire
does not become pinched between wire
cover and mainback.

• All new constructions, mobile homes,
recreational vehicle and installations where
local codes do not allow grounding through
neutral, require a four-wire flexible cord kit.
If the range is rated between 8,750 and
16,500 watts, a range cord kit rated for
40 amps and a minimum of 125/250 Volts
is required. If the range is rated between
16,501 and 22,500 watts, a range cord kit
rated for 50 amps and a minimum of
125/250 Volts is required. For existing
construction, a three wire flexible cord kit
may be used, and the same ratings apply
as described above.

• When using a cord rated 40 Amps, remove
the next to outermost knockout (1-3/8″
diameter) in the connection plate. Likewise,
when using a cord rated 50 Amps, remove
the outermost knockout (1-3/4″ diameter)
in the plate.

• Terminations shall be either closed loop
terminals or open-end spade lugs with
upturned ends. You must use a clamp or
strain relief to hold the cord.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

CAUTION: For personal safety,

do not use an extension cord with this
appliance. Remove house fuse or open
circuit breaker before beginning installation.

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 specified on the rating
plate. The rating plate is located above the
storage drawer on the oven frame.

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 oven 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
construction (not existing) utilize a 4­conductor connection to an electric range.

When installing an electric range in new
construction, follow Steps 3 and 5 for 4-wire
connection.

You must use a 3-wire, single-phase A.C.
208Y/120 Volt or 240/120 Volt, 60 hertz
electrical system.

If the electrical service provided does not
meet the above specifications, have a
licensed electrician install an approved outlet.

OR

Rating
plate location

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Installation Instructions

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POWER CORD AND STRAIN
RELIEF INSTALLATION

• 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 should be installed before
reinstalling the rear range wiring cover.

Skip to applicable power cord installation.

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Power cord

Strain relief

Terminal
block

Bracket

CONDUIT AND SQUEEZE
CONNECTOR INSTALLATION

• For conduit installations only, purchase a
squeeze connector matching the diameter
of your conduit and assemble it in the hole.
Insert the conduit through the squeeze
connector and tighten. Allow enough slack
to easily attach the wires to the terminal
block.

NOTE: Do not install the conduit without a
squeeze connector. The squeeze connector
should be installed before reinstalling the
rear range wiring cover.

Skip to applicable conduit installation.

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Squeeze

connector

Terminal
block

Conduit

Bracket

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Installation Instructions

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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS (CONT.)

4-WIRE POWER CORD
INSTALLATION

WARNING: The neutral wire of

the supply circuit must be connected to
the neutral terminal located in the lower
center of the terminal block. The power
leads must be connected to the lower
left and the lower right terminals of the
terminal block. The 4th grounding lead
must be connected to the frame of the
range with the ground plate and the
ground screw.

Remove the 3 lower terminal screws from
the terminal block. Remove the ground
screw and ground plate and retain them.

Cut and discard the ground strap.
DO NOT DISCARD ANY SCREWS.

Insert the one ground screw into the
power cord ground wire terminal ring,
through the ground plate and into the
frame of the range.

Insert the 3 terminal screws (removed
earlier) through each power cord terminal
ring and into the lower terminals of the
terminal block. Be certain that the center
wire (white/neutral) is connected to the
center lower position of the terminal block.
Tighten screws securely into the terminal
block.

Re-intall the junction block access cover
making sure that wires do not become
pinched between wire cover and
mainback.

E

D

C

B

A

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3-WIRE POWER CORD
INSTALLATION

WARNING: The neutral or

ground wire of the power cord must be
connected to the neutral terminal located
in the center of the terminal block. The
power leads must be connected to the
lower left and the lower right terminals
of the terminal block.

Remove the 3 lower terminal screws from
the terminal block. Insert the 3 terminal
screws through each power cord terminal
ring and into the lower terminals of the
terminal block. Be certain that the center
wire (white/neutral) is connected to the
center lower position of the terminal block.
Tighten screws securely into the terminal
block.

DO NOT remove the ground strap
connection.

Re-install the junction block access cover
making sure that wires do not become
pinched between wire cover and
mainback.

B

A

3

Ground
strap

Terminal
block
(appearance
may vary)

Neutral
terminal

Power cord

Before

After

Terminal
block

Terminal
block

Neutral
terminal

Neutral terminal

Ground strap

Ground
plate
(grounding
to range)

Ground
screw

Ground strap

Ground
plate

or

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Installation Instructions

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3-WIRE CONDUIT INSTALLATION

Loosen the 3 lower terminal screws from
the terminal block. Insert the center bare
wire (white/neutral) tip through the bottom
center terminal block opening. On certain
models, the wire will need to be inserted
through the ground strap opening and
then into the bottom center block opening.
Insert the two side bare wire tips into the
lower left and the lower right terminal
block openings. Tighten the screws until
the wire is firmly secured (35 to 50 inch­lbs.). Do not overtighten the screws since
it could damage the wires.

NOTE: ALUMINUM WIRING:

Aluminum building wire may be used but
it must be rated for the correct amperage
and voltage to make connection. Connect
wires according to this step for 3-wire
conduit or the next step for 4-wire conduit.

Wire used, location and enclosure
of splices, etc., must conform to good
wiring practices and local codes.

Re-install the junction block acces cover
making sure that wires do not become
pinched between wire cover and
mainback.

B

A

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4-WIRE CONDUIT INSTALLATION

Loosen the three lower terminal screws
from the terminal block. Remove the
ground screw and ground plate and retain
them. Cut and discard the ground strap.

DO NOT DISCARD ANY SCREWS.

Insert the ground bare wire tip between
the range frame and the ground plate
(removed earlier) and secure it in place
with the ground screw (removed earlier).
Insert the bare wire (white/neutral) tip
through the bottom center of the terminal
block opening. Insert the two side bare
wire tips into the lower left and the lower
right terminal block openings. Tighten the
screws until the wire is firmly secured (35
to 50 inch-lbs.) Do not overtighten the
screws since it could damage the wires.

Wire used, location and enclosure
of splices, etc., must conform to good
wiring practices and local codes.

Re-install the junction block access cover
making sure that wires do not become
pinched between wire cover and
mainback.

C

B

A

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Before

Terminal
block

Ground strap

After

Terminal
block

Ground
plate
(grounding
to range)

Bracket

Neutral
terminal

Wire tips

Wire tips

Terminal
block

Conduit

Bracket

Ground
screw

Ground strap

or

SLIDE RANGE INTO OPENING

On models with a power cord, plug it into
the receptacle. Locate the cord in the back
of the range in a manner that it will not
touch or be moved by the drawer.

Carefully push the range into the opening.

B

A

2

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Installation Instructions

INSTALL THE RANGE

ANTI-TIP DEVICE INSTALLATION

An Anti-Tip bracket is supplied with
instructions for installation in a variety of
locations. The instructions include all
necessary information to complete the
installation. Read the Safety Instructions
and the instructions that fit your situation
before beginning installation.

WARNING:

• Range must be secured by Anti-Tip bracket
supplied.

• If the Anti-Tip device supplied with the range
does not fit this application, use the universal
Anti-Tip device WB2X7909.

• See instructions to install (supplied with
bracket).

• Unless properly installed, the range could be
tipped by stepping or sitting on the door.
Injury may result from spilled hot liquids
or from the range itself.

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Typical installation of anti-tip bracket attachment to wall

Bracket

Screw must

enter wood

or metal

Wall plate

Storage drawer

Position range cord so that
there is no interference with
storage drawer

LEVEL THE RANGE

Install the oven shelves in the oven and
position the range where it will be
installed.

Check for levelness by
placing a spirit level or
a cup, partially filled
with water, on one of
the oven shelves. If
using a spirit level, take
two readings—with the
level placed diagonally first in one
direction and then the other.

The front leveling legs can be adjusted
from the bottom and the rear legs can be
adjusted from the top or the bottom.

Use an open-end or adjustable wrench
to adjust the leveling legs until the range
is level.

D

C

B

A

3

Leg
leveler

Lower
range

Raise
range

Spirit level

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Installation Instructions

REPLACING THE STORAGE
DRAWER

Place the drawer
rail on the
guides.

Push the drawer
in until it stops.

Lift the front of
the drawer and
push in until the stops clear the guides.

Lower the front of the drawer and push in
until it closes.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS IF YOU ARE
HAVING PROBLEMS WHILE REPLACING
THE STORAGE DRAWER

If drawer won’t close:

Remove and replace, making sure the power
cord is not obstructing the drawer and/or the
rail is in the guide.

If drawer is crooked:

Remove and replace, making sure the rail is in
the guide.

D

C

B

A

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Stop

REPLACING THE OVEN DOOR

NOTE: The oven door is heavy. You may need

help lifting the door high enough to slide it
into the hinge slots. Do not lift the door by
the handle.

Lift the oven door by
placing one hand on each
side. The door is heavy, so
you may need help. Do not
lift the door by the handle.

With the door at the same angle as the
removal position (halfway between the
closed and broil stop position), seat the
notch of the hinge arm into the bottom
edge of the hinge slot. The notch of the
hinge arm must be fully seated into the
bottom of the slot.

Open the oven door as far as it will open.

Push the hinge locks up
against the front frame of
the oven cavity, to the
locked
position.

Close the oven door.

E

D

C

B

A

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Hinge notch

Hinge arm

Bottom
edge of slot

Hinge in locked
position

Notch of hinge
securely fitted
into bottom of
hinge slot

Drawer does
not close
completely

Power cord may
be obstructing
drawer in this area

Drawer front
panel tipped
away from
body side

Rear drawer
support is
resting on top
of guide rail

Rear drawer
support is on top
of guide rail on
the high side

Drawer front panel
tipped to one side

IMPORTANT INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS FOR RANGES
USED WITH COUNTERTOP
HEIGHTS UP TO 38″

The height of the range must be adjusted to the
countertop height. For countertop heights greater
than 37″, additional measurements may need to be
taken as detailed below.

When the range is elevated to the maximum height,
there is a large space between the bottom of the
range and the floor, referred to as the toe space. This
may be visually objectionable. The legs should not be
extended any further than to provide a maximum of
3″ toe space.

The range is designed to provide a minimum of 1″ air
gap at the bottom of the range. (Example: When legs
are screwed all the way into the base rail.)

This gap is very important to the proper ventilation of
the range and must be maintained when treating the
appearance of the toe space.

The following is a suggested method of making a
filler for the toe space when the legs are extended as
mentioned before.

After the range is installed with the longer legs and is
in position and level, measure from the bottom of the
bodyside to the floor. This will be the required height
of the toe space filler. This height may range from
2-1/16″ to 3″. Any height less than 2-1/16″ may not
be visually objectionable and not need the filler.

Build the filler as shown. Make sure to provide the
3/4″ gap at the top and the 5/16″ gap at the bottom.
These gaps will provide the proper ventilation as
mentioned before.

If you wish to attach the filler to the floor or adjacent
cabinets, use screws or other removable fasteners, so
that the range can be readily removed if necessary.

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Printed in the United States

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Installation Instructions

3” Max. height

1” Min. height

Gusset corners with
3/4” to 1” triangular
or square stock

Use 1/4” to 1/2”
material finished
to match toe area
of cabinets

2-1/16” to 3”
as required or as
required to recess
behind toe area of
adjacent cabinets

6”

5/16”

3/4”

30”

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 to be sure 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 to make sure 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 that the rear leveling leg is
fully inserted into the Anti-Tip bracket and that the
bracket is securely installed.

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OPERATION CHECKLIST

• Turn on one of the surface units to observe that the
element glows within 60 seconds. Turn the unit off
when glow is detected. If the glow is not detected
within the time limit, recheck the range wiring
connections. If change is required, retest again.
If no change is required, have building wiring
checked for proper connections and voltage.

• Check to make sure the Clock (on models so
equipped) display is energized. If a series of
horizontal red lines appear in the display,
disconnect power immediately. Recheck the
range wiring connections. If change is made
to connections, retest again. If no change is
required, have building wiring checked for proper
connections and voltage. It is recommended that
the clock be changed if the red lines appear.

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

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