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31-10652 02-07 JR
Installation
Free-Standing
Instructions
Electric Ranges
Models PB970, PB975
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:
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.
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.
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
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TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
FOR YOUR SAFETY:
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 a cooktop
must be no deeper than 13”.
Be sure your appliance is properly installed
and grounded by a qualified technician.
Make sure the cabinets and wall coverings
around the range can withstand the temperatures
(up to 200°F) generated by the range.
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Installation Instructions
PREPARE TO INSTALL THE RANGE
MATERIALS YOU MAY NEED
Anchor SleevesLag Bolts
(For Anti-Tip Bracket Mounted
on Concrete Floors Only)
3-Wire Cord
4‘ Long
4-Wire Cord OR
4‘ Long
(UL Approved 40 AMP)
Adjustable Wrench
Level
1/4” Nut Driver
Phillips Screwdriver
Drill with 1/8” Bit
Pencil
Safety Glasses
Tape Measure
Pliers
Flat-blade
Screwdriver
PARTS INCLUDED
Anti-Tip Bracket Kit
REMOVE SHIPPING MATERIALS
Remove packaging materials. Failure to
remove packaging materials could result
in damage to the appliance.
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Squeeze Connector
(For Conduit
Installations Only)
Tin Snips
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Installation Instructions
PREPARE THE OPENING
See illustrations for all rough-in and spacing
dimensions.
The range may be placed with 0” clearance
(flush) at the back wall and side walls of
the cabinet.
NOTE: Use a 4′ power cord to prevent
interference. Power cords 4
1
⁄2 to 6′ long
may have to be dressed to allow for
proper installation.
MINIMUM DIMENSIONS BETWEEN COOKTOP,
WALLS AND ABOVE THE COOKTOP:
*** Make sure the wall covering, countertop,
flooring and cabinets around the range
can withstand the heat (up to 200°F)
generated by the range.
*** Allow 30” minimum clearance between
surface units and bottom of unprotected
wood or metal cabinet, and 15” minimum
between countertop and adjacent cabinet
bottom.
*** Recommended spacing to heat-sensitive
surfaces.
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3
1
⁄4
”
3
1
⁄4”
7
3
⁄4”
23
1
⁄2”
47”
30”
Acceptable electrical
outlet area.
Orient the electrical
receptacle so the length
is parallel to the floor.
*0”
**15” Min.
**30” Min.
*0”
***6”
Min.
253⁄8”
45”
36”
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
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.
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
3
⁄8″ 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.
• Because range terminals are not accessible
after range is in position, flexible service
conduit or cord must be used.
NOTE: If conduit is being used, go to Step 3D
and then to Step 6 or 7.
• On some models, a filter capacitor may be
connected between the black and white
leads on the junction block.
ALL NEW CONSTRUCTIONS,
MOBILE HOMES AND
INSTALLATIONS WHERE
LOCAL CODES DO NOT
ALLOW GROUNDING
THROUGH NEUTRAL,
REQUIRE A 4-CONDUCTOR
UL-LISTED RANGE 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 on the left
hand side of the lower oven front 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 4-conductor connection
to an electric range.
When installing an electric range in new
construction, follow Steps 3 and 5 for 4-wire
connection.
Location of
model rating
plate
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Installation Instructions
POWER CORD AND
STRAIN RELIEF INSTALLATION
Remove the terminal block cover (on the
back of the range) by removing the
screw, using a 1/4” nut driver.
Do not discard the screw.
Remove the knockout ring (1
3
⁄8″) 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.
NOTE: You only need to remove the
knockout ring for power cord installation.
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A
3
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 Step 4 or 5.
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Terminal
block cover
Screw to
remove
terminal
block cover
Knockout ring
in bracket
Knockout
ring removed
Power cord
Strain relief
Terminal
block
Bracket
Back of range
Terminal block
(appearance
may vary)
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 Step 6 or 7.
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Squeeze
connector
Terminal
block
Conduit
Bracket
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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.
Skip to Step 8 and proceed with the installation.
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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.
Skip to Step 8 and proceed with the
installation.
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A
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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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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 inch-lbs.). Do not
over-tighten 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 6 or Step 7 depending on
number of wires.
Wire used, location and enclosure
of splices, etc., must conform to good
wiring practices and local codes.
Skip to Step 8 and proceed with the
installation.
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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 over-tighten 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.
Proceed to Step 8.
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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
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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.
• 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
REPLACE THE WIRE COVER
Replace the terminal block cover on the
range back by replacing the screw removed
earlier. Make sure that no wires are pinched
between the cover and the range back.
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Terminal
block cover
Screw to
replace
terminal
block cover
Back of range
PREPARE TO LEVEL MODELS
Measure the height of your countertop
at the rear of the opening (X).
Adjust two rear leveling legs so that the
rear of the cooktop (Y) is at the same
height as the counter (X).
Slide unit into place.
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B
A
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X
Y
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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 and rear leveling legs can be
adjusted from the bottom.
Use an open-end or adjustable wrench
to adjust the leveling legs until the range
is level.
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C
B
A
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Leg
leveler
Lower
range
Raise
range
Spirit level
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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 doors 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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Notes
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Notes
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