Installation Instructions
27" & 30" Electric Built-in Wall Ovens
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Reed these instructions completelg end
cerefullg.
" IM PORTANT -- Save these instructions
for local inspector's use.
" IMPORTANT -- Observe allgoverning
codes and ordinances.
, Note to Installer- Be sure to leave these
instructions with Consumer.
, 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
isnot covered under Warranty.
, Product is for indoor use onlg.
ATTENTION INSTALLER: All electric wall ovens must be hard-wired (direct-wired)into an
approved junction box. A plug and receptacle is NOT permitted on these products.
FOR YOUR SAFETY:
WAR NING:Beforebeginning the installation, switch power off at the service panel and
lock the service disconnecting means to prevent power from being switched on accidentallg. When the
service disconnecting means cannot be locked, securelg fasten a prominent warning device, such asa tag,
to the service panel.
Besure the oven is securelg installed ina cabinet that is firmlg attached to the house structure.
Weight on the oven door could cause the oven to tip and result in injurg. Never allow angone to climb, sit,
stand or hang on the oven door.
Make sure the wall coverings, counters and cabinets around the oven can withstand the heat
(up to 200°F [93.3°C])generated bg the oven.
MATERIALS YOU MAY NEED
JunctionBox
Wire Nuts
Strain Relief Clamp for 1/2" Conduit
TOOLS YOU MAY NEED
1/8" Drill Bit and Electric or Hand Drill
PhillipsScrewdriver
Wire Strippers
DESIGN INFORMATION
SINGLEOVEN INSTALLATIONS
The singleoven mag be installed in a cabinet alone or above a warming drawer. Thesingle oven meg also
be installed below a countertop or below specified cooktops. Seethe label ontop of the oven for approved
models.
DOUBLEOVENINSTALLATIONS
Adouble oven mag beinstalled in a cabinet alone or above a warming drawer. Seethe label on top of the
oven for approved models.
IMPORTANT:Alwagsreferto individualinstallationinstructionspackedwith eachproductforspecific
requirements.
I_] PREPARE THE OPENING
NOTE: If the cabinet does not have a solid bottom, two
braces or runners must be installed to support the weight
of the oven. For single ovens, the runners and braces
must support 200 Ibs 191kg). For double ovens, the
runners and braces must support 375 Ibs. 1170 kg).
NOTE: If marks, blemishes or the cutout opening are
visible above the installed oven, it mag be necessarg to
add wood shims under the runners and front trim until
the marks or opening are covered.
NOTE: If the cabinet does not have a front frame and
the sides are less than sA"11.9cm) thick, shim both sides
equallg to establish the cutout width.
2" x 4"(5 cm x 10 cm)
or Equivalent Runners Level
with Bottom of Cutout
and Flush with Sides of Cutout
Suitable
Bracing
to Support.
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Ill 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, all tape around the oven and ang shipping
screws securing the oven to the base pad. Open oven door and remove literature pack and oven
racks. Remove the bottom trim from the top of the oven. It will be installed at the end of the installation
process. The trim is wrapped separatelg and taped to the top of the unit. Remove pedestal rails from
separate box and set aside (30" Double Wall Ovens Onlg).