Kenmore Elite 72196047610, 72196043610 Installation Guide

Installation Manual Manual de Instalación

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Model/Modelo: 721.9604*

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Kenmore Elite®

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ESPAÑOL

Electric Range

Estufa Eléctrica

* = color number, número de color

P/N MFL69645901 Rev 00

Sears Brands Management Corporation Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

www.kenmore.com www.sears.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS

3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

5 PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION

5 Before you Begin 6 Dimensions and Clearances

7 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

7 Electrical Connection Requirements 7 Connect Range Cord 8 3-Wire Connection with a Power Supply Cord 9 4-Wire Connection with a Power Supply Cord 9 3-Wire Connection: Conduit 10 4-Wire Connection: Conduit

11 INSTALLING THE RANGE

11 Anti-Tip Device Installation 11 Final Installation 12 Test Run

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read and follow all instructions before using your oven to prevent the risk of fire, electric shock, personal injury, or damage when using the range. This guide does not cover all possible conditions that may occur. For further assistance contact your service agent or manufacturer.

This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can cause personal injury to you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “WARNING” or “CAUTION”.

WARNING

This symbol will alert you to hazards or unsafe practices which could cause serious bodily harm or death.

CAUTION

This symbol will alert you to hazards or unsafe practices which could cause bodily injury or property damage.

WARNING

• The information in this manual should be followed exactly to avoid fire, electrical shock, property damage, personal injury, or death.

• Do not step or sit on the oven door. Install the Anti-Tip Bracket supplied with the range.

− The range could be tipped and injury might result from spilled hot liquid, food, or the range itself.

− If the range is pulled away from the wall for cleaning, service, or any other reason, ensure that the Anti-Tip Device

is properly reengaged when the range is pushed back against the wall.

• All ranges can tip and injury could result.

− To prevent accidental tipping of the range, attach an approved anti-tip device to the wall. (See "Installing the Anti-

Tip Device" in this manual and the instructions packaged with the device.)

− To check if the device is installed and engaged properly, carefully tip the range forward. The anti-tip device should engage and prevent the range from tipping over.

− If you pull the range out from the wall for any reason, make sure the anti-tip device is engaged when you push the range back against the wall.

• Use two or more people to move and install range. (Excessive Weight Hazard)

− Failure to do so can result in back injury or other injury.

• Do not use the oven door handles to pull, push, or move the range.

− Doing so can result in serious damage to the door of the range.

• New branch-circuit installations (1996 NEC) for mobile homes, recreational vehicles, and installations where local codes do not allow grounding through the neutral wire require a 4-conductor UL listed range cord or 4-wire conduit connection.

• Do not modify the power supply cord or plug. If the plug will not fit in the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

• Do not use an extension cord with this appliance.

• This appliance must be electrically grounded.

• Do not allow the power cord to be pinched or crushed by the range or other heavy objects.

− Doing so can result in serious burns or electrical shock.

• Never remove the protective cover on the rear of the lower oven..

− Doing so can cause serious damage to power cord, resulting in serious burns and electric shock.

• The middle (neutral or ground) wire of a 3-wire power cord or a 3-wire conduit must be connected to the middle post of the main terminal block. The remaining two wires of the power cord or conduit must be connected to the outside posts of the main terminal connection block.

− Failure to do so can result in electrical shock, severe personal injury or death.

• Only a 4-conductor power-supply cord kit rated for 120/240 volts, 50 amperes and marked for use with ranges with closed-loop connectors or open-end spade lugs with upturned ends shall be used. The middle (neutral) wire of the power cord or 4-wire conduit must be connected to the middle post of the main terminal block. The other two wires of the power cord or conduit must be connected to the outside posts of the main terminal connection block. The fourth ground wire must be connected to the frame of the range with the ground screw.

− Failure to do so can result in electrical shock, severe personal injury or death.

CAUTION

• Wear gloves during the installation procedure.

− Failure to do so can result in bodily injury.

• The wall covering, countertop and cabinets around the range must be able to withstand the heat (up to 194°F) generated by the range.

− Discoloration, delamination or melting may occur.

− This range has been designed to comply with the maximum allowable wood cabinet temperatures of 194°F.

• Avoid placing cabinets above the range.

• If there are cabinets above the range, install a range hood that projects horizontally a minimum of 5 inches beyond the bottom of the cabinets.

− Doing so will reduce the risk of burns or fire caused by reaching into cabinets above the heated surface elements.

• Do not install the range in a humid area. Splashing the range with water or any electrolyte can result in electric shock.

• Do not let cooking grease or flammable material accumulate in or near the range.

− Doing so so can result in serious burns.

PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Remove all tape and packing materials before using the range. Dispose of all plastic bags after unpacking the range. Never allow children to play with packing materials.

You can download the installation and owner’s manual at: http://www.kenmore.com

WARNING

• The information in this manual should be followed exactly to avoid a fire or electric shock which may result in property damage, personal injury, or death.

WARNING

Tip - Over Hazard

A child or adult can tip the range and be killed. Verify the anti-tip bracket has been installed. Ensure the anti-tip bracket is engaged when the range is moved. Do not operate the range without the antitip bracket in place. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious burns to children and adults.

To check visually that leveling leg is inserted into bracket, grasp the top rear edge of the range and carefully attempt to tilt it forward.

bracket

CAUTION

• Wear gloves during the installation procedure.

− Failure to do so can result in bodily injury.

Keep these instructions with your Use & Care Guide for future reference.

• As when using any appliance generating heat, there are certain safety precautions you should follow.

• Be sure your range is installed and grounded properly by a qualified installer or service technician.

• Make sure the wall coverings around the range can withstand the heat generated by the range.

• To eliminate the need to reach over the surface elements, cabinet storage space above the elements should be avoided.

Leveling leg

TOOLS NEEDED

Phillips Screwdriver

Flat-blade

Screwdriver

/4” Nut Driver

Pliers

Tape Measure

Pencil

PARTS PROVIDED

Template (1)

Anchor Sleeves (4)

(For Anti-Tip Bracket Mounted on

Concrete Floors and Walls)

Level

Adjustable Wrench

Drill

Safety Glasses

Gloves

Anti-Tip Bracket Kit (1)

Lag Bolts (4)

NOTE

• Read all instructions contained in these installation instructions before installing range.

• Remove all tape and packing materials from the oven compartments before connecting the electrical supply to the range.

• Observe all governing codes and ordinances.

• Be sure to leave these instructions with the consumer.

• Dispose of all plastic bags after unpacking the range.

Never allow children to play with packing materials.

• You can download the Installation Guide and Use & Care Guide at: www.kenmore.com

PARTS NOT PROVIDED

(UL Approved 40 or 50 AMP)

4-Wire Cord OR 3-Wire Cord

Strain Relief

(For Conduit

Installations Only)

PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION

DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES

NOTE

Save for the use of the local electrical inspector.

For installation in CANADA, a Free-standing range is not to be installed closer than

/32" (12mm) from any

adjacent surface.

CAUTION

• The wall covering, countertop and cabinets around the range must be able to withstand the heat (up to 194°F) generated by the range.

− Discoloration, delamination or melting may occur.

− This range has been designed to comply with the maximum allowable wood cabinet temperatures of 194°F.

WARNING

• Use two or more people to move and install range. (Excessive Weight Hazard)

– Failure to do so can result in back injury or other injury.

• Do not use the oven handles to push, pull, or move the range.

− Doing so can result in serious damage to the door of the range.

CAUTION

• Avoid installing cabinets directly over the range.

• If cabinets are installed over the range, install a range hood that projects horizontally a minimum of 5 inches beyond the bottom of the cabinets.

− Doing so will reduce the risk of burns or fire caused by reaching above the heated surface elements.

Normal countertop depth

Countertop height

Cabinet

opening

Wall

Cabinet

(10cm)

15”(38cm)

6”

(15.2cm)

4”

9”

(23cm)

11”(28cm)

4”

(10cm)

Center

2.5”(6.3cm)2.5”(6.3cm)

5” (13cm)

(15.2cm)

9”

(23cm)

6”

2.5”

(6.3cm)

A = 30" (76.2 cm) For U.S.A

= 30" to 31" (76.2 to 78.7 cm) For CANADA

FIGURE 1

FIGURE 2

MINIMUM DIMENSIONS (Figure 2)

* 30" (76.2 cm) minimum clearance between the top of the cooking surface and the bottom of an unprotected wood or

metal cabinet; or 24" (60.9 cm) minimum when bottom of wood or metal cabinet is protected by not less than

/4" (6.4 cm) flame retardant millboard covered with not less than no. 28 MSG sheet steel, 0.015" (0.381 mm) stainless steel, 0.024" (0.610 mm) aluminum or 0.020" (0.508 mm) copper.

** 15" (38.1 cm) minimum between countertop and adjacent cabinet bottom.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION REQUIREMENTS

This appliance must be installed and grounded on a branch circuit by a qualified technician in accordance with the National Electrical code ANSI/NFPA NO. 70 - latest edition.

All wiring should conform to Local and NEC codes. This range requires a single-phase, 3 wire, AC 120/208V or 120/240V 60Hz electrical system. Use only a 3-conductor or a 4-conductor UL-listed range cord with closed-loop terminals, open-end spade lugs with upturned ends, or similar termination. DO NOT install the power cord without a strain relief.

A range cord rated at 40 amps with 120/240 minimum volt range is required. If a 50 amp range cord is used, it should be marked for use with 1

This appliance may be connected by means of conduit or power cord. If conduit is being used, go to page 9 for 3

wire conduit connections or page 10 for 4 wire conduit connections.

WARNING

• Power supply cord and plug should not be modified. If the plug will not fit in the outlet, have a proper outlet Installed by a qualified electrician.

• Do not use an extension cord to connect to power. Connect the power cord and plug directly.

• Electrical ground is required on this appliance.

• Make sure that the power cord is not pinched by the range or heavy objects.

− Failure to do so can result in serious burns or electrical shock.

Specified power-supply-cord kit rating

Range rating, watts Specified rating

120/240 volts

3-wire

8,750 -

16,500 16,501 22,500

3, 4 - Wire electrical wall Receptacle

/8” diameter connection openings.

Diameter (inches) of Range

connection Opening

Power cord Conduit

/4”

120/208 volts

3-wire

7,801 12,500

12,501 -

18,500

of powersupply- cord kit, amperes

40 or 50A501 3/8”

4 Wire receptacle (14-50R)

3 Wire receptacle (10-50R)

FIGURE 3

/8”

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

CONNECT RANGE CORD

WARNING

• Do not operate the range without the protective covering on the rear of the lower oven in place.

− Doing so can cause serious damage to the power cord, resulting in severe burns and electric shock.

The rear access cover must be removed. Loosen the three screws with a screwdriver. The terminal block will then be accessible.

Terminal block Access cover

Cord/Conduit

Rear of lower oven

connection plate

FIGURE 4

Use the cord/conduit connection plate to install the power cord or conduit. Leave the connection plate as installed for power cord installations. Remove the connection plate for conduit installations and use the smaller 1 1/8" (2.8 cm) conduit hole instead of the 1 3/8" (3.5 cm) power cord hole.

/8"

(Cord)

/8"

(Conduit)

Remove the conduit connection plate

FIGURE 5

Strain relief Conduit

Ring

Conduit

Body

Cord Strain relief

strain relief hole

Reinstall the cord/conduit connection plate

FIGURE 6

Protective cover

(2.8cm)

Cord/Conduit connection plate

Assemble the

Access cover

/8"

13/8"

(3.5cm)

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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

3-WIRE CONNECTION WITH A POWER SUPPLY CORD

WARNING

• The middle (neutral or ground) wire of a 3 wire power cord or a 3 wire conduit must be connected to the middle post of the main terminal block. The remaining two wires of the power cord or conduit must be connected to the outside posts of the main terminal connection block.

− Failure to do so can result in electrical shock, severe personal injury or death.

Install the power cord as follows:

For power cord installations, hook the strain relief over the power cord hole (1 oven. Insert the power cord through the strain relief and tighten it. (Refer to Figure 7.)

DO NOT install the power cord without a strain relief.

1. Remove the lower 3 screws from the terminal block and retain them. (Refer to Figure 8.)

2. Insert the 3 screws through each power cord terminal ring

and into the lower terminals of the terminal block. Make sure that the center wire (white/neutral) is connected to the center lower position of the terminal block.

3. Tighten 3 screws securely into the terminal block.

Do not remove the ground strap connections.

4. Go to page 11.

/8”) located below the rear of lower

Cord strain relief

Separate strain relief

before installation

Assemble the strain relief

to the 1

conduit connection plate

3-wire connection

Conduit connection plate

Power cord

/8” opening in

FIGURE 7

Black White Red

Terminal block

Conduit connection plate

FIGURE 8

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