Installation Instructions
30” French Door Built-in Double Wall Ovens
Questions? Call GE Appliances at 1.800.GE.CARES (1.800.432.2737) or visit
www.GEAppliances.com. In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or visit www.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.
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:
WARNING
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.
Be sure the oven is securely installed in a cabinet that is firmly attached to the house structure. Weight
on the oven door could cause the oven to tip and result in injury. Never allow anyone 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 by the oven.
Before beginning the installation, switch power off at the service panel and lock
MATERIALS YOU MAY NEED
Junction Box
Wire Nuts
Strain Relief Clamp for 1/2” Conduit
• 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.
• Product is for indoor use only.
TOOLS YOU MAY NEED
1/8” Drill Bit and Electric or Hand Drill
3/16” hex key
1/8” hex key
Phillips Screwdriver
Wire Strippers
1
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 any 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 separately and taped to the top
of the unit. Remove pedestal rails from separate box and set aside.
DESIGN INFORMATION
A double oven may be installed in a cabinet alone or above a warming drawer. See the label on
top of the oven for approved models.
IMPORTANT: Always refer to individual installation instructions packed with each product for
specific requirements.
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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 double ovens, the runners and braces
must support 400 lbs. (181 kg).
NOTE: If marks, blemishes or the cutout
opening are visible above the installed oven,
it may be necessary to add wood shims
under the runners until the marks or opening
are covered.
NOTE: If the cabinet does not have a front
frame and the sides are less than ¾” (1.9 cm)
thick, shim both sides equally to establish the
cutout width.
Suitable
Bracing
to Support
Runners
2" x 4" (5 cm x 10 cm)
or Equivalent Runners Level
with Bottom of Cutout
and Flush with Sides of Cutout
C
L
2 A
NOTE: If the cabinet does not have a front frame and the sides are less than ¾” (1.9 cm) thick,
shim both sides equally to establish the cutout width.
CUTOUT FOR DOUBLE OVENS (2 THERMAL OVENS)
H
Junction
Box
Location
(junction
box may
be located
in adjacent
cabinet)
B
F
D
J
C
G
E
Cutout Depth
23-1/2”
(59.7 cm) Min.
K
A
Dim. Description 30” Double Oven with
A Cabinet Width 30” (76.2 cm) 30” (76.2 cm)
B Cutout Width 28
C Cutout Height 5113»16” (131.6 cm) min.
D Clearance from cutout - side edges*
E
Clearance to Adjacent Corners, Drawers,
Walls, etc., When Door Is Open
F Clearance from cutout - top* 1” (2.5 cm) min.
G Clearance from cutout - bottom* 11»4” (3.2 cm) 11»4” (3.2 cm)
H Junction Box Location 9
J Height to Bottom of Junction Box 47” (119.4 cm) 47” (119.4 cm)
K Recommended Cutout Location from Floor 12” (30.5 cm) 12” (30.5 cm)
* Refers to minimum clearance required for wall oven installation and does not reflect actual product dimensions.
Pedestal
1
»2” (72.4 cm) min.
285»8” (72.7 cm) max.
5115»16” (131.9 cm) max.
11
»16” (1.75 cm)
23” (53.3 cm) min. 23” (53.3 cm) min.
(11»4” (3.2 cm)
1
»2” (24.1 cm) max.
right side only
30” Double Oven
without Pedestal
281»2” (72.4 cm) min.
285»8” (72.7 cm) max.
50 ¼” (127.64cm)
11
»16” (1.75 cm)
1” (2.5 cm) min.
(11»4” (3.2 cm)
91»2” (24.1 cm) max.
right side only
2 B
CUTOUT FOR INSTALLATION OVER A
WARMING DRAWER
NOTE: Install the oven only with specific models listed on the label located on top of the oven.
NOTE: Additional clearances between cutouts may be required. Check to be sure the oven
supports above the Warming Drawer location do not obstruct the required interior depth and height.
When installing a Warming Drawer below a double oven, a separate 120V, 60 HZ, properly
grounded receptacle must be installed. Refer to installation instructions packed with the Warming
Drawer for specific installation requirements.
Anti-Tip Block Against
Rear Wall Per Warming
Drawer Requirement
2" (5.1 cm)
Min.
Per Warming
Drawer
Requirement
3 A
WHEN TO USE THE PEDESTAL
When replacing an older GE Appliances 30” double wall oven with a new GE Appliances model.
Cutout height = 51-13/16” to 51-15/16”. This is our traditional cutout height.
WHEN NOT TO USE THE PEDESTAL
When replacing a 30” double wall oven from another manufacturer (ie. Whirlpool) with a new
GE Appliances 30” double wall oven. Cutout height = 50-1/4”. You will need to verify that the
existing cutout matches the 50-1/4” dimension.
If the new GE Appliances 30” double wall oven is being installed into new construction (ie. not a
replacement), then the recommended installation is to use the Pedestal.
DETERMINING WHEN TO USE THE PEDESTAL
3 B
A. Position the pedestal rails with the top cutout toward the front of the opening and the flanges
B. Drill pilot holes and attach rails to runner or bottom of cabinet with provided hardware.
PEDESTAL RAIL INSTALLATION
on the bottom, pointing toward the center. Locate each rail on the floor or cabinet runner,
slightly inward from the side of the cabinet. Make sure the front of each rail is not protruding
beyond the front of the cabinet opening.
Continue to Section 3.
LOWER DOOR REMOVAL (RECOMMENDED)
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NOTE: Door removal is not a requirement for installation of the product but is an added convenience.
To remove the lower oven door:
A. Open the oven door as far as it will go.
B. Remove hinge bracket from front frame and set aside. The hinge bracket
must be replaced for proper door functionality when door is reinstalled.
C. 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!
D. Place hands on both sides of the door and close the oven door to
the removal position (approximately 1”–2” [2.5 cm–5.1 cm] from the
closed position).
E. Lift the 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.
Hinge Bracket
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS (CONT.)
5
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. See the rating plate located on
the oven frame to determine the rating of the product.
Rating plate is located
on left side trim
Connected Appliance
Information is located
on left side trim
Attachment
screws
Top cutout
toward front
Flanges toward
center of cutout
Hinge Unlocked Position
Hinge Slot
Hinge Arm
5
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
installation.
WARNING
electrical hazard or fire. Use only connectors designed for joining copper to aluminum and follow the
manufacturer’s recommended procedure closely.
We recommend you have the electrical wiring and hookup of your appliance connected by a qualified
electrician. After installation, have the electrician show you how to disconnect power from the appliance.
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 four-conductor connection to an electric oven. When installing an electric oven in new
construction, a 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 properly grounded.
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 beginning
Improper connection of aluminum house wiring to copper leads can result in an
Hinge Clears Slot
Use the chart below to determine the minimum recommended dedicated circuit protection:
Recommended
KW Rating KW Rating Circuit Size
240V 208V (Dedicated)
.: .: $PS
4.9 KW–7.2 KW 4.2 KW–6.2 KW 30 Amp
7.3 KW–9.6 KW 6.3 KW–8.3 KW 40 Amp
9.7 KW–12.0 KW 8.4 KW–10.4 KW 50 Amp
DO NOT shorten the flexible conduit. The conduit strain relief clamp must be securely attached to the
junction box and the flexible conduit must be securely attached to the clamp. If the flexible conduit will
not fit within the clamp, do not install the oven until a clamp of the proper size is obtained.
The 3 power leads supplied with this appliance are suitable for connection to heavier gauge household
wiring. The insulation of these 3 leads is rated for temperatures much higher than the temperature
rating of the household wiring. The current-carrying capacity of the conductor is governed by the wire
gauge and the temperature rating of the insulation around the wire.
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MAKE ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
WARNING
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.
Place oven on table or platform even with the cutout opening. For a double oven, the platform must
support 400 lbs. (181 kg). Connect the flexible conduit to the electrical junction box as shown below*.
Position the conduit in such a manner that it will lie behind the unit in a natural loop when the oven is
installed. You will need to purchase an appropriate strain relief clamp to complete the connection of the
conduit to the junction box.
Switch power off at the service panel and lock the service disconnecting means
Junction Box
Ground
Conduit
Wire
THREE-CONDUCTOR BRANCH CIRCUIT CONNECTION
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NOTE: If residence leads are aluminum conductors, see
WARNING in Section 5, Electrical Requirements.
When connecting to a three-conductor branch circuit, if local
codes permit:
A. Connect the oven ground conductor along with the
neutral (white) lead to the branch circuit neutral (white
or gray in color), using a wire nut.
B. Connect the oven red lead to the branch circuit red
lead and the oven black lead to the branch circuit black
lead in accordance with local codes, using wire nuts.
C. Install proper strain relief clamp.
D. Install junction box cover.
Range
conduit
snaps
into box
Red
Junction Box Cover
Black
Neutral wire
connection
Ground and
neutral wires (white)
Branch
circuit
Alternate
knockout
Tape or Crimp
SLIDE OVEN INTO OPENING
9
• Lift oven into cabinet cutout using
the oven opening as a grip. Carefully
push against oven front frame. Do
not push against outside edges.
MOUNT THE OVEN
10
WARNING
falling out of the cabinet, causing serious injury.
NOTE: During oven mounting step, ensure that no damage is done to oven gasket which lines
the edge of oven cavity.
NOTE: Before drilling the pilot holes, make sure the oven is pushed as far back into the opening
as it will go and is centered.
NOTE: If the cabinet is particle board, you must use #8 x ¾” particle board screws. These may
be purchased at any hardware store.
A. Drill through the mounting holes (top and bottom) of the side trim for the #8 mounting screws
provided.
B. Secure the oven cabinet with the screws provided.
Mounting screws must be used. Failure to do so could result in the oven
Ground
Strain Relief Clamp
Place Oven on a
Support to Assist in
Connecting Conduit
* Ovens come equipped with a 40” long conduit. If a longer conduit is desired, there may be one
available for your model. To check availability or order parts, call GE Appliances at 1.800.GE.CARES.
(not included) Must Be
Used at Junction Box
Red
White
Black
FOUR-CONDUCTOR BRANCH CIRCUIT CONNECTION
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NOTE: If residence leads are aluminum conductors, see WARNING in Section 5, Electrical
Requirements.
When connecting to a four-conductor branch circuit, if local
codes permit:
A. Free the neutral (white) lead from being restrained to any
other wires. If necessary, cut the neutral (white) lead and
then re-strip it to expose the proper length of conductor.
B. Attach the appliance grounding lead (green or bare copper)
in accordance with local codes.
C. Connect the oven neutral (white) lead to the branch circuit
neutral (white or gray) in accordance with local codes, using
a wire nut.
D. Connect the oven red lead to the branch circuit red lead and
the oven black lead to the branch circuit black lead in ac cordance with local codes, using wire nuts.
E. Install proper strain relief clamp.
F. Install junction box cover.
Range
conduit
snaps
into box
Red
Junction Box Cover
Black
White
Branch
circuit
Ground
wires
Alternate
knockout
The Screws Must
Be a Minimum of
1/4” (6 mm) From the
Front of the Cutout.
Mounting
Hole
Locations
(hole locations
may vary)
Mounting
Hole
Locations
(hole locations
may vary)
11
BOTTOM TRIM INSTALLATION
With oven installed, attach the bottom trim through its mounting holes in front vertical brace using
two trim screws provided. Bottom trim lip must be placed under flange of bottom air duct.
Installations without a Pedestal
Installations with a Pedestal
IMPORTANT: If this unit is ever removed from the cabinet or the oven is ever pulled out for
service, the bottom trim must be removed first or damage to the trim will occur.
OVEN RACK GUIDE INSTALLATION
12
A. Locate included oven rack guide mounting hardware.
B. Place oven rack guides on cavity wall studs with L bracket towards back of cavity as shown.
C. Install guides using the 8 provided mounting nuts.
French doors removed for
illustration clarity only
Metal Posts to
be installed in
the rear of cavity
Oven rack
Lower oven door removed
for illustration clarity only
guide shown
in place.
DOOR ADJUSTMENT MECHANISM
13
Door Adjustment Mechanism is located on both the right and left doors at the bottom hinges. Only
the left side Adjustment Mechanism is shown in this manual.
NOTE: Adjust the doors inward only until the center gap is even. Over-adjusting can damage the
center seals and make the doors more difficult to open.
A. Using 3/16” hex key, tighten Vertical Adjustment Screw to adjust door up and loosen to adjust
door down.
B. Horizontal Adjustment Screws pivot
the door about an axis. Using a 1/8”
Hex Key, loosen both screws, then
tighten appropriate screw to pivot
door. Once door is in place, verify
both screws are tightened.
EXAGGERATED EXAMPLES FOR
LEFT DOOR ADJUSTMENT
Example 1: Left door low,
center gap even.
Steps for adjustment:
A. Tighten left Vertical
Adjustment Screw.
B. If left door is still low, loosen
right Vertical Adjustment
Screw.
Horizontal Adjustment Screws
Vertical Adjustment Screw
Example 2: Left door low,
center gap larger at bottom.
Steps for adjustment:
A. Loosen inside Horizontal
Adjustment Screw.
B. Tighten outside Horizontal
Adjustment Screw until
center gap even.
C. If left door is still low, tighten
left Vertical Adjustment
Screw.
D. Tighten inside Horizontal
Adjustment Screw.
Example 3: Left door high,
center gap larger at top.
Steps for adjustment:
A. Loosen outside Horizontal
Adjustment Screw.
B. Tighten Outside Horizontal
Adjustment Screw until
center gap even.
C. If left door is still low, tighten
Left Vertical Adjustment
Screw.
D. Tighten Inside Horizontal
Adjustment Screw.
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REPLACING THE LOWER 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.
A. Lift the oven door by grasping each side.
B. With the door at the same angle as the removal position (approximately
1”–2” [2.5 cm–5.1 cm] from the closed 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.
C. Fully open the door. If the door will not fully open, the indentation is not
seated correctly in the bottom edge of the slot.
D. Push the hinge locks up against the front frame of the oven cavity,
to the locked position.
E. Replace hinge bracket. The hinge bracket must be replaced for proper
door functionality.
F. Close the oven door.
Hinge in
Locked
Position
Notch of Hinge
Securely Fitted
Into Bottom of
Hinge Slot
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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 that all packing material and tape have been removed. Failure to remove these materials
could result in damage to the appliance once the appliance has been turned on and surfaces
have heated.
• Remove all items from inside the oven.
• Check to be sure that the mounting screws are installed and flush with the side trim
(see Section 10).
• Check that the bottom trim is installed properly (see Section 11).
• Ensure that air duct opening at bottom of unit is free of obstructions.
• Check that oven rack guides are installed correctly and oven racks function smoothly.
Bottom
Edge of
Slot
Hinge Notch
Hinge
Arm
Hinge Bracket
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OPERATION CHECKLIST
• Turn on the power to the oven (refer to your Owner’s Manual). Verify that the bake and broil
units and all cooking functions operate properly.
• See your Owner’s Manual for the troubleshooting list.
• Be sure all of the oven controls are OFF before leaving the oven.