Viking Professional VGSO166SS, VGSO166 Installation Instructions Manual

INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS

VGSO166 BUILT-IN GAS OVEN

Retain for Future Use

VIKING RANGE CORPORATION

111 Front Street

Greenwood, Mississippi (MS) 38930 USA

[phone]

IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW

•Before beginning, please read these instructions completely and carefully.

•Do not remove permanently affixed labels, warnings, or plates from the product. This may void the warranty.

•Please observe all local and national codes and ordinances.

•Please ensure that this product is properly grounded.

•The installer should leave these instructions with the consumer who should retain for local inspector’s use and for
future reference.

Installation must conform with local codes or in the absence of codes, the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1-latest
edition. IN CANADA: Installation must be in accordance with the current CAN/CGA B149.1 & 2 Gas Installation codes
and/or local codes. Electrical installation must be in accordance with the current CSA C22.1 Canadian Electrical Codes
Part 1 and/or local codes.

1. Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors
and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

2.

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•Do not try to light any appliance.

•Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any
phone in your building.

•Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s
phone.

•Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.

•If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire
department.

3. Installation and service must be performed by a
qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier.

WARNING

If not installed, operated and maintained in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, this
product could expose you to substances in fuel or
from fuel combustion which can cause death or
serious illness and which are known to cause cancer,
birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

WARNING: IF THE INFORMATION IN

THIS MANUAL IS NOT FOLLOWED
EXACTLY, A FIRE OR EXPLOSION MAY
RESULT CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE,
PERSONAL INJURY, OR DEATH.

For example, benzene is a chemical which is
part of the gas supplied to the cooking
product. It is consumed in the flame during
combustion. However exposure to a small
amount of benzene is possible if a gas leak
occurs. Formaldehyde and soot are by­products of incomplete combustion.
Properly adjusted burners with a bluish rather
than yellow flame will minimize incomplete

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General Information

1.

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The use of cabinets for storage above the appliance may result in a potential burn hazard.
Combustible items may ignite, metallic items may become hot and cause burns. If a cabinet storage is to be
provided the risk can be reduced by installing a rangehood that projects horizontally a minimum of 5” (12.7 cm)
beyond the bottom of the cabinets.

2.

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This appliance shall not be used for space heating. This information is based on safety

considerations.

3. All openings in the wall behind the appliance and in the floor under the appliance shall be sealed.

4. Keep appliance area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline, and other flammable vapors.

5. Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air.

6. Disconnect the electrical supply to the appliance before servicing.

7. When removing oven for cleaning and/or service;
A. Shut off gas at main supply
B. Disconnect AC power supply
C. Disconnect gas line to the inlet pipe.
D. Carefully remove the range by pulling outward.

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Range is heavy; use care in handling.

8. Electrical Requirement
Normal grounded household current 120 volts, 60 Hz, 15 amps, single phase. (GFI ground fault outlet not
recommended for use on oven.)

9. Gas Manifold Pressure
Natural gas - 5.0” W.C.P.
LP/Propane - 10.0” W.C.P.

10. Flexible Connection
If the unit is to be installed with flexible couplings and/or quick disconnect fittings, the installer must use a
flexible connector of at least 1/2” ID (1.3 cm) with suitable strain reliefs and comply with national and local
codes.

11. The misuse of oven doors (e.g. stepping, sitting, or leaning on them) can result in potential hazards and/or injuries.

12. If electrical power is not supplied or interrupted, the oven will not work. No attempt should be made to operate

the oven.

WARNING!!

ELECTRICAL GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the absence of codes, with the
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70-latest edition. Installation should be made by a licensed electrician.

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The power cord on this unit is equipped with a three-prong (grounding) plug which mates with standard three-prong
(grounding) wall receptacles. If there is any doubt as to whether the wall receptacle is properly grounded, the customer
should have it checked by a qualified technician.

DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, CUT OR REMOVE THE THIRD (GROUND) PRONG FROM THE POWER

PLUG.

INSERTION OF UNIT

Prepare the cabinet according to the cut-out infomration. Slide the uncartoned unit to the installation location on its
shipping base. Remove the base and lift and slide the unit 2/3 of the way into the cabinet. Remove the 2 stringers
from the bottom of the unit and slide it the rest of the way into the cabinet.

CAUTION

To prevent possible damage to cabinets and cabinet finishes, use only materials and finishes that will withstand
temperature up to 190

o

F (88oC), and that are moisture resistant. When cabinets are covered with laminates, an

appropriate heat-resistant adhesive must be used. Consult your cabinet manufacturer for proper specifications.

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Dimensions

•For double side-by-side installation, repeat single cutout
with 1½” (3.8 cm) minimum between openings.

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•The grounded electrical socket
should be placed above or
below the cutout(s).

•Do not install so that any oven
vent (top grill of oven) is located
below 36” (91.4 cm) from floor.

Description

Cutout width 33 7/8” (86.0 cm)
Cutout height 22 5/8” (57.5 cm)
Cutout depth Minimum 24” (61.0 cm); unit extends into cutout 23 7/8”

(60.6 cm); cord protrudes 1/2” (1.3 cm) beyond 23”

(58.4 cm)
Cutout height from floor Minimum 17” (43.2 cm)
Overall width 35 1/4” (89.5 cm)
Overall height 23” (58.4 cm)
Overall depth To edge of side- 25 1/4” (64.1 cm)

To end of handle bracket - 27 3/8” (69.5 cm)

With door open - 39 1/2” (100.3 cm)
Gas requirements Shipped natural gas standard; field convert to

LP/Propane with standard convertible regulator; accepts

standard 1/2” (1.3 cm) ID gas service line
Electrical requirements 120 VAC/60 Hz

4 ft. (121.9 cm)m 3-wire cord with grounded 3-prong

plug attached to product.
Maximum amp usage 8.0 amps
Infrared broil burner rating 18,000 BTU Nat./15,000 BTU LP

(5.3 kW Nat./4.4 kW LP)
Bake burner rating Two 15,000 BTU ea. Nat./LP

(Two 4.4 kW ea. Nat./LP)
Oven interior Dimensions Width - 24 1/8” (61.3 cm)

Height - 13 3/4” (34.9 cm)

Depth- 17 1/8” (43.5 cm)

Overall- 3.3 cu. ft. (94 liter)

•Convection Bake/Broil Oven

•Three Racks

Approximate shipping wt. 257 lb. (115.7 kg)

Specifications

Cabinet Mounting for Single
Oven

(See illustrations on p. 5)

•Place the oven in the cabinet cut-out.
(see p. 3 for dimensions)

•Remove all knobs, push buttons, and

bezels.

•Remove lower access panel (1), side trim

(2), and control panel trim (3).

•Insert 4 wood screws (4), which are

included with the oven, through the
cabinet side flange into the cabinet.

•Replace side trim (2), control panel trim

(3), and lower access panel (1).