Whirlpool GS440LEMT2, GS440LEMT1, GS440LEMQ2, GS440LEMQ1, GS440LEMB2 Installation Guide

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TABLEOF CONTENTS

TABLEDESMATXERES

RANGE SAFETY .......................................................................... 2

iNSTALLATiON REQUIREMENTS .............................................. 4

Tools and Parts .......................................................................... 4

Location Requirements .............................................................. 4

Electrical Requirements ............................................................ 6

Gas Supply Requirements ........................................................ 6

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ............................................ 8

Unpack Range ............................................................................ 8

install Anti-Tip Bracket .............................................................. 8

Verify Anti-Tip Bracket Location ................................................ 9

Level Range ................................................................................ 9

Make Gas Connection ................................................................ 9

Electronic ignition System ...................................................... 10

Replace Oven Racks & Storage or Warming Drawer .............. 12

Complete installation .............................................................. 12

GAS CONVERSIONS ............................................................... 13

LP Gas Conversion .................................................................. 13

Natural Gas Conversion ........................................................... 15

RANGESAFETY

S¢:CURITr_ DE LA CUISINI-RE .............................................. 19

EXIGENCES D'INSTALLATION ................................................ 20

Outillage et pi_ces .................................................................... 20

Emplacement d'instaflation ...................................................... 20

Specifications electriques ....................................................... 22

Specifications de I'aJimentation en gaz .................................. 22

INSTRUCTIONS D'INSTALLATION ........................................ 24

Debaliage de la cuisiniere ........................................................ 24

installation de la bride antibasculement .................................. 24

Verification de I'emplacement de Ia bride antPbascubment ..25

Mise& niveau de la cuisini_ra .................................................. 26

Raccordement & Ia canal!sat!on de gaz .................................. 26

Syst_me d'allumage 6tectronique ............................................ 27

Reinstaliation des grilles dans le four et du tiroir

de tern!sage ou du tiroir-rechaud .............................................. 29

Achever Hnstallation ................................................................ 29

CONVERSIONS POUR CHANGEMENT DE GAZ .................. 30

Conversion pour I'alimentation au propane ............................ 30

Conversion pour I'alimentation au gaz natural ........................ 33

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol, This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others,

Al! safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or 'WARNING," These words mean:

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions.

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can

happen if the instructions are not followed.

WARNING: For your safety, the information in this manuam must be followed to minimize_

the risk of fire or explosion, or to prevent property damage, persona_ injury, or death. 1

- Do not store or use gasoline or other flammaHe vapors and _iquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

- WHAT TO DO _F YOU SMELL GAS:

®Do not try to _ight any appliance. ®Do not touch any e_ectrica_ switch; do not use any phone in your building.

®C_ear the room, buimding, or area of aH occupants. ®_mmediate_y call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supp_ier's

instructions.

®ff you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.

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

In the State of Massachusetts, the following installation instructions apply: ,,, Installations and repairs must be performed by a qualified or licensed contractor, plumber, or gasfitter qualified or licensed by

the State of Massachusetts.

,,, If using a ball valve, it shall be a Tohandle type. ,,, A flexible gas connector, when used, must not exceed 3 feet.

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Tip Over Hazard

A child or adult can tip the range and be killed.

Connect anti-tip bracket to rear range foot. Reconnect the antiotip bracket, if the range is moved.

Failure to fol!ow these instructions can result in death or serious burns to children and adults.

(NSTALLATIONREQUIREMENTS

Assemble the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the safety instructions provided with any tools listed here.

Tools needed

,. Tape measure [] Marker or pencil [] Flat-blade screwdriver [] Masking tape [] Phillips screwdriver [] Pipe-joint compound

[] Level resistant to LP gas [] Hand or electric drill [] 3/16''(4.8 mm) carbide-

tipped masonry drill bit (for

[] Hammer concrete/ceramic floors) [] Channel lock pliers [] Noncorrosive leak-detection

[] Pipe wrench solution [] ls/16"comb(nation wrench For LP/Natural Gas

[] %" drive ratchet Conversions [] %" nut driver [] 1/2"combination wrench

[] 1/8"(3.2 mm) drill bit (for [] 7 mm combination wrench

wood floors) [] 7 mm nut driver

[] Size T20 Torx screwdriver

Parts supplied Check that all parts are included.

A.Anti-tip Bracket B. Plastic anchors (2)

C. #10x ½"screws (2)

Brackets must be securely mounted to subfioor. Thickness of

flooring may require longer screws to anchor bracket to subfioor. Longer screws are available from your local

hardware store.

Parts needed Check local codes and consult gas supplier. Check existing gas

supply and electrical supply. See "Electrical Requirements" and "Gas Supply Requirements" sections.

IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances. Do not obstruct flow of combustion and ventilation air.

[] It is the instaUer's responsibility to comply with installation

clearances specified on the model/serial rating plate. The model/serial rating plate is located on the oven frame behind

the storage drawer panel.

[] The range should be located for convenient use in the

kitchen.

[] Recessed installations must provide complete enclosure of

the sides and rear of the range.

[] To eliminate the risk of burns or fire by reaching over heated

surface units, cabinet storage space located above the surface units should be avoided. If cabinet storage is to be

provided, the risk can be reduced by lnstaUlng a range hood that projects horizontally a minimum of 5" (12.7 cm) beyond

the bottom of the cabinets.

[] All openings in the wall or floor where range is to be installed

must be sealed.

[] Do not seal the range to the side cabinets. [] Cabinet opening dimensions that are shown must be used.

Given dimensions are minimum clearances.

[] The floor anti-tip bracket must be installed. To install the anti-

tip bracket shipped with the range, see "Install Anti-Tip

Bracket" sect(on.

[] Grounded electrical supply is required. See "Electrical

Requirements" section. Proper gas supply connection must

be available. See "Gas Supply Requirements" section.

[] Contact a qualified floor covering installer to check that the

floor covering can withstand at least 200°F (93°C).

[] Use an insulated pad or 1/4"(0.64 cm) plywood under range if

installing range over carpeting.

IMPORTANT: Some cabinet and building materials are not designed to withstand the heat produced by the oven for baking

and self-cleaning. Check with your builder or cabinet supplier to make sure that the materials used will not discolor, delaminate or

sustain other damage. Mobile Home - Additional (nstallation Requirements

The installation of this range must conform to the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280

(formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile Home Construction and Safety, Title 24, HUD Part 280). When such standard is not

applicable, use the Standard for Manufactured Home Installations, ANSI A225.1/N FPA 501A or with local codes.

In Canada, the instaUatlon of this range must conform with the current standards CAN/CSA-A240-1atest edition, or with local codes.

Mobile home installations require: [] When this range is installed in a mobile home, it must be

secured to the floor during transit. Any method of securing the range is adequate as long as it conforms to the standards

(lsted above.

ProductDimensions

Installation Clearances

Cabinet opening dimensions shown are for 25" (64 cm) countertop depth, 24" (61 cm) base cabinet depth and 36" (91.4 cm) counte_top height=

If the cabinet depth is greater than 24" (6! cm) oven frame must extend beyond cabinet fronts by 1/2"(13 mm) minimum=

(68_9 cm) depth with

handle

25" (63.5 cm)

29-7/8" (75.9 cm) width

36"

(91,4cm)

cooktop

height

(119.1 cm)

13" (33 cm) ./clearance to

For minimum

upper cabinet depth /top of cooktop,

30" (76,2 cm) min, see NOTE

_ opening width

18" (45.7cm) upperside cabinet

46-7/8"

overall height

NOTE: 24" (61 cm) minimum when bottom of wood or metal cabinet is protected by not Iess than 1/4"(0=64cm) flame retardant

millboard covered with not less than No=28 MSG sheet steel,

0.015" (0.4 mm) stainless steel, 0=024" (0=6mm) aluminum or 0=020" (0.5 mm) copper.

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

cabinet=

ElectricalShockHazard

Plugintoagrounded3prongoutlet. Donotremovegroundprong. Donotuseanadapter.

Donotuseanextension cord.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,

fire, or electrical shock.

IMPORTANT: The range must be electrically grounded in accordance with Iocal codes and ordinances, or in the absence of

local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 or Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1

If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is recommended that a qualified ebctrical installer determine that

the ground path is adequate.

A copy of the above code standards can be obtained from:

National Fire Protection Association

One Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269.

CSA International

8501 East Pleasant Valley Road

Cbveland, Ohio 44131-5575

[] A 120-volt, 60-Hz, AC-only, 15 amp, fused electrical circuit is

required. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is also recommended. It is recommended that a separate circuit

serving only this range be provided.

[] Electronic ignition systems operate within wide voltage limits,

but proper grounding and polarity are necessary, in addition

to checking that the outlet provides 120-volt power and is correctly grounded, the outlet must be checked by a qualified

electrician to see that it is wired with correct polarity. This range is equipped with an electronic ignition system that

wilI not operate if plugged into an outlet that is not properly

polarized.

[] The wiring diagram is located on the underside of the storage

drawer or below the warming drawer in a clear plastic bag.

NOTE: The metal chassis of the range must be grounded in order

for the control panel to work. If the metal chassis of the range is

not grounded, no keypads will operate. Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the metal chassis of

the range is grounded.

Explosion Hazard

Use a new AGA or CSA approved gas supply line. Securely tighten aH gas connections.

If connected to LP, have a qualified person make sure gas pressure does not exceed 14" (36 cm) water

column. Examples of a qualified person include:

licensed heating personnel, authorized gas company personnel, and

authorized service personnel Faiture to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

Observe all governing codes and ordinances. IMPORTANT: This installation must conform with all local codes

and ordinances, in the absence of local codes, installation must conform with American National Standard, National Fuel Gas

Code ANSi Z223.1 - latest edition or CAN/CGA B149 - latest edition.

Type of Gas

Natural Gas: This range is design-certified by the American Gas Association

(A.G.A.) for use with natural gas or, after proper conversion, for use with LP gas.

[] This range is factory set for use with natural gas. See "Gas

Conversions" section. The model/serial rating plate !ocated on the frame behind the storage drawer has information on the

types of gas that can be used. Ifthe types of gas listed do not include the type of gas available, check with the local gas

supplier.

LP Gas conversion: Conversion must be done by a qualified service technician.

No attempt shall be made to convert the appliance from the gas specified on the model/serial rating plate for use with a different

gas without consuIting the serving gas supplier. See "Gas Conversions" section.

Gas Supply Line

Provide a gas supply line of %" rigid pipe to the range location. A smaller size pipe on Ionger runs may result in insufficient gas supply. Pipe joint compounds that resist the

action of LP gas must be used. Do not use TEFLOW _'ttape. With LP gas, piping or tubing size can be _A"minimum.

Usually, LP gas suppliers determine the size and materials used in the system.

6 €@TEFLON is a registered trademark of E,L Du Pont De Nemours and Company.

Fmexib_emetal appliance connector: [] if local codes permit, a new A.GaA./CaSaA.design-certified,

4 - 5 ft (122 - 152.4 cm) long, !/2"(1.3 cm) ors/4'' (1.9 cm) LD. flexible metal appliance connector may be used for

connecting range to the gas supply line.

Burner _nput Requirements

Input ratings shown on the model/serial rating plate are for elevations up to 2,000 ft (609.6 m).

For elevations above 2,000 ft (60%6 m), ratings are reduced at a rate of 4% for each 1,000 ft (304.8 m) above sea level (not

applicable for Canada).

[] A 1/2"(1.3 cm) male pipe thread is needed for connection to

the female pipe threads of the inlet to the appliance gas pressure regulator.

[] Do not kink or damage the flexible metal tubing when moving

the range.

Rigid pipe connection:

The rigid pipe connection requires a combination of pipe fittings to obtain an in-line connection to the range. The rigid pipe must

be level with the range connection. All strains must be removed

from the supply and fue! lines so range will be level and in line.

[] Must include a shutoff valve:

The supply line must be equipped with a manua! shutoff valve. This valve should be located in the same room but

external to the range. It should be in a location that allows ease of opening and closing. Do not block access to shutoff

valve. The valve is for turning on or shutting off gas to the range.

Gas Supply Pressure Testing

Line pressure testing above 1/2psi gauge (14" WCP) The range and its individual manual shutoff valve must be

disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures greater than

1Apsi (3.5 kPa). Line pressure testing at 1/_psi gauge (14" WCP) or _ower

The range must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by dosing its individual manual shutoff valve during any pressure

testing of that system at test pressures equal to or less than 1Apsi (3.5 kPa).

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A. Gas supp!y /ine B. Shutoff valve "open" position C. To range

Gas Pressure Regulator

The gas pressure regulator supplied with this range must be

used. The inlet pressure to the regulator should be as follows for proper operation:

Natura_ Gas: Minimum pressure: 5" WCP

Maximum pressure: 14" WCP

LP Gas:

Minimum pressure: 11" WCP Maximum pressure: 14" WCP

Contact local gas supplier if you are not sure about the inlet pressure.

iNSTALLATiONiNSTRUCTiONS

1. Remove shipping materials, tape and protective film from range. Keep cardboard bottom under range. Remove oven

racks and parts package from inside oven.

2. Take 4 cardboard corners from the carton. Stack one cardboard corner on top of another. Repeat with the other 2

corners. Place them lengthwise on the floor behind the range to support the range when it is laid on its back. Using 2 or

more peopie, firmly grasp the range and gently lay it on its back on the cardboard corners.

3. Pull cardboard bottom firmly to remove.

4. Use an adjustable wrench to loosen the leveling legs.

5. Place cardboard or hardboard in front of range. Using 2 or more people, stand range back up onto cardboard or

hardboard.

If countertop is not flush with cabinet opening edge, Nigh

template with overhang.

If cabinet opening is wider than specified in the "Location Requirements" section, adjust template so range will be

centered in cabinet opening. To mount anti-tip bracket to wood floor, drill two 1/8"(3.2 mm)

holes at the posNons marked on the bracket template.

Remove template from floor.

Tip Over Hazard

A child or adult can tip the range and be killed.

Connect anti-tip bracket to rear range foot. Reconnect the antiotip bracket, if the range is moved.

ISaHureto follow these instructions can result in death

or serious burns to children and adults.

Contact a qualified floor covering installer for the best procedure

for drilling mounting holes through your type of floor covering.

Before moving range, slide range onto shipping base, cardboard or hardboard.

1. Remove template from the anti-tip bracket kit (found inside the oven cavity).

2. Place template on the floor in cabinet opening so that the left edge is against cabinet and top edge is against rear wall,

molding or cabinet.

3. Tape template in place.

To mount anti-tip bracket to concrete or ceramic floor, use a s/18"(4.8 mm) masonry drill bit to drill 2 holes at the positions

marked on the bracket template. Remove template from floor.

Tap plastic anchors into holes with a hammer.

Align anti-tip bracket holes with holes in floor. Fasten anti-tip bracket with screws provided.

Depending on the thickness of your flooring, longer screws

may be necessary to anchor the bracket to the subfloor.

Longer screws are available from your local hardware store.

8. Move range close to opening. Remove shipping base, cardboard or hardboard from under range.

9. Connect power supply cord as described in the "Electrical Connection" section.

10. Move range into final position making sure rear leveling leg slides into anti-tip bracket.

11. Continue installing your range using the following installation

8 instructions.

1, Moverangeclosetocabinetopening. 2, Removecardboardorhardboardfromunderrange.CarefuJly

moverangeintofinalposition.

3, Pulldraweropentofirststopposition.Liftfrontofdrawerto

cleardrawerguides.Removedrawerandsetitasideona protectedsurface.SeeUseandCareGuideforyourmodel

drawerremoval.

Typical rigid pipe connection A combination of pipe fittings must be used to connect the range

to the existing gas line. Your connections may be different, according to the supply line type, size and location.

1, Apply pipe-joint compound made for use with LP gas to all

pipe thread connections.

2, Using a pipe wrench to tighten, connect the gas supply to the

range.

Making sure the anti-tip bracket is installed: [] Look for the anti-tip bracket securely attached to floor.

[] Slide range back so rear range foot is under anti-tip bracket.

if installing the range in a mobile home, you must secure the

range to the floor. Any method of securing the range is adequate as long as it conforms to the standards in the

"Location Requirements" section.

Place rack in oven. Place level on rack, first side to side; then

front to back.

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A. Gas pressure regulator F{Manual gas shutoff valve B. 90 ° elbow G. ½" or ¾" gas pipe C. Nipple H. Nipple

D. Union L Union

E.Black iron pipe J. 90° elbow

Typical flexible connection 1, Apply pipe-joint compound made for use with LP gas to the

smaller thread ends of the flexible connector adapters (see B and G in following illustration).

2. Attach one adapter to the gas pressure regulator and the other adapter to the gas shutoff valve. Tighten both adapters.

3, Use a 1_16"combination wrench and channel lock pliers to

attach the flexible connector to the adapters. Check that connector is not kinked.

A B C

If range is not level, pull range forward until rear leveling leg is removed from the anti-tip bracket. Use %" drive ratchet and

channel lock pliers to adjust leveling legs up or down until range is level. Push range back into position. Check that rear leveling

leg is engaged in anti-tip bracket. NOTE: Oven must be level for satisfactory baking performance.

A. Gas pressure regulator B. Use pipe-joint compound C. Adapter (must have ½" male

pipe thread)

D. Flexible connector

H G F

E. Manual gas shutoff valve F. ½" or ¾" gas pipe

G. Use pipe-joint compound

H,Adapter

Complete Connection 1, Check that the gas pressure regulator shutoff valve is in the

"on" position,

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A.Gas pressure regulator shutoff valve

2, Open the manual shutoff valve in the gas supply line. The

valve is open when the handle is parallel to the gas pipe,

A. Closed valve B. Open valve

Check Operation of Cooktop Burners

Standard Surface Burners Push in and turn each control knob to the "LFE" position,

The flame should light within 4 seconds. The first time a burner is lit it may take longer than 4 seconds to light because of air in the

gas line, if burners do not might properly: [] Turn cooktop control knob to the "OFF" position,

[] Check that the range is plugged in and the circuit breaker has

not tripped or the fuse blown,

[] Check that the gas shutoff valves are set to the "open"

position,

[] Check that burner caps are properly positioned on burner

bases,

[] Repeat start-up, If a burner does not light at this point,

contact your dealer or authorized service company for assistance.

3, Test all connections by brushing on an approved noncorrosive

leak-detection solution, Bubbles will show a leak, Correct any leak found,

4, Remove cooktop burner caps and grates from parts package,

Burner caps should be level when properly positioned, If burner caps are not properly positioned, surface burners will

not light, Place burner grates over burners and caps,

E_ectrica_ Shock Hazard

P_ug into a grounded 3 prong out_et. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter.

Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,

fire, or e_ectrica_ shock.

Adjust flame height

Adiust the height of top burner flames. The cooktop "low" burner flame should be a steady blue flame approximately 1/4"(0.64 cm) high.

A. Low flame B. High flame

If the "_ow" flame needs to be adjusted: Standard burner adjustment The flame can be adjusted using the adiustment screw in the

center of the valve stem. The control knob stem is located directly underneath the control knob.

5, Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet,

_nitial lighting and gas flame adjustments Cooktop and oven burners use electronic igniters in place of

standing pilots, When the cooktop control knob is turned to the "LITE" position, the system creates a spark to light the burner,

This sparking continues, as long as the control knob is turned to

"LITE." When the oven control is turned to the desired setting, sparking

occurs and ignites the gas,

A. Control knob stem B. Screwdriver

1, Remove the control knob. 2, Hold the control knob stem with a pair of pliers, Use a small

flat-blade screwdriver to turn the screw located in the center of the control knob stem until the flame is the proper size,

3, Replace the control knob. 4, Test the flame by turning the control from "LO" to "HI,"

checking the flame at each setting.

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