Whirlpool SF378LEPS3, SF378LEPB3, SF378LEPQ3 Installation Guide

INSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONS

30"(76CM)FREESTANDINGGASRANGES

INSTRUCTIONSPOURL'INSTALLATIONDES

CUISINIERESAGAZAUTOPORTANTESDE30"(76,2CM)

Table of Contents

RAN GE SAFETY ............................................... 2

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS .................. 3

Tools and Parts .............................................. 3

Location Requirements ................................. 3

Electrical Requirements ................................. 5

Gas Supply Requirements ............................. 5

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS .................... 7

Unpack Range ............................................... 7

Install Anti-Tip Bracket .................................. 7

Verify Anti-Tip Bracket Location .................... 8

Level Range ................................................... 8

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

Electronic Ignition System ........................... 10

Replace Oven Racks and Storage

or Warming Drawer ...................................... 11

Complete Installation ................................... 11

GAS CONVERSIONS ...................................... 12

LP Gas Conversion ...................................... 12

Replace Oven Racks and Storage

or Warming Drawer ...................................... 14

Complete Installation ................................... 14

Natural Gas Conversion .............................. 14

Replace Oven Racks and Storage

or Warming Drawer ...................................... 15

Complete Installation ................................... 15

ANTI-TIP BRACKET TEMPLATE ................. 31

Table des mati_res

SleCURITle DE LA CUISINIERE ..................... 16

EXIGENCES D'INSTALLATION ..................... 17

Outillage et pi_ces ....................................... 17

Emplacement d'installation ......................... 17

Specifications _lectriques ........................... 19

Specifications de I'alimentation en gaz ...... 19

INSTRUCTIONS D'INSTALLATION .............. 21

D_ballage de la cuisiniere ........................... 21

Installation de la bride antibasculement ..... 21

V_rification de I'emplacement de

la bride antibasculement ............................. 22

Mise h niveau de la cuisini_re ..................... 22

Raccordement h la canalisation de gaz ...... 23

Systeme d'allumage _lectronique ............... 24

R_installation des grilles darts lefour et

du tiroir de remisage ou du tiroir-r_chaud .. 25

Achever I'installation .................................... 25

CONVERSIONS POUR

CHANGEMENT DE GAZ ................................ 26

Conversion pour I'alimentation au propane 26

R_installation des grilles du four et

du tiroir de remisage ou du tiroir-r_chaud .. 28

Achever I'installation .................................... 28

Conversion pour I'alimentation au gaz nature128

R_installation des grilles du four et

du tiroir de remisage ou du tiroir-r_chaud .. 30

Achever I'installation .................................... 30

GABARIT POUR LA BRIDE

ANTIBASCULEMENT .................................... 31

iMPORTANT:
installer: Leave installation instructions with the homeowner.

Homeowner: Keep installation instructions for future reference.
Save installation instructions for local electrical inspector's use.

iMPORTANT :
Installateur : Remettre les instructions d'installation au proprietaire.

Proprietaire : Conserver les instructions d'installation pour reference ulterieure.
Conserver les instructions d'installation pour consultation par I'inspecteur local des installations electriques.

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RANGESAFETY

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.

All 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.

I WARNING: For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize

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

- Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this

or any other appliance.

- WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:

• Do not try to light any appliance.

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

• Clear the room, building, or area of all occupants.

• 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.

- Installation 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 T-handle type.
[] A flexible gas connector, when used, must not exceed 3 feet.

A child or adult can tip the range and be killed.
Connect anti-tip bracket to rear range foot.

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Reconnect the anti-tip bracket, if the range is moved.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious burns to children and adults.

INSTALIATIONREQUIREMENTS

Gather 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

• Hand or electric drill • S_e"(4.8 mm) carbide-tipped

• Hammer concrete/ceramic floors)

• Channel lock pliers • Noncorrosiveleak-detection

• Pipe wrench

• r%6" combination wrench Conversions

• %" drive ratchet • 1/2"combination wrench

• %" nut driver • %" combination wrench

• r/s" (3.2 mm) drill bit (for • %6" nut driver
wood floors)

resistant to LP gas

masonry drill bit (for

solution

For LP/Natural Gas

• Quadrex _ or Phillips
screwdriver

Parts supplied

Checkthat all parts are included.

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A. Anti-tip bracket
B. Plastic anchors (2)
C. #10 x W' screws (2)

Brackets must be securely mounted to subfloor. Thickness of
flooring may require longer screws to anchor bracket to

subfloor. 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 installer'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 installing 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" section.

• 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 Installation 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/NFPA 501A or with local codes.

In Canada, the installation 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
listed above.

1-OQUADREX is a registered trademark of Quadrex Consulting, Inc.

ProductDimensions

Installation Clearances

Freestanding Range

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

36" (91.4 cm) countertop height.
If the cabinet depth is greater than 24" (61 cm), oven frame must

extend beyond cabinet fronts by 1/2"(13 mm) minimum.

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A. 27W' (68.9 cm) depth with handle
B. 36" (91.4 cm) cooktop height

C. 46%" (119.1 cm) overall height
D. 29%" (75.9 cm) width

E.25" (63.5 cm)

A. 18" (45.7 cm) upper side cabinet to countertop
B. 13" (33 cm) max. upper cabinet depth
C. 30" (76.2 cm) min. opening width
D. For minimum clearance to top of cooktop, see NOTE*
E. 30V8" (76.5 cm) min. opening width

F. This shaded area recommended for installation of

rigid gas pipe
G. 8" (20.3 cm)
H. 17" (43.2 cm)

I. 4W' (11.4 cm)

J. 2" (5.1cm)

K. 2" (5.0 cm) min. clearance from both sides of range to side

wall or other combustible material.

*NOTE: 24" (61 cm) minimum when bottom of wood or metal

cabinet is protected by not less than 1/4"(0.64 cm) flame retardant

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

0.015" (0.4 mm) stainless steel, 0.024" (0.6 mm) 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.

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
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 electrical shock.

IMPORTANT: The range must be electrically grounded in
accordance with local 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

This range is equipped with an electronic ignition system that will

not operate if plugged into an outlet that is not properly polarized.
If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is

recommended that a qualified electrical 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

Cleveland, OH 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. Check that

the outlet provides 120-volt power and is correctly grounded.

• 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 CSA International approved gas supply line.

Install a shut-off valve.

Securely tighten all 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.

Failure 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 CSA International 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 located on
the frame behind the storage drawer has information on the

types of gas that can be used. If the 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 consulting the serving gas supplier. See "Gas
Conversions" section.

Gas Supply Line

Gas Pressure Regulator

• Provide a gas supply line of sA" (1.9 cm) rigid pipe to the range
location. A smaller size pipe on longer runs may result in

insufficient gas supply. Pipe-joint compounds that resist the
action of LP gas must be used. Do not use TEFLON ®ttape.
With LP gas, piping or tubing size can be 1/2"(1.3 cm)

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

Flexible metal appliance connector:

• If local codes permit, a new CSA design-certified,

4 - 5ft (122 - 152.4 cm) long, 1/2"(1.3 cm) or
sA" (1.9 cm) I.D., flexible metal appliance connector may
be used for connecting range to the gas supply line.

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

to the female pipe threads of the inlet to the appliance
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 fuel lines so range will be
level and in line.

Must include a shutoff valve:
The supply line must be equipped with a manual 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.

The gas pressure regulator supplied with this range must be used.
The inlet pressure to the regulator should be as follows for proper

operation:

Natural 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.

Burner Input 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 (609.6 m), ratings are reduced at a
rate of 4% for each 1,000 ft (304.8 m) above sea level (not
applicable for Canada).

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

r/2psi (3.5 kPa).

Line pressure testing at 1/2psi gauge (14" WCP) or lower

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

testing of that system at test pressures equal to or less than 1/2psi
(3.5 kPa).

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A.Gassupply line
B.Shutoff valve"open" position

C. Torange

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INSTALIATIONINSTRUCTIONS

Excessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more people to move and install range.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

1. Remove shipping materials, tape and protective film from

range. Remove oven racks and parts package from inside

oven.

2. Do not remove the shipping base at this time. Pull cardboard
bottom firmly to remove,

A. Shipping base

3.

Remove storage drawer. Use a %" drive ratchet to lower rear
leveling legs one-half turn. Use channel lock pliers to lower

front leveling legs one-half turn.

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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 anti-tip bracket, if the range is moved.
Failure to 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) or from the back page of this manual.

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 into place.

4. If countertop is not flush with cabinet opening edge, align

template with overhang.

B

A. %" drive ratchet
B. Rear leveling leg

C. Channel lock pliers
D. Front leveling leg

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

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To mount anti-tip bracket to wood floor, drill two 1/8"(3.2 mm)
holes at the positions marked on the bracket template.

Remove template from floor.

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To mount anti-tip bracket to concrete or ceramic floor, use a
3/16"(4.8 mm) masonry drill bit to drill 2 holes at the positions

marked on the bracket template. Remove template from floor.

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Tap plastic anchors into holes with a hammer.

7.

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

Excessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more people to move and install range.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

1. Move range close to cabinet opening.

2. Remove cardboard or hardboard from under range. Gently
move range into its final position.

3. Pull drawer open to first stop position. Lift front of drawer to
clear white wheels in drawer guides. Remove drawer and set it

aside on a protected surface. See the Use and Care Guide for
the model drawer removal.

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 the
installation instructions.

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.

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.

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.

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A _ F

Complete Connection

1. Check that the gas pressure regulator shutoff valve is in the

"on" position.

A. Gaspressure 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.

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A. Gas pressure regulator
B. 90 ° elbow (must have

_/2"male pipe thread)

C. Nipple
D. Union

E.Black iron pipe

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%6"combination wrench and channel lock pliers to
attach the flexible connector to the adapters. Check that

connector is not kinked.

A B C

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F Manual gas shutoff valve
G. _/p"or 3/4,,gas pipe
H. Nipple

L Union

J. 90 ° elbow

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A. Closed valve
B. Open valve

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.

A. Burner base
B. Burner cap

C. Burner grate

A. Gas pressure regulator

B. Use pipe-joint compound

C. Adapter (must have _/p"male

pipe thread)

D. Flexible connector

H G F

E. Manual gas shutoff valve

F. F2" or 3/4"gas pipe
G. Use pipe-joint compound
H. Adapter

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

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 electrical shock.

5. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Initial lighting and gas flame adjustments

Cooktop and oven burners use electronic igniters in place of
standing pilots. When the ceoktop 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.

Check Operation of Cooktop Burners

Standard Surface Burners
Push in and turn each control knob to the "LITE" position.

The flame should light within 4 seconds. The first time a burner is

lighted it may take longer that 4 seconds to light because of air in

the gas line.

If burners do not light properly:

• Turn cooktep control knob to the "OFF" position.

• Check that the range is plugged in and the circuit breaker has
not tripped or the household 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.

Adjust Flame Height

Adjust the height of top burner flames. The cooktop "low" burner
flame should be a steady blue flame approximately 1A"(0.64 cm)

high.

3. Replace the control knob.

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

checking the flame at each setting.

Check Operation of Oven Bake Burner

1. Remove the oven rack.

2. To remove the oven bottom: Remove 2 screws at the rear of
the oven bottom. Lift the rear of the oven bottom up and back
until the front of the panel is away from the front frame.

Remove from oven and place the cover on a protected
surface.

A. Screws

You can check the burner flame by removing the flame
spreader or by using a mirror.

Remove flame spreader:
Remove 2 screws from the front tabs of the flame spreader.

Lift front of the flame spreader and pull forward to remove
tabs from rear of oven.

Using a mirror:
Insert a mirror to one side of the burner. Look into the mirror to

check flame.

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A. Low flame

B. High flame

If the 'low" flame needs to be adjusted:

The flame can be adjusted using the adjustment screw in the

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

A. Control knob stem
B. Screwdriver

1.

Remove the control knob.

2.

Hold the 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.

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A.Mirror
B.Flame spreader

C.Flame reflection
D.2 screws

4. Push the BAKE pad.

5. Press the START pad.

The oven bake burner should light within 8 seconds, under certain
conditions it may take the burner up to 50 to 60 seconds to light.

Electronic igniters are used to light the bake and broil burners.
Refer to the Use and Care Guide for proper operation of the oven

controls.