Whirlpool W10459123B User Manual

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

W10459123B

IMPORTANT:

Save for local inspector's use.

Installer: Leave installation instructions with the homeowner.
Homeowner: Keep installation instructions for future reference.

20" (50.8 CM) FREESTANDING GAS RANGE

with Standard Clean Oven

Table of Contents

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

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

Verify Anti-Tip Bracket Is Installed and Engaged ..................... 10

Level Range............................................................................... 10

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

Complete Installation................................................................. 12

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

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

Complete Conversion................................................................ 14

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

Complete Conversion................................................................ 16

RANGE SAFETY

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

You

can be killed or seriously injured if you don't

follow

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.

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:

follow instructions.

instructions.

DANGER

WARNING

WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion
may result causing 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.

•

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.

WARNING: Gas leaks cannot always be detected by smell.
Gas suppliers recommend that you use a gas detector approved by UL or CSA.
For more information, contact your gas supplier.
If a gas leak is detected, follow the “What to do if you smell gas” instructions.

IMPORTANT: Do not install a ventilation system that blows air downward toward this gas cooking appliance. This type of
ventilation system may cause ignition and combustion problems with this gas cooking appliance resulting in personal injury or
unintended operation.

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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.

Tip Over Hazard
A child or adult can tip the range and be killed.
Install anti-tip bracket to floor or wall per installation instructions.
Slide range back so rear range foot is engaged in the slot of the anti-tip bracket.
Re-engage anti-tip bracket if range is moved.
Do not operate range without anti-tip bracket installed and engaged.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious burns to children and adults.

Anti-Tip
Bracket

To verify the anti-tip bracket is installed and engaged:

• Slide range forward.

• Look for the anti-tip bracket securely attached to floor or wall.

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

• See installation instructions for details.

Range Foot

WARNING

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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

†® QUADREX is a registered trademark of NLW Holdings, Inc.

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Tools and Parts

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

Tools needed

■ Tap e me asu re

■ Flat-blade screwdriver

■ Phillips screwdriver

■ Level

■ Hand or electric drill

■ Hammer

■ Wrench or pliers

■ Pipe wrench

■ ¹⁵⁄₁₆" combination wrench

■ ¼" drive ratchet

■ ³⁄₈" nut driver

■ ¹⁄₈" (3.2 mm) drill bit (for

wood floors)

Parts supplied

Check that all parts are included.

A. Anti-tip bracket
B. #12 x 1

■ Literature bag

■ Conversion orifice spuds (inside bag containing literature)

■ Anti-tip bracket must be securely mounted to floor or wall.

Thickness of flooring may require longer screws to anchor
bracket to floor.

Parts needed

Check local codes and consult gas supplier. Check existing gas
supply and electrical supply. See “Electrical Requirements” and
“Gas Supply Requirements” sections.

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■ Marker or pencil

■ Pipe-joint compound

resistant to LP gas

■ Noncorrosive leak-detection

solution

For LP/Natural Gas
Conversions

■ ³⁄₈" combination wrench

■ ½" combination wrench

■ ⁵⁄₈" combination wrench

■ 7 mm (⁹⁄₃₂") nut driver

■ Quadrex

screwdriver

■ Masking tape

⁵⁄₈

" screws (2)

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or Phillips

Location Requirements

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 left side of the broiler door.

A. Model/serial rating plate location

■

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 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 ¼" (0.64 cm) plywood under range if

installing range over carpeting.

IMPORTANT: To avoid damage to your cabinets, check with your
builder or cabinet supplier to make sure that the materials used
will not discolor, delaminate or sustain other damage. This oven
has been designed in accordance with the requirements of UL
and CSA International and complies with the maximum allowable
wood cabinet temperatures of 194°F (90°C).

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.

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.

Product Dimensions

25⁷⁄₈"

(65.9 cm)

19³⁄₄"

(50 cm)

41¹¹⁄₁₂"

(106.6 cm)

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Cabinet Dimensions

Freestanding Range

Cabinet opening dimensions shown are for 25" (64.0 cm)
countertop depth, 24" (61.0 cm) base cabinet depth and
36" (91.4 cm) countertop height.

If the cabinet depth is greater than 24" (61.0 cm), oven frame
must extend beyond cabinet fronts by ½" (1.3 cm) minimum.

A. 18" (45.7 cm) min. clearance upper side cabinet to countertop
B. 13" (33.0 cm) max. upper cabinet depth
C. 20" (50.8 cm) min. cabinet opening width
D. For minimum clearance to top of cooktop, see NOTE.
E. 20

¹⁄₈

" (51.1 cm) min. opening width

F. This shaded area recommended for installation of electrical outlet.
G. This shaded area recommended for installation of gas pipe.
H. 3" (7.6 cm) min. countertop space to side wall or other

combustible material

I. 24" (61.0 cm)

J. 10" (25.4 cm)
K. 5

¹⁄₂

"(14cm)

L. 4" (10 cm)

M. 2" (5.1 cm)

N. 2

¹⁄₂

"(6.4cm)

NOTE: 24" (61.0 cm) minimum when bottom of wood or metal
cabinet is covered 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 uncovered wood or metal cabinet.
IMPORTANT: If installing a range hood or microwave hood

combination above the range, follow the range hood or
microwave hood combination installation instructions for
dimensional clearances above the cooktop surface.

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Electrical Requirements

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.

WARNING

WARNING

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.

†®TEFLON is a registered trademark of E.I. Du Pont De Nemours and Company.

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,
latest edition.

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

1 Batterymarch Park

Quincy, MA 02169-7471

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.

■ This range is equipped with a power supply cord having a

3 prong ground plug. To minimize possible shock hazard, the
cord must be plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

■ 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.

This range is equipped with an electronic ignition system that
will not operate if plugged into an outlet that is not properly
polarized.

■ The wiring diagram is located on the back of the range.

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.

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Gas Supply Requirements

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.

IMPORTANT: Leak testing of the range must be conducted
according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

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 oven frame behind the left side of the broiler door 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

■ Provide a gas supply line of ¾" (1.9 cm) rigid pipe to the

range location. A smaller size pipe on longer runs may result
in insufficient gas supply. With LP gas, piping or tubing size
can be ½" (1.3 cm) minimum. Usually, LP gas suppliers
determine the size and materials used in the system.

NOTE: Pipe-joint compounds that resist the action of LP gas
must be used. Do not use TEFLON

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tape.

Flexible metal appliance connector:

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■ If local codes permit, a new CSA design-certified, 4-5 ft

(122-152.4 cm) long, ½" (1.3 cm) or ¾" (1.9 cm) I.D.,
flexible metal appliance connector may be used for
connecting range to the gas supply line.

■ A ½" (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.

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:

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.

Gas Supply Pressure Testing

■ 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 opening, such as an adjacent cabinet. 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.

A. Gas supply line
B. Shutoff valve “open” position
C. To range

Gas supply pressure for testing regulator must be at least 1"
water column pressure above the manifold pressure shown on
the model/serial rating plate.

Line pressure testing above ½ psi gauge (14" WCP)

The range and its individual shutoff valve must be disconnected
from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of
that system at test pressures in excess of ½ psi (3.5 kPa).

Line pressure testing at ½ psi 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 the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to
or less than ½ psi (3.5 kPa).

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

Excessive Weight Hazard

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

WARNING

Tip Over Hazard
A child or adult can tip the range and be killed.
Install anti-tip bracket to floor or wall per installation

instructions.
Slide range back so rear range foot is engaged in the

slot of the anti-tip bracket.
Re-engage anti-tip bracket if range is moved.
Do not operate range without anti-tip bracket installed

and engaged.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death

or serious burns to children and adults.

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Unpack Range

1. Do not use oven door handle to lift or move the range

2. Remove shipping materials, tape and film from range. Keep

cardboard bottom under range.

3. Remove oven racks and parts package from inside oven.

4. To place range on its back, 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.

5. Using 2 or more people, firmly grasp the range and gently lay

it on its back on the cardboard corners.

6. Pull cardboard bottom firmly to remove.

7. Use an adjustable wrench to loosen the leveling legs. Adjust

the leveling legs to the correct height. Leveling legs can be
loosened to add up to a maximum of 1" (2.5 cm). A minimum
of ³⁄₁₆" (0.5 cm) is needed to engage the anti-tip bracket.

NOTE: If height adjustment is made when range is standing,
tilt the range back to adjust the front legs, then tilt forward to
adjust the rear legs.

8. Place cardboard or hardboard in front of range. Using 2 or

more people, stand range back up onto cardboard or
hardboard.

2. Determine which mounting method to use: floor or wall.

If you have a stone or masonry floor, you can use the wall
mounting method. If you are installing the range in a mobile
home, you must secure the range to the floor.

3. Determine and mark centerline of the cutout space. The

mounting can be installed on either the left side or right side
of the cutout. Position mounting bracket against the wall in
the cutout so that the V-notch of the bracket is 7⁷⁄₈"(20cm)
from centerline as shown.

A. 7

⁷⁄₈

"(20cm)

B. Bracket V-notch

4. Drill two ¹⁄₈" (3 mm) holes that correspond to the bracket

holes of the determined mounting method. See the following
illustrations.

Floor Mounting

Install Anti-Tip Bracket

1. Remove the anti-tip bracket from where it is attached inside

the oven with a wire tie.

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Rear position Front position Diagonal (2 options)

Wall Mounting

5. Using the Phillips screwdriver, mount anti-tip bracket to the

wall or floor with the two #12 x 1⁵⁄₈" screws provided.

6. Move range close enough to opening to allow for final gas

and electrical connections. Remove shipping base,
cardboard or hardboard from under range.

7. Move range into its final location, making sure rear leveling

leg slides into anti-tip bracket.

8. Move range forward onto shipping base, cardboard or

hardboard to continue installing the range using the following
installation instructions.

Make Gas Connection

WARNING

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.

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Front ViewFront View

Side View

Shutoff valve

Front

“ON” Position

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B

3.

Use a combination wrench and pliers to attach the flexible
connector to the adapters. Check that connector is not kinked.

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.

A. Pressure regulator

connection fitting
B. Use pipe-joint compound.
C. Adapter
D. Flexible connector

E. Adapter

F. Use pipe-joint compound.
G. Manual shutoff valve
H. ½" or ¾" gas pipe

Complete Connection

1. Locate gas pressure regulator in the broiler.

A. Gas pressure regulator

IMPORTANT: Do not remove the gas pressure regulator.

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

“ON” position.

A. Pressure regulator

connection fitting
B. 90° elbow
C. 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 F in the following illustration).

2. Attach one adapter to the gas pressure regulator and the

other adapter to the gas shutoff valve. Tighten both adapters.

D. Union

E. Nipple
F. Manual shutoff valve

G. ½" or ¾" gas pipe

3. 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

4. Test all connections by brushing on an approved

noncorrosive leak-detection solution. Bubbles will show a
leak. Correct any leak found.

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5. Close the broiler door.

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.

WARNING

6. Remove cooktop burner caps and grates from parts

package. Align notches in burner caps with pins in burner
base. Burner caps should be level when properly positioned.
If burner caps are not properly positioned, surface burners
will not light. Place burners, burner caps and grates on the
cooktop.

7. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Verify Anti-Tip Bracket Is Installed and

Engaged

1. Place the outside of your foot against the bottom front of the

broiler, and grasp the lower right or left side of the control
panel as shown.

NOTE: If your countertop is mounted with a backsplash, it
may be necessary to grasp the range higher than is shown in
the illustration.

IMPORTANT: If there is a snapping or popping sound when lifting
the range, the range may not be fully engaged in the bracket.
Check to see if there are obstructions keeping the range from
sliding to the wall or keeping the range foot from sliding into the
bracket. Verify that the bracket is held securely in place by the
mounting screws.

4. Slide the range forward, and verify that the anti-tip bracket is

securely attached to the floor or wall.

5. Slide range back so the rear range foot is inserted into the

slot of the anti-tip bracket.

IMPORTANT: If the back of the range is more than 2" (5.1 cm)
from the mounting wall, the rear range foot may not engage the
bracket. Slide the range forward and determine if there is an
obstruction between the range and the mounting wall. Changes
to the gas supply must be performed by a qualified service
technician. If you need assistance or service, refer to the
“Assistance or Service” section of the Use and Care Guide for
contact information.

6. Repeat steps 1 and 2 to ensure that the range foot is

engaged in the anti-tip bracket.
If the rear of the range lifts more than ½" (1.3 cm) off the floor

without resistance, the anti-tip bracket may not be installed
correctly. Do not operate the range without anti-tip bracket
installed and engaged. Please reference the “Assistance or
Service” section of the Use and Care Guide, or the cover or
“Warranty” section of the User Instructions, to contact
service.

Level Range

1. Place a standard flat rack in oven.

2. Place level on the rack and check levelness of the range, first

side to side; then front to back.

2. Slowly attempt to tilt the range forward.

If you encounter immediate resistance, the range foot is
engaged in the anti-tip bracket.

3. If the rear of the range lifts more than ½" (1.3 cm) off the floor

without resistance, stop tilting the range and lower it gently
back to the floor. The range foot is not engaged in the anti-tip
bracket.

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3. If range is not level, pull range forward until rear leveling leg is

removed from the anti-tip bracket.

4. Use a ³⁄₈" drive ratchet and slip-joint pliers to adjust leveling

legs up or down until the range is level.

5. Push range back into position.

6. Check that rear leveling leg is engaged in the anti-tip bracket.
NOTE: Range must be level for satisfactory baking

performance.

Electronic Ignition System

Initial 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 until the control knob is turned to the
desired setting.

When the oven control is turned to the desired setting, a hot
surface igniter heats to a bright orange and ignites the gas. No
sparking occurs. The glow bar remains on while the burner
operates.

Check Operation of Cooktop Burners

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LO

LITE

MED

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B

A

350

450

OFF

140

170

200

250

300

350

400

BROIL

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B

Check Operation of Oven/Broil Burner

1. If control panel and knobs were removed earlier, reinstall

knobs.

2. Push in and turn each surface unit control knob to the “LITE”

position. The flame should light within 4 seconds.

3. Turn control knob to the “HI” position after burner lights.

4. Check each cooktop burner for proper flame. The small inner

cone should have a very distinct blue flame ¼" (0.64 cm) to
½" (0.13 cm) long. The outer cone is not as distinct as the
inner cone.

A. Outer cone
B. Inner cone

5. Turn the control knob quickly to the “LO” position after the

burner lights. If the flame goes out, turn the control knob to
the “OFF” position.

6. Check each cooktop burner for proper low flame. The low

flame should be a minimum, steady blue flame. The flame
size should be ¼" to ³⁄₈" (0.64 cm to 0.95 cm) high.

If the low flame needs adjusting:

1. With the burner flame on, turn control knob to the “LO”

position and remove control knob.

2. Insert a small flat-blade screwdriver into the valve stem. Turn

the valve adjusting screw to obtain the smallest flame that will
not go out when the control of a cold burner is quickly turned
from “HI” to “LO.” Turn right to decrease flame height. Turn
left to increase flame height. Repeat for other cooktop
burners as needed.

1. Open broiler door.

2. Press in and turn the oven control knob to 350°F.

■ The oven pilot should now be larger with the flame

burning against a small metal bulb.

■ The oven burner should light in 20-40 seconds; this delay

is normal. The oven valve requires a certain time before it
will open and allow gas to flow.

To avoid damaging the hot surface igniter, do not insert any
object into the openings of the shield that surrounds the
igniter. Do not clean that area.

3. Check the oven burner for proper flame. The flame should be
½" (0.13 cm) long, with inner cone of bluish-green. The outer
mantle should be dark blue and should be clean and soft in
character. No yellow tips (not enough air), blowing or lifting
(too much air) of flame should occur.

If the flame needs adjusting:

1. Turn the oven off. Wait for the oven burner to cool down.

2. Open oven door and remove oven racks, oven tray, and flame

spreader and set aside.

A. Oven tray (lift up at area shown to remove)
B. Screws
C. Flame spreader

3. Replace control knob.

A. Valve stem

3. Locate the air shutter near the rear wall of oven and loosen
the shutter screw.

A. Shutter screw
B. Air shutter

4. Adjust the air shutter.

5. Turn the oven back on and check for proper flame. If the

flame is still not properly adjusted, turn the oven off, wait for
the oven burner to cool down and repeat Step 4 until flame is
properly adjusted.

6. When the flame has been properly adjusted, turn the oven off
and wait for the burner to cool down.

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7. Tighten the shutter screw.

WARNING

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.

WARNING

Tip Over Hazard
A child or adult can tip the range and be killed.
Install anti-tip bracket to floor or wall per installation

instructions.
Slide range back so rear range foot is engaged in the

slot of the anti-tip bracket.
Re-engage anti-tip bracket if range is moved.
Do not operate range without anti-tip bracket installed

and engaged.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death

or serious burns to children and adults.

A

B

C

8. Reinstall flame spreader and oven tray. Reinstall the oven

racks.

9. Close the oven door.

10. Close the broiler door.

Complete Installation

1. Check that all parts are now installed. If there is an extra part,

go back through the steps to see which step was skipped.

2. Check that you have all of your tools.

3. Dispose of/recycle all packaging materials.

4. Check that the range is level. See the “Level Range” section.

5. Use a mild solution of liquid household cleaner and warm

water to remove waxy residue caused by shipping material.
Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth. For more information, see
the “Range Care” section of the Use and Care Guide.

6. Read the Use and Care Guide.

7. Turn on surface burners and oven. See the Use and Care

Guide for specific instruction on range operation.

GAS CONVERSIONS

If range does not operate, check the following:

■ Household fuse is intact and tight, or circuit breaker has not

tripped.

■ Range is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

■ Electrical supply is connected.

■ See the “Troubleshooting” section of the Use and Care

Guide.

8. When the range has been on for 5 minutes, check for heat. If

the range is cold, turn off the range and check that the gas
supply line shutoff valve is open.

■ If the gas supply line shutoff valve is closed, open it, then

repeat the 5-minute test as outlined above.

■ If the gas supply line shutoff valve is open, turn to

“closed” position and contact a qualified technician.

If you need Assistance or Service:

Please reference the “Assistance or Service” section of the Use
and Care Guide or contact the dealer from whom you purchased
your range.

LP Gas Conversion

Gas conversions from Natural gas to LP gas or from LP gas to
Natural gas must be done by a qualified installer.

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To Convert Gas Pressure Regulator

1. Turn manual shutoff valve to the “closed” position.

A. Gas supply line
B. Manual shutoff valve “closed“ position
C. To range

2. Unplug range or disconnect power.

3. Open broiler door and remove broiler pan. The gas pressure

A

A

A

A

B

A

B

2 sup er burners. Spud size/location rem ain the sam e.

Standard

Burner 78

Super

Burner 88

Standard

Burner 78

Super

Burner 88

regulator is located in the back right hand corner of the broiler
compartment.

A. Gas pressure regulator

IMPORTANT: Do not remove the gas pressure regulator.

4. Remove the cap from the gas pressure regulator using a

flat-blade screwdriver.
NOTE: Do not remove the spring beneath the cap.

A. Cap

3. Remove Natural gas orifice spuds using a 7 mm combination

wrench.

4. Install LP gas orifice spuds using a 7 mm combination

wrench.

A. Spud
B. Holder

NOTE: This range cooktop is equipped with 2 standard
burners and 2 super burners. Spud size and location remain
the same.

5. Turn the cap over so the LP is visible.

A. Cap

6. Reinstall the cap.

To Convert Surface Burners

1. Remove burner grate, burner caps and burners.

5. Place the Natural gas orifice spuds in the parts bag for future

use and keep with the bag containing literature.

6. Reinstall burners, burner caps and burner grates.

2. Locate LP gas orifice spuds for top burners in the literature

A. Burner cap
B. Burner

bag included with the range. Two LP gas spuds are stamped
“88” and two “78.”

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To Convert Oven Burner

B

A

A

WARNING

Tip Over Hazard
A child or adult can tip the range and be killed.
Install anti-tip bracket to floor or wall per installation

instructions.
Slide range back so rear range foot is engaged in the

slot of the anti-tip bracket.
Re-engage anti-tip bracket if range is moved.
Do not operate range without anti-tip bracket installed

and engaged.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death

or serious burns to children and adults.

A

B

C

A

1. Open the oven door and remove oven racks, oven tray and

flame spreader and set aside.

2. Lift oven burner. The orifice spud is behind the oven burner

air shutter.

A. Oven burner
B. Air shutter

3. Locate LP gas orifice spud stamped “58” in the package

containing literature supplied with the range.

4. Use a ³⁄₈" combination wrench and remove the Natural gas

orifice spud.

5. Install the number “58” LP gas spud.
IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten.

Natural Gas Conversion

A. LP oven orifice spud stamped with “58”

6. Place Natural gas oven burner spud in plastic parts bag along
with Natural gas cooktop burner spuds for future use and
keep with the package containing literature.

7. Reinstall oven burner.

8. Reinstall oven racks, oven tray and flame spreader.

Complete Conversion

1. Refer to the “Make Gas Connection” section for properly
connecting the range to the gas supply.

2. Turn the manual shutoff valve in the gas supply line to the
“open” position.

3. Refer to “Check Operation of Cooktop Burners” in the
“Electronic Ignition System” section for proper burner
ignition, operation and burner flame adjustments.

IMPORTANT: You may have to adjust the “Lo” setting for
each cooktop burner.

Checking for proper cooktop and oven burner flames is very
important. The small inner cone should have a very distinct
blue flame ¼" to ½" (0.6 cm to 1.3 cm) long. The outer cone
is not as distinct as the inner cone. LP gas flames have a
slightly yellow tip.

4. Close the oven door and turn the knob to the “OFF” position.

5. Refer to the “Complete Installation” section to complete this

procedure.

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To Convert Gas Pressure Regulator

1. Turn manual shutoff valve to the “closed” position.

A. Gas supply line
B. Manual shutoff valve “closed” position
C. To range

2. Unplug range or disconnect power.

3. Open broiler door and remove broiler pan. The gas pressure

regulator is located in the back right hand corner of the broiler
compartment.

A. Gas pressure regulator

IMPORTANT: Do not remove the gas pressure regulator.

4. Remove the cap from the gas pressure regulator using a

A

A

A

B

A

B

2 sup er burners. Spud size/location rem ain the sam e.

Standard

Burner 125

Super

Burner 149

Standard

Burner 125

Super

Burner 149

flat-blade screwdriver.
NOTE: Do not remove the spring beneath the cap.

A. Cap

5. Turn the cap over so that N or NAT is visible.

A. Cap

4. Install the Natural gas orifice spuds using a 7 mm

combination wrench.

A. Spud
B. Holder

NOTE: This range is equipped with 2 standard burners and
2 super burners. Spud size and location remain the same.

6. Reinstall the cap.

To Convert Surface Burners

1. Remove burner grate, burner caps and burners.

A. Burner cap
B. Burner

2. Locate the Natural gas orifice spuds for top burners in the
package containing literature included with the range. Two
Natural gas spuds are stamped “149” and two “125.”

3. Remove the LP gas orifice spuds using a 7 mm combination
wrench.

5. Place LP gas orifice spuds in the parts bag for future use and

keep with the package containing literature.

6. Reinstall burners, burner caps and burner grates.

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To Convert Oven Burner

B

A

A

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1. Open the oven door and remove oven racks, oven tray, and
flame spreader and set aside.

2. Lift oven burner. The orifice spud is behind the oven burner
air shutter.

A. Oven burner
B. Air shutter

3. Locate Natural gas orifice spud stamped “51” in the package
containing literature supplied with the range.

4. Use a ³⁄₈" combination wrench and remove the LP gas orifice
spud.

5. Install the number “51” LP gas spud.

6. Place LP gas oven burner spud in plastic parts bag along

with LP gas cooktop burner spuds for future use and keep
with the bag containing literature.

7. Reinstall oven burner.

8. Reinstall oven racks, oven tray and flame spreader.

Complete Conversion

1. Refer to the “Make Gas Connection” section for properly

connecting the range to the gas supply.

2. Turn the manual shutoff valve in the gas supply line to the

“open” position.

3. Refer to “Check Operation of Cooktop Burners” in the

“Electronic Ignition System” section for proper burner
ignition, operation and burner flame adjustments.

IMPORTANT: You may have to adjust the “Lo” setting for
each cooktop burner.

Checking for proper cooktop and oven burner flames is very
important. The small inner cone should have a very distinct
blue flame ¼" to ½" (0.6 cm to 1.3 cm) long. The outer cone
is not as distinct as the inner cone. Natural gas flames do not
have yellow tips.

4. Close the oven door and turn the knob to the “OFF” position.

5. Refer to the “Complete Installation” section to complete this

procedure.

A. Natural gas oven orifice spud stamped with “51”

IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten.