INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
DROP-IN ELECTRIC RANGE
Table of Contents
RANGE SAFETY .............................................................................2
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ................................................3
Tools and Parts ............................................................................3
Location Requirements................................................................3
Electrical Requirements ...............................................................4
Countertop Preparation ...............................................................5
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ..................................................5
Unpack Range..............................................................................5
Install Anti-Tip Bracket.................................................................5
Adjust Leveling Legs ....................................................................6
Electrical Connection ...................................................................6
Verify Anti-Tip Bracket Location ..................................................7
Level Range..................................................................................7
Install Lower Trim.........................................................................8
Complete Installation....................................................................8
Moving the Range ........................................................................8
IMPORTANT:
Save for local electrical inspector's use.
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
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).
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
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, the Standard for Manufactured Home Installations,
ANSI A225.1/NFPA 501A or with local codes.
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Tape measure
Level
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Wrench or pliers
Hand or electric drill
¹⁄₈" (3.2 mm) drill bit
Phillips screwdriver
Flat-blade screwdriver
Mobile home installations require:
Parts supplied
Check that all parts are included.
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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.
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2 - #8 x ¹⁄₂" screws
Trim plate
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Four-wire cable must be used in a mobile home installation.
The appliance wiring will need to be revised. See “Electrical
Connection” section.
2 - Oven racks
2 - #12 x 1⁵⁄₈" mounting screws (for mounting anti-tip bracket)
Anti-tip bracket (taped to oven rack)
Product Dimensions
Parts needed
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A UL listed or CSA approved conduit connector
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UL listed wire connects
Check local codes. Check existing electrical supply. See
“Electrical Requirements” section.
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It is recommended that all electrical connections should be made
by a licensed, qualified electrical installer.
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Location Requirements
IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
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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 below the electronic
control on oven frame.
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The range should be located for convenient use in the
kitchen.
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.
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Cabinet opening dimensions that are shown must be used.
Given dimensions are minimum clearances.
A. 30³⁄₄" (78 cm)
D. 29⁷⁄₈" (75.9 cm)
The floor anti-tip bracket must be installed. To install the anti-
tip bracket shipped with the range, see “Install Anti-Tip
Bracket” section.
B. 27¹⁄₂" (69.9 cm) height to underside
of cooktop edge with leveling legs
screwed all the way in*
E. 28⁵⁄₁₆" (71.9 cm) from
handle to standoff at back
of range**
C. Model/serial number plate
(located below the electronic
control on oven frame)
F. 23³⁄₄" (60.3 cm)
countertop notch to rear
of cooktop
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Range support slats must be solid, level and flush with
bottom of cabinet cutout. Floor must be able to support a
weight of 225 lbs (102.0 kg). Support slats must be securely
fastened to the floor.
*Range can be raised approximately 1" (2.5 cm) by adjusting
the leveling legs.
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Recessed installation area must provide complete enclosure
around the recessed portion of the range.
**When installed in a 24" (61.0 cm) base cabinet with
25" (63.5 cm) countertop; front of oven door protrudes 2¹⁄₂"
(6.4 cm) beyond 24" (61.0 cm) base cabinet.
Grounded electrical supply is required. See “Electrical
Requirements” section.
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Cabinet Dimensions
Electrical Requirements
If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is
recommended that a qualified electrical installer determine that
the ground path and wire gauge are in accordance with local
codes.
Cabinet opening dimensions shown are for 25" (64.0 cm)
countertop depth, 24" (61 cm) base cabinet depth and
36" (91.4 cm) countertop height.
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.
Check with a qualified electrical installer if you are not sure the
range is properly grounded.
This range must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent
wiring system.
Be sure that the electrical connection and wire size are adequate
and in conformance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/
NFPA 70-latest edition or CSA Standards C22.1-94, Canadian
Electrical Code, Part 1 and C22.2 No. O-M91-latest edition, and
all local codes and ordinances.
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A copy of the above code standards can be obtained from:
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National Fire Protection Association
One Batterymarch Park
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Quincy, MA 02269
CSA International
8501 East Pleasant Valley Road
Cleveland, OH 44131-5575
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Electrical Connection
To properly install your range, you must determine the type of
electrical connection you will be using and follow the instructions
provided for it here.
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Range must be connected to the proper electrical voltage
and frequency as specified on the model/serial number rating
plate. The model/serial number rating plate is located below
the electronic control on oven frame. See the following
illustration.
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A. 13" (33 cm) upper cabinet
depth
B. 30" (76.2 cm) min. opening
width
C. For minimum clearance to the
top of the cooktop,
see NOTE*.
F. Junction box - 5.5" (14 cm)
min. from either cabinet,
8¹⁄₄" (21 cm) max. from floor
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G. Cabinet door or hinge should
not extend into cutout.
H. 27¹⁄₂" (69.9 cm) top of
countertop to support slats
D. 23¹⁄₄" (58.1 cm) opening
depth
I. 6" (15.2 cm) wide support slat
on each side of cutout
E. 30" (76.2 cm) min. opening
width
NOTE: 24" (61.0 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.
A. Model/serial number plate
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Models rated from 12.7 kW at 240 volts (9.5 at 208 volts)
require a separate 50-amp circuit.
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A circuit breaker is recommended.
30" (76.2 cm) minimum clearance between the top of the cooking
platform and the bottom of an unprotected wood or metal
cabinet.
Flexible conduit from appliance should be connected directly
to the junction box.
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Do not cut the conduit. The length of conduit provided is for
serviceability of the range.
A UL listed or CSA approved conduit connector must be
provided.
If the house has aluminum wiring follow the procedure below:
1. Connect a section of solid copper wire to the ends of the
flexible conduit leads.
2. Connect the aluminum wiring to the added section of
copper wire using special connectors and/or tools
designed and UL listed for joining copper to aluminum.
Follow the electrical connector manufacturer's recommended
procedure. Aluminum/copper connection must conform with
local codes and industry accepted wiring practices.
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Countertop Preparation
The cooktop sides of the drop-in range fit over the cutout edge of
your countertop.
30"
(76.2 cm)
If you have a square finish (flat) countertop and the opening width
is 30" (76.2 cm), no countertop preparation is required.
³⁄₈"
(1.0 cm)
Formed front-edged countertops must have molded edge
shaved flat ³⁄₈" (1.0 cm) from each front corner of opening.
30 ¾"
(78.1 cm)
Tile countertops may need trim cut back ³⁄₈" (1.0 cm) from each
front corner and/or rounded edge flattened.
If countertop opening width is greater than 30" (76.2 cm), adjust
the ³⁄₈" (1.0 cm) dimension.
Countertop must be level. Check levelness by placing level on
countertop, first side to side, then front to back.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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Unpack Range
WARNING
Excessive Weight Hazard
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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 the
A. Centerline
B. 13¾" (34.9 cm)
range. Keep cardboard bottom under range.
2. Remove oven racks and parts package from inside oven.
3. Drill two ¹⁄₈" (3.0 mm) holes that correspond to the bracket
3. 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.
holes of the determined mounting method. See below.
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4. Using 2 or more people, firmly grasp the range and gently lay
it on its back on the cardboard corners.
5. Pull cardboard bottom firmly to remove.
6. Use an adjustable wrench to loosen the leveling legs.
7. Place cardboard or hardboard in front of range. Using 2 or
more people, stand range back up onto cardboard or
hardboard.
Install Anti-Tip Bracket
1. Remove the anti-tip bracket that is taped in the oven cavity.
2. Determine and mark centerline of the cutout space. The
mounting bracket can be installed on either the left side or
right side of the cutout. Position mounting bracket in cutout
so that right (or left) edge of the bracket is 13¾" (34.9 cm)
from centerline, as shown.
A. #12 x 1⁵⁄₈" screws
B. Anti-tip bracket
4. Using the Phillips screwdriver, mount anti-tip bracket to the
support slat with the two #12 x 1⁵⁄₈" screws provided.
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Adjust Leveling Legs
Electrical Connection
1. If range height adjustment is necessary, use a wrench or
pliers to loosen the 4 leveling legs.
WARNING
This may be done with the range on its back or with the range
supported on 2 legs after the range has been placed back to
a standing position.
NOTE: To place range back up into a standing position, put a
sheet of cardboard or hardboard in front of range. Using 2 or
more people, stand range back up onto the cardboard or
hardboard.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect power before servicing.
WARNING
Use 8 gauge solid copper wire.
Electrically ground oven.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
This range is manufactured with a neutral (white) power supply
wire and a cabinet-connected green (or bare) ground wire twisted
together.
Tip Over Hazard
1. Disconnect power.
2. Remove junction box cover if it is present.
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.
3. Install a UL listed or CSA approved conduit connector to the
junction box.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death
or serious burns to children and adults.
2. 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" (5.0 mm) is needed to engage the anti-tip
bracket.
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A. UL listed or CSA approved conduit connector
4. Route the flexible conduit from the range to the junction box
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.
through a UL listed or CSA approved conduit connector.
5. Tighten screws on conduit connector.
3. When the range is at the correct height, check that there is
adequate clearance under the range for the anti-tip bracket.
Before sliding range into its final position, check that the anti-
tip bracket will slide under the range and onto the rear
leveling leg prior to anti-tip bracket installation.
6. See “Electrical Connection Options Chart” to complete
installation for your type of electrical connection.
Electrical Connection Options Chart
If your home has:
Go to section:
4-wire
4-wire Cable from Home
Power Supply
½"
(1.3 cm)
3-wire
3-wire Cable from Home
Power Supply
½"
(1.3 cm)
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1. Connect the 2 black wires (C) together using a UL listed wire
4-Wire Cable from Home Power Supply
connector.
2. Connect the 2 white wires (D) and the green (or bare) ground
IMPORTANT: Use the 4-wire cable from home power supply
where local codes do not allow grounding through neutral, New
Branch circuit installations (1996 NEC), mobile homes,
recreational vehicles, and new construction.
wire (of the range cable) using a UL listed wire connector.
3. Connect the 2 red wires (G) together using a UL listed wire
connector.
4. Install junction box cover.
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Verify Anti-Tip Bracket Location
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1. Making sure the anti-tip bracket is installed:
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Look for the anti-tip bracket securely attached to slats
under range.
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Slide range back so rear range foot is engaged with
anti-tip bracket.
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A. Cable from home power supply
B. Black wires
F. White wires
G. UL listed wire connectors
C. Red wires
H. Green (or bare) ground wires
D. 4-wire flexible conduit from
range
I. UL listed or CSA approved
conduit connector
E. Junction box
1. Connect the 2 black wires (B) together using a UL listed wire
Level Range
connector.
1. Place rack in oven. Place level on rack and check levelness of
2. Connect the 2 red wires (C) together using a UL listed wire
range, first side to side; then front to back.
connector.
3. Untwist white wire from green (or bare) ground wire coming
from the range.
4. Connect the 2 white wires (F) together using a UL listed wire
connector.
5. Connect the green (or bare) ground wire (H) from the range
cable to the green (or bare) ground wire (in the junction box)
using a UL listed wire connector.
2. If range is not level, using two or more people remove range
6. Install junction box cover.
from cutout onto cardboard or hardboard.
3. Use wrench to adjust leveling legs up or down until range is
3-Wire Cable from Home Power Supply
level. Using 2 or more people, lift range back into cutout.
IMPORTANT: Use the 3-wire cable from home power supply
where local codes permit a 3-wire connection.
4. Check that rear leveling leg is engaged in anti-tip bracket.
NOTE: Range must be level for satisfactory baking conditions.
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A. Cable from home power supply
B. Junction box
C. Black wires
D. White wires
E. Green (or bare) ground wire
(from range)
F. 4-wire flexible conduit from
range
G. Red wires
H. UL listed wire connectors
I. UL listed or CSA approved
conduit connector
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Install Lower Trim
Moving the Range
WARNING
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.
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When moving range, use 2 or more people to lift range onto
cardboard or hardboard to avoid damaging the floor covering.
A. Screws
B. Lower trim piece
If removing the range is necessary for cleaning or maintenance:
Complete Installation
WARNING
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 “Level Range.”
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, read
the “Range Care” section of the Use and Care Guide.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect power before servicing.
6. Read the range Use and Care Guide.
Replace all parts and panels before operating.
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.
7. Slide range into its final location. Check that the flexible
conduit is not bent.
8. Turn power on. Turn on surface cooking elements and oven.
See the Use and Care Guide for specific instruction on range
operation.
1. Disconnect power.
2. Disconnect wiring.
3. Slide range forward to complete cleaning or maintenance.
4. Check that anti-tip bracket is installed:
If range does not operate, check the following:
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Household fuse is intact and tight; or circuit breaker has not
tripped.
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Look for the anti-tip bracket securely attached to the
support slat.
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Electrical supply is connected.
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Slide range back so rear range foot is under anti-tip
bracket.
See “Troubleshooting” in the Use and Care Guide.
When the range has been on for 5 minutes, check for heat. If
range is cold, turn off the range and contact a qualified
technician.
5. Check that range is level.
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