INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
DROP-IN ELECTRIC RANGE
Table of Contents
RANGE SAFETY .............................................................................1
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS................................................2
Tools and Parts............................................................................2
Location Requirements................................................................2
Electrical Requirements...............................................................4
Countertop Preparation...............................................................4
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS..................................................4
Unpack Range .............................................................................4
Install Anti-Tip Bracket.................................................................5
Adjust Leveling Legs....................................................................5
Electrical Connection...................................................................6
Verify Anti-Tip Bracket Is Installed and Engaged........................7
Level Range .................................................................................7
Install Lower Trim.........................................................................7
Complete Installation ...................................................................7
Moving the Range........................................................................8
RANGE SAFETY
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.
DANGER
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
instructions.
follow
WARNING
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.
IMPORTANT:
Save for local electrical inspector's use.
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Mobile Home - Additional Installation Requirements
Cabinet Dimensions
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.
Cabinet opening dimensions shown are for 25" (64 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.
Mobile home installations require:
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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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Four-wire cable must be used in a mobile home installation.
The appliance wiring will need to be revised. See “Electrical
Connection” section.
A
B
C
D
Product Dimensions
E
A
H
J**
F
C
G
F
B*
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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*.
D. 23¹⁄₄" (58.1 cm) opening depth
E. 30" (76.2 cm) min. opening width
F. Junction box - 5.5" (14 cm) min.
from either cabinet, 8¹⁄₄" (21 cm)
max. from floor
G. Cabinet door or hinge should
not extend into cutout.
H. 27¹⁄₂" (69.9 cm) top of
countertop to support slats
I. 6" (15.2 cm) wide support
slat on each side of cutout
J. (Optional) - ³⁄₈" (1.0 cm)
plywood support (30"
[76.2 cm] width x 4"
D
E**
[10.2 cm] height), securely
attached to at least 2 wall
studs, in place of sheetrock**
A. 30³⁄₄" (78 cm)
D. 29⁷⁄₈" (75.9 cm)
*NOTE: 24" (61 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.
B. 27¹⁄₂" (69.9 cm) height to underside
of cooktop edge with leveling legs
screwed all the way in*
C. Model/serial number plate
(located below the electronic
control on oven frame)
E. 28⁵⁄₁₆" (71.9 cm) from
handle to standoff at back
of range**
F. 23³⁄₄" (60.3 cm)
countertop notch to rear
of cooktop
30" (76.2 cm) minimum clearance between the top of the
cooking platform and the bottom of an uncovered wood or
metal cabinet.
*Range can be raised approximately 1" (2.5 cm) by adjusting
the leveling legs.
**The plywood support (J) is required only when the wall
mounting option is chosen for installation of the anti-tip
bracket. For more information, see the “Install Anti-Tip
Bracket” section.
**When installed in a 24" (61 cm) base cabinet with 25" (63.5 cm)
countertop; front of oven door protrudes 2¹⁄₂" (6.4 cm) beyond
24" (61 cm) base cabinet.
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A circuit breaker is recommended.
Electrical Requirements
Flexible conduit from appliance should be connected directly
to the junction box.
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.
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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.
Check with a qualified electrical installer if you are not sure the
range is properly grounded.
If the house has aluminum wiring follow the procedure below:
This range must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent
wiring system.
1. Connect a section of solid copper wire to the ends of the
flexible conduit leads.
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.
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.
A copy of the above code standards can be obtained from:
National Fire Protection Association
1 Batterymarch Park
Quincy, MA 02169-7471
Countertop Preparation
CSA International
8501 East Pleasant Valley Road
Cleveland, OH 44131-5575
The cooktop sides of the drop-in range fit over the cutout edge of
your countertop.
If you have a square finish (flat) countertop and the opening width
is 30" (76.2 cm), no countertop preparation is required.
Electrical Connection
Formed front-edged countertops must have molded edge
shaved flat ³⁄₈" (1.0 cm) from each front corner of opening.
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.
Tile countertops may need trim cut back ³⁄₈" (1.0 cm) from each
front corner and/or rounded edge flattened.
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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.
30"
(76.2 cm)
³⁄₈"
A
(1.0 cm)
30 ¾"
(78.1 cm)
If countertop opening width is greater than 30" (76.2 cm), adjust
the ³⁄₈" (1.0 cm) dimension.
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.
Countertop must be level. Check levelness by placing level on
countertop, first side to side, then front to back.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Unpack Range
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.
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.
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.
1. Remove shipping materials, tape and protective film from the
range. Keep cardboard bottom under range.
7. Place cardboard or hardboard in front of range. Using 2 or
more people, stand range back up onto cardboard or
hardboard.
2. Remove oven racks and parts package from inside oven.
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5. Drill two ¹⁄₈" (3.0 mm) holes that correspond to the bracket
holes of the determined mounting method. See the following
illustrations.
Install Anti-Tip Bracket
Floor Mounting
Wall Mounting
WARNING
A
B
A
B
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.
A. #12 x 1⁵⁄₈" screws
B. Anti-tip bracket
A. #12 x 1⁵⁄₈" screws
B. Anti-tip bracket
Do not operate range without anti-tip bracket installed
and engaged.
6. Using the Phillips screwdriver, mount anti-tip bracket to the
support slat or the wall support board, depending on the
chosen method of installation, with the two #12 x 1⁵⁄₈" screws
provided.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death
or serious burns to children and adults.
1. Remove the anti-tip bracket that is taped in the oven cavity.
2. Determine which mounting method to use: floor or wall.
Adjust Leveling Legs
1. If range height adjustment is necessary, use a wrench or
3. For wall mounting method only: Remove 30" (76.2 cm)
wide by 4" (10.2 cm) high section of sheetrock, with the
bottom of the area removed to be flush with the floor support
slats. (See “Cabinet Dimensions” illustration in the “Location
Requirements” section.) Securely attach a ³⁄₈" (1.0 cm) thick
piece of plywood to at least two wall studs in place of the
sheetrock. Plywood should span the width of the cabinet
opening and sit flush with the top edge of the floor support
slats.
pliers to loosen the 4 leveling legs.
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.
4. 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.
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 mm) 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.
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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.
B
A. Centerline
B. 13¾" (34.9 cm)
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Electrical Connection
4-Wire Cable from Home Power Supply
WARNING
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.
A
B
Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect power before servicing.
Use 8 gauge solid copper wire.
Electrically ground oven.
E
F
G
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
H
I
C
D
This range is manufactured with a neutral (white) power supply
wire and a cabinet-connected green (or bare) ground wire twisted
together.
A. Cable from home power supply
B. Black wires
C. Red wires
D. 4-wire flexible conduit from
range
E. Junction box
F. White wires
G. UL listed wire connectors
H. Green (or bare) ground wires
I. UL listed or CSA approved
conduit connector
1. Disconnect power.
2. Remove junction box cover if it is present.
3. Install a UL listed or CSA approved conduit connector to the
junction box.
1. Connect the 2 black wires (B) together using a UL listed wire
connector.
2. Connect the 2 red wires (C) together using a UL listed wire
connector.
A
3. Untwist white wire from green (or bare) ground wire coming
from the range.
A. UL listed or CSA approved conduit connector
4. Connect the 2 white wires (F) together using a UL listed wire
connector.
4. Route the flexible conduit from the range to the junction box
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.
through a UL listed or CSA approved conduit connector.
5. Tighten screws on conduit connector.
6. See “Electrical Connection Options Chart” to complete
6. Install junction box cover.
installation for your type of electrical connection.
3-Wire Cable from Home Power Supply
Electrical Connection Options Chart
If your home has:
Go to section:
IMPORTANT: Use the 3-wire cable from home power supply
where local codes permit a 3-wire connection.
4-wire
4-wire Cable from Home
Power Supply
A
B
C
G
H
½"
(1.3 cm)
D
E
3-wire
3-wire Cable from Home
Power Supply
I
F
½"
(1.3 cm)
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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1. Connect the 2 black wires (C) together using a UL listed wire
connector.
Install Lower Trim
2. Connect the 2 white wires (D) and the green (or bare) ground
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.
Verify Anti-Tip Bracket Is Installed and
Engaged
1. Verify that the anti-tip bracket is installed and engaged by
completing the following steps.
2. If the lower trim is already installed, remove the 2 screws from
the lower trim and set the trim aside. See the illustration in the
“Install Lower Trim” section.
3. Use a flashlight to look underneath the bottom of the range.
4. Visually check that the rear range foot is inserted into the slot
of the anti-tip bracket.
B
A
A. Screws
B. Lower trim piece
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.
Level Range
1. Place rack in oven. Place level on rack and check levelness of
range, first side to side; then front to back.
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.
6. Read the “Range Use” section in the range Use and Care
Guide.
7. Slide range into its final location. Check that the flexible
conduit is not bent.
2. If range is not level, using two or more people remove range
8. Turn power on. Turn on surface cooking elements and oven.
See the Use and Care Guide for specific instruction on range
operation.
from cutout onto cardboard or hardboard.
3. Use wrench to adjust leveling legs up or down until range is
level. Using 2 or more people, lift range back into cutout.
If range does not operate, check the following:
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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Household fuse is intact and tight; or circuit breaker has not
tripped.
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Electrical supply is connected.
See the “Troubleshooting” section 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.
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Moving the Range
If removing the range is necessary for cleaning or maintenance:
WARNING
WARNING
Tip Over Hazard
Electrical Shock Hazard
A child or adult can tip the range and be killed.
Disconnect power before servicing.
Install anti-tip bracket to floor or wall per installation
instructions.
Replace all parts and panels before operating.
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.
Slide range back so rear range foot is engaged in the
slot of the anti-tip bracket.
1. Disconnect power.
Re-engage anti-tip bracket if range is moved.
2. Disconnect wiring.
Do not operate range without anti-tip bracket installed
and engaged.
3. Slide range forward to complete cleaning or maintenance.
4. Check that the anti-tip bracket is installed and engaged. See
the “Verify Anti-Tip Bracket Is Installed and Engaged”
section.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death
or serious burns to children and adults.
5. Check that range is level. See the “Level Range” section.
6. Reinstall the lower trim. See the “Install Lower Trim” section.
7. Reconnect wiring.
When moving range, use 2 or more people to lift range onto
cardboard or hardboard to avoid damaging the floor covering.
8. Reconnect power.
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