GE JGBS62 Installation Instructions

Installation Instructions
Range
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IN THE COMMONWEALTH When using ball type gas shut-off valves,
they shall be the T-handle type.
OF MASSACHUSETTS
A flexible gas connector, when used, must
This product must be installed by a licensed
not exceed 5 feet.
plumber or gas fitter.
latest edition and Canadian Gas Association
WARNING
according to CAN/CGA-1.1 latest edition.
When installing a gas appliance the use of
FIRE OR EXPLOSION
old flexible connectors can cause gas leaks
HAZARD
and personal injury. Always use a NEW
If the information in this manual is not followed flexible connector.
exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing
Leak testing of the appliance shall be conducted
property damage, personal injury or death. according to the manufacturer instructions.
Installation must be performed by a qualified The range must be electrically grounded in
installer.
accordance with local codes or, in the absence
of local codes, in accordance with the National
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
Electrical Code (ANSI/NFPA 70, latest edition).
Installation of this range must conform with
In Canada, electrical grounding must be
local codes, or in the absence of local codes,
in accordance with the current CSA C22.1
with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/
Canadian Electrical Code Part 1 and/or local
NFPA.54, latest edition. In Canada, installation
codes. See Electrical Connections in this section.
must conform with the current Natural Gas
Installation Code, CAN/CGA-B149.1 or the Do not install this product with an air curtain
current Propane Installation Code, CAN/CGA- hood or other range hood that operates by
blowing air down on the cooktop. This airflow
B149.2, and with local codes where applicable.
may interfere with operation of the gas burners
This range has been design-certified by
CSA International according to ANSI Z21.1, resulting in fire or explosion hazard.
FOR YOUR SAFETY:
WARNING
Tip-Over Hazard
• A child or adult can tip the range and be killed.
• Install the anti-tip bracket to the wall or floor.
• Engage the range to the anti-tip bracket by sliding the
range back such that the foot is engaged.
WARNING
• Re-engage the anti-tip bracket if the range is moved.
• Failure to do so can result in death or serious burns Before beginning
to children or adults.
the installation, switch power off at
service panel and lock the service
If you did not receive an anti-tip bracket with your
disconnecting means to prevent power
purchase, call 1.800.626.8774 to receive one at
from being switched on accidentally.
no cost. (In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344.) For
When the service disconnecting
installation instructions of the bracket, means cannot be locked, securely
visit: www.GEAppliances.com.
fasten a prominent warning device,
(In Canada, www.GEAppliances.ca.)
such as a tag, to the service panel.
To prevent gas leaks, put pipe joint compound
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GAS SUPPLY
on, or wrap pipe thread tape with Teflon*
around, all male (external) pipe threads.
WARNING A. Install a manual shut-off valve in the gas line
Fire Hazard: Do not use in an easily accessed location outside of the
range. Make sure everyone operating the
a flame to check for gas leaks.
range knows where and how to shut off the
gas supply to the range.
WARNING
B. Install male 1/2" flare union adapter to the
Explosion Hazard: Do
1/2" NPT internal thread at inlet of regulator.
not exceed 25 ft-lbs of torque when making
Use a backup wrench on the regulator fitting
gas line connections. Overtightening may
to avoid damage.
crack the pressure regulator resulting in fire
C. Install male 1/2" or 3/4" flare union adapter
or explosion hazard. to the NPT internal thread of the manual
shut-off valve, taking care to back-up the
Gas Pressure Regulator
shut-off valve to keep it from turning.
You must use the gas pressure regulator supplied
D. Connect flexible metal appliance connector
with this range. For proper operations the inlet
pressure to the regulator should be as follows: to the adapter on the range. Position range
to permit connection at the shut-off valve.
Natural Gas:
E. When all connections have been made, make
Minimum pressure: 6" of Water Column
sure all range controls are in the off position
Maximum pressure: 13" of Water Column
and turn on the main gas supply valve.
Propane Gas: Use a liquid leak detector at all joints and
connections to check for leaks in the system.
Minimum pressure: 11" of Water Column
When using pressures greater than 1/2 psig
Maximum pressure: 13" of Water Column
to pressure test the gas supply system of the
If you are not sure about the inlet pressure
residence, disconnect the range and individual
contact local gas supplier.
shut-off valve from the gas supply piping. When
Shut off the main gas supply valve before
using pressures of 1/2 psig or less to pressure
disconnecting the old range and leave it off
test the gas supply system, simply isolate the
until the new hook-up has been completed.
range from the gas supply system by closing
Don't forget to relight the pilot on other gas
the individual shut-off valve.
appliances when you turn the gas back on.
When checking for proper operation of the
Because hard piping restricts movement of
regulator, the inlet pressure must be at least 1"
the range, the use of a CSA International-
greater than the operating (manifold) pressure
certified flexible metal appliance connector is
as given on rating label of product.
recommended unless local codes require a
*Teflon: Registered trademark of DuPont
hard-piped connection.
If the hard piping method is used, you must
carefully align the pipe; the range cannot be
moved after the connection is made.
CONNECTOR HOOKUP
Gas Flow into Range Gas Flow into Range
Elbow
Pressure
regulator
Flex
Adapter Pressure
connector
regulator
(6 ft. max.)
Adapter
Flexible Rigid Pipe
Gas
Option shut-off Option
1/2" or 3/4"
valve
Gas pipe
Installer: Inform the consumer of the location of the gas shut-off valve.
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED MATERIALS YOU MAY NEED
Gas line shut-off valve
Pipe joint sealant or UL-approved pipe thread
Phillips
tape with Teflon* that resists action of natural
screwdriver
and propane gases
Flexible metal appliance connector (1/2" I.D.).
Open-end or
A 5-foot length is recommended for ease of
adjustable wrench
Flat-blade
installation but other lengths are acceptable.
screwdriver
Never use an old connector when installing a
new range.
Flare union adapter for connection to gas
Pencil and ruler
Level supply line (3/4" or 1/2" NPT x 1/2" I.D.)
Flare union adapter for connection to pressure
regulator on range (1/2" NPT x 1/2" I.D.)
Liquid leak detector or soapy water.
Pipe wrenches (2)
Drill, awl or nail
*Teflon: Registered trademark of DuPont
(one for backup)
BEFORE YOU BEGIN Product failure due to improper installation is
not covered under warranty.
IMPORTANT —
Save these
Before installing your range on linoleum or
instructions for local inspector's use.
any other synthetic floor covering, make sure
the floor covering can withstand 180°F without
IMPORTANT
— Observe all governing
shrinking, warping or discoloring. Do not install
codes and ordinances.
the range over carpeting unless a sheet of
IMPORTANT
1/4" thick plywood or similar insulator is placed
— Remove all packing
between the range and carpeting.
material and literature from oven before
Mobile Home - Additional Installation
connecting gas and electrical supply to range.
Requirements
IMPORTANT
— To avoid damage
The installation of this range must conform
to your cabinets, check with your builder
to the Manufactured Home Construction and
or cabinet supplier to make sure that the
Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280
materials used will not discolor, delaminate
(formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile
or sustain other damage. This oven has been
Home Construction and Saftey, Title 24,
designed in accordance with the requirements
HUD Part 280). When such standard is not
of UL and CSA International and complies
applicable, use the Standard for Manufactured
with the maximum allowable wood cabinet
Home Installations, ANSI A225.1/NFPA 501A
temperatures of 194°F (90°C).
or with local codes.
Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these
In Canada, the installation of this range must
instructions with consumer.
conform with the current standards CAN/CSA-
Note to consumer – Keep these instructions
A240-latest edition, or with local codes.
Anti-Tip Bracket
for future reference.
Kit Included
When this range is installed in a mobile
Servicer – The electrical diagram is in an
home, it must be secured to the floor during
envelope attached to the back of the range.
transit. Any method of securing the range
Proper installation is the responsibility of the is adequate as long as it conforms to the
installer. standards listed above.
Where a standard two-prong wall receptacle is
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ELECTRICAL
encountered, it is the personal responsibility and
obligation of the customer to have it replaced with
CONNECTIONS
a properly grounded three-prong wall receptacle.
DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES,
WARNING
CUT OR REMOVE THE THIRD (GROUND)
Shock Hazard: This
PRONG FROM THE POWER CORD. DO
appliance must be properly grounded.
NOT USE AN ADAPTER. DO NOT USE AN
Failure to do so can result in electric shock.
EXTENSION CORD.
Electrical Requirements - 120-volt, 60 Hertz,
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCI's) are
properly grounded dedicated circuit protected
not required or recommended for gas range
by a 15-amp or 20-amp circuit breaker or time
receptacles. Performance of the range will not be
delay fuse.
affected if operated on a GFCI-protected circuit
but occasional nuisance tripping of the GFCI
NOTE: Use of automatic, wireless, or wired
breaker is possible.
external switches that shut off power to the
appliance are not recommended for this product.
Grounding
The power cord of this appliance is equipped
with a three-prong (grounding) plug which plugs
into a standard three-prong grounding wall
receptacle to minimize the possibility of electric
shock hazard from this appliance.
The customer should have the wall receptacle
and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to
make sure the receptacle is properly grounded.
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SURFACE BURNERS
Cap
WARNING
Fire or Explosion Hazard:
Do not operate the burner without all burner
parts in place.
A. Burners - Place surface burners into
Burner
corresponding positions on cooktop.
B. Caps - Place caps on proper size burner.
C. Single Grates - Place the oval (center)
head/cap assembly over the electrode on
Electrode
the cooktop.
Elbow
Nipple
Union
Nipple
Gas
Left
shut-off
Grate
valve
1/2" or 3/4"
Gas pipe
Center
Grate or Griddle
DIMENSIONS AND
CLEARANCES
Provide adequate clearances between the
range and adjacent combustible surfaces.
These dimensions must be met for safe use
of your range.
Allow 30" (76.2 cm) minimum clearance
between burners and bottom of unprotected
wood or metal cabinet, or allow a 24" (61 cm)
minimum when bottom of wood or metal cabinet
is protected by no less than 1/4" (6.4 mm) thick
flame-retardant millboard covered with no less
11 1/4"
36 1/4" ± 1/4"
26 1/4"
w/o handle
28 3/4"
w/ handle
46 1/4"
Minimum to
cabinets on
either side
of the range 30"
30"
6" 3"
Minimum
Minimum Minimum
18"
clearance clearance to
to left wall right wall
To cabinets
below
cooktop
0"
and at the
range back
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CHECK SURFACE
BURNERS
Push and turn knob to LITE position. You
will hear a clicking sound indicating proper
operation of the spark module. Once the air
has been purged from the supply lines, burners
should light within 4 seconds. After burner
lights, rotate knob out of the LITE position.
Try each burner in succession until all burners
have been checked.
Quality of Flames
The flame quality of the burners needs to be
determined visually.
Ensure proper
ground exists
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CHECK BAKE AND
before use
BROIL BURNERS
light in 30 to 90 seconds.
Cap
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INSTALL AND CHECK
Hole
or ANTI-TIP DEVICE
WARNING
Never completely
remove the leveling leg as the range will not
Electrode be secured to the anti-tip device properly.
Follow instructions supplied with ANTI-TIP
bracket.
Front right burner
Right
Grate
than No. 28 MSG sheet metal (.015" [.38 mm] DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES (CONT.)
thick), .015" (.38 mm) thick stainless steel, .025"
GAS PIPE AND ELECTRICAL OUTLET LOCATIONS
(0.64 mm) aluminum or .020" (0.5 mm) copper.
Installation of a listed microwave oven or
cooking appliance over the cooktop shall Recommended area for 120V
outlet on rear wall and area for
conform to the installation instructions packed
through-the-wall connection of
with that appliance.
pipe stub and shut-off valve.
For island installation, maintain 2-1/2"
minimum from cutout to back edge of
countertop and 3" minimum from cutout to side
edges of countertop.
Recommended area
for through-the-floor
connection of pipe stub
and shut-off valve.
CONVERTING TO PROPANE
GAS (OR CONVERTING
BACK TO NATURAL GAS
FROM PROPANE)
30"
This range leaves the factory set for use with
natural gas. If you want to convert to propane
gas, the conversion must be performed by a
qualified propane gas installer.
The conversion orifices and instructions can
be found on back of the range.
Keep these instructions and all orifices in
Maximum case you want to convert back to natural gas.
depth for
cabinets above
countertops
15"
Front edge
of the range
INSTALLATION AT HIGH ALTITUDE
side panel
forward from
cabinet Over 6000ft, product configured for natural gas or propane requires installation of kit
0"
1/4"
WB49X2541. Follow the instructions included with the kit.
To cabinets
below cooktop
and at the
range back
If burner flames look like (A), call for service.
7 LEVEL THE RANGE
Normal burner flames should look like (B) or
(C), depending on the type of gas you use
WARNING
With propane gas, some yellow tipping on outer Never completely
cones is normal.
remove the leveling leg as the range will not
be secured to the anti-tip device properly.
(A) Yellow flames—
A. Plug in the unit.
Call for service
B. Measure the height of your countertop at the
rear of the opening (X).
(B) Yellow tips on outer
cones—
C. Adjust two rear leveling legs so that the rear
of cooktop is at the same height or higher
Normal for propane gas
than the counter (Y).
(C) Soft blue flames—
D. Slide unit into place.
Normal for natural gas
E. Install oven shelves in the oven and position
the range where it will be installed.
F. Check for levelness by placing a spirit
level on one of the oven shelves. Take two
readings—with the level placed diagonally
method as the bake burner.
first in one direction and then the other.
G. Adjust front leveling legs until the range is
level.
H. Look under the unit and verify that the rear
leg is fully engaged with the anti-tip device. If
not, remove the unit and adjust the height of
the rear leg so that it is properly engaged.
Anti-Tip Bracket
Kit Included
WHEN ALL HOOKUPS ARE
COMPLETED
Make sure all controls are left in the off
position. Make sure the flow of combustion and
ventilation air to the range is unobstructed.
CAUTION
To prevent
drafts from affecting burner
operation, seal all openings
in floor under appliance and
behind appliance wall.
Rear of Range
Orifice Strip
(location
may vary)
X
Y
Grate
Counter
Cooktop
NOTE: Cooktop must be
at or above counter.
Spirit level
Check that all packing materials and tape
have been removed. This will include tape on
metal panel under control knobs (if applicable),
adhesive tape, wire ties, cardboard and
protective plastic. Failure to remove these
materials could result in damage to the
appliance once the appliance has been turned
on and surfaces have heated.
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