GE Profile JD968 Installation Instructions Manual
Self-cleaning radiant electric drop-in range
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If you have questions, call 1.800.GE.CARES or visit our website at:
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Before You Begin
Read these instructions carefully and completely.
IMPORTANT
•
instructions for local inspector's use.
IMPORTANT
•
governing codes and ordinances.
• Note to Installer—Be sure to leave these
instructions with the consumer.
• Note to Consumer—Keep these
instructions for future reference.
Parts Included
2 Shoulder Screws
(for stop device)
Materials Needed
Junction Box
Strain Relief Clamp
for 1/2" conduit
31-10622-1
1-07 JR
—Save these
—Observe all
Lower Trim
2 Screws
Wire Nuts
Self-Cleaning Radiant
Electric Drop-In Range
JDP47, JD968, JD900
• Proper installation is the responsibility
of the installer and product failure due
to improper installation is NOT covered
under the warranty.
• NOTE—This appliance must be properly
grounded.
ATTENTION INSTALLER
•
All electric drop-in ranges must be hard
wired (direct wired) into an approved
junction box. A plug and receptacle is NOT
permitted on these products.
Tools You Will Need
1/8" Drill Bit and
Electric or Hand Drill
Level
Tape Measure
Straight Edge
or Square
Hand or Sabre Saw
1
Phillips Screwdriver
Standard Screwdriver
Nut Driver
Hammer
Pencil
Safety Glasses
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Page 1: Installation Instructions
Installation Instructions If you have questions, call 1.800.GE.CARES or visit our website at: ge.com Before You Begin Read these instructions carefully and completely. IMPORTANT • —Save these instructions for local inspector’s use. IMPORTANT • —Observe all governing codes and ordinances. -
Page 2: Important Safety Instructions
Failure to wire your range according to governing codes could result in a hazardous condition. If there are no local codes, your range must be wired and fused to meet the requirements of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70–... -
Page 3: Pre-Installation Checklist
To obtain Kits: a. Visit GE Web Site (See page 1) b. Call GE Answer Center (See page 1) c. Contact Dealer Door removal is not a requirement for installation of the product, but is an added convenience. - Page 4 NOTE: Drop-In Ranges are designed to hang from the countertop only. Do not install on a platform or support rails. If cabinets are placed less than 30” min. above the range, see alternate construction. 30” ranges conform to U.L. requirements for 0” spacing from vertical walls below countertops.
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Page 5: Standard Installation Preparation
29-15/16”– 30-1/16” Smooth Cut The Standard Installation of this Drop-In Range is to hang by the countertop on the side metal flanges under glass cooktop. This Range must not be installed on a base or sub structure (2”x 4” support). -
Page 6: C Electrical Connections
Position the range in front of the opening, but slightly to the side, in a manner so that a person can enter the opening to wire the range to the house wiring in the junction box. Feed wires and conduit through the open hole and snap the conduit fitting into the hole. - Page 7 If the residence red, black or white leads are aluminum conductors, see “WARNING” note (See page 6). Range Conduit Snaps Into Box Ground and Neutral Wires Neutral Bare Wire (White)
- Page 8 Installation Instructions Electrical Connections cont. Reinstall Junction box cover. Do not shorten the flexible conduit. The conduit strain relief clamp must be securely attached to the junction box and the flexible conduit must be securely attached to the clamp. If the flexible conduit will not fit within the junction box, do not install the oven until a clamp of the proper size is obtained.
- Page 9 Standard Installation Instructions Installing the Anti-Tip Bracket The anti-tip bracket is attached to the back of the Drop-In Range. It is designed to fit under the bottom of the countertop opening at the rear. Measure counter thickness at back of cutout to determine correct bracket location.
- Page 10 Carefully mark the cabinet for the location of the stop screws. Drill 1/8” pilot holes into the cabinet, each side of the range. (Make sure not to drill entirely through the cabinet wall.) Carefully turn the shoulder screws into the pilot holes until they are tight.
- Page 11 Both Sides After Range Is In Cabinet Check For Proper Installation of the Stop Screw Look at both sides of the range under the door. The stop screws must be located in the notch on the sides of the range, and not touch the top of the notch when the range is fully seated on the countertop.
- Page 12 Continue pressing until the anti-tip bracket is engaged and movement stops. A small amount of movement is acceptable at the back of the range top, but it should be stable and not tip once the anti-tip bracket is engaged. cont.
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Page 13: Installation Instructions
15 seconds. Turn the knob off when glow is detected. If the glow is not detected within the time limit, recheck the range wiring connections. If change is required, retest again. If no change is required, have building wiring... - Page 14 For the anti-tip bracket instructions, see page 9. In this application, do not use Backguard Kit (JXS36XX or JXS39SS). Cabinets Over The Range Less Than 30” If a 30” clearance between cooking surface and overhead combustible material or metal cabinets cannot be...
- Page 15 NOTES...
- Page 16 NOTES 31-10622-1 1-07 JR...