Installation Information; Installation Requirements - Whirlpool RS160LXT Manual

Slide-in electric range
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INSTALLATION INFORMATION

Tools and Parts
Gather the required tools and parts before start-
ing installation. Read and follow the instructions
provided with any tools listed here.
Tools Needed
Tape measure
Level
Phillips screwdriver
Flat-blade screwdriver
Wrench or pliers
3/8" nut driver
Hand or electric drill
1/8" (3.2 mm) drill bit
Parts supplied
Check that all parts are included.
3 - 10–32 hex nuts (attached to terminal
block)
3 - Terminal lugs
2 - Oven racks
2 - #12 x 1 5/8" screws (for mounting anti-tip
bracket)
Anti-tip bracket (taped inside storage draw-
er)
Anti-tip brackets must be securely mounted
to back wall or floor. Thickness of floor may
require longer screws to anchor
bracket to sub-floor. Longer screws are avail-
able from your local hardware store.

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

Parts needed
If using a power supply cord:
A UL listed power supply cord kit marked for
use with ranges.
The cord should be rated at 250 volts minimum,
40 amps or 50 amps that is marked for use with
nominal 1 3/8" (3.5 cm) diameter connection
opening and must end in ring terminals or open-
end spade terminals with upturned ends.
A UL listed strain relief.
Check local codes. Check existing electrical
supply. See "Electrical Requirements" on page
2-5. It is recommended that all electrical con-
nections should be made by a licensed, quali-
fied electrical installer.
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