GE JGB870SEFSS Installation Guide
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1. When checking for proper operation of the regulator the inlet pressure must be at least 1 greater than the operating manifold pressure as given on rating label of product Teflon Registered trademark of DuPont Flow into Range regulator Rigid Pipe Option 2 or 3 4 Gas pipe Installer Inform the consumer of the location of the gas shut off valve 31 10887 1 07 13 GE TOOLS YOU WILL NEED Em Phillips screwdriver 5 Open end or Flat blade adjustable wrench screwdriver ao O _eeeee Pencil and ruler Level Pipe wrenches 2 Drill awl or nail one for backup BEFORE YOU BEGIN IMPORTANT Save these instructions for local inspector s use IMPORTANT observe all governing codes and ordinances IMPORTANT Remove all packing material and literature from oven before connecting gas and electrical supply to range 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 Note to Installer Be sure to leave these instructions with consumer Note to consumer Keep these instructions for future reference Servicer The electrical diagram is2. ball type gas shut off valves they shall be the T handle type E A flexible gas connector when used must not exceed 3 feet When installing a gas appliance the use of old flexible connectors can cause gas leaks and personal injury Always use a NEW flexible connector Leak testing of the appliance shall be conducted according to the manufacturer instructions The range must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or in the absence local codes in accordance with the National ectrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 latest edition In Canada electrical grounding must be in accordance with the current CSA C22 1 Canadian ectrical Code Part 1 and or local codes See ectrical Connections in this section o not install this product with an air curtain ood or other range hood that operates by owing air down on the cooktop This airflow may interfere with operation of the gas burners resulting in fire or explosion hazard Anti Tip Bracket Kit Included AWARN ING Before beginning the installation switch power off at If you did not receive an anti tip bracket with your purchase call 1 800 626 8774 to receive one at no cost In Canada call 1 800 561 3344 For installation instructions of the bracket visit www GEAppliances com In Canada www GEAppliances ca GAS SUPPLY AWARNING Fire Hazard Do not use a flame to check for gas leaks AWARNING Explosion Hazard Do not exceed 25 ft lbs of torque whe
3. Installation Instructions Range Questions Call 1 800 GE CARES 1 800 432 2737 or visit www GEAppliances com IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS E This product must be installed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD f the information in this manual is not followed exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage personal injury or death nstallation must be performed by a qualified installer Read these instructions completely and carefully nstallation of this range must conform with ocal codes or in the absence of local codes with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI 2223 1 NFPA 54 latest edition In Canada installation must conform with the current Natural Gas Installation Code CAN CGA B149 1 or the current Propane Installation Code CAN CGA B149 2 and with local codes where applicable This range has been design certified by CSA International according to ANSI 221 1 latest edition and Canadian Gas Association according to CAN CGA 1 1 latest edition FOR YOUR SAFETY A WARNING Tip Over Hazard range back such that the foot is engaged to children or adults A child or adult can tip the range and be killed e Install the anti tip bracket to the wall or floor Engage the range to the anti tip bracket by sliding the e Re engage the anti tip bracket if the range is moved e Failure to do so can result in death or serious burns Em When using
4. ND ELECTRICAL OUTLET LOCATIONS A Recommended area for a 120V outlet on rear wall and 3 area for through the wall connection of pipe stub and shut off valve Recommended area for through the floor connection of pipe stub and shut off valve CONVERTING TO LP GAS OR CONVERTING BACK TO NATURAL GAS FROM LP This range leaves the factory set for use with natural gas If you want to convert to LP gas the conversion must be performed by a qualified LP gas installer The conversion orifices and instructions can be found on back of the range Keep these instructions and all orifices in case you want to convert back to natural gas INSTALL AND CHECK ANTI TIP DEVICE AWARN ING Never completely remove the leveling leg as the range will not be secured to the anti tip device properly Follow instructions supplied with ANTI TIP bracket LEVEL THE RANGE AWARN ING Never completely remove the leveling leg as the range will not be secured to the anti tip device properly Plug in the unit Measure the height of your countertop at the rear of the opening x Adjust two rear leveling legs so that the rear of cooktop is at the same height as the counter Y Slide unit into place Install oven shelves in the oven and position the range where it will be installed Check for levelness by placing a spirit level on one of the oven shelves Take two readings with the level placed diagonally first in one d
5. cle DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES CUT OR REMOVE THE THIRD GROUND PRONG FROM THE POWER CORD DO NOT USE AN ADAPTER DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters GFCI s are not required or recommended for gas range receptacles Performance of the range will not be affected if operated on a GFCl protected circuit but occasional nuisance tripping of the GFCI breaker is possible Ensure proper ground exists before use a AWARN ING Fire or Explosion Hazard Do not operate the burner without all burner parts in place Make sure the notch in the burner head is positioned over the electrode A Burners Place surface burners into corresponding positions on cooktop Caps Place caps on proper size burner C Continuous Grates Place the left and right grates on the cooktop These grates are marked LEFT and RIGHT on their undersides Place the center grate with its short edge toward the front of the range Center 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 Minimum to cabinet
6. in an envelope attached to the back of the range Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS AWARN ING shock Hazard This appliance must be properly grounded Failure to do so can result in electric shock Electrical Requirements 120 volt 60 Hertz properly grounded dedicated circuit protected by a 15 amp or 20 amp circuit breaker or time delay fuse Note Use of automatic wireless or wired 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 SURFACE BURNERS MATERIALS YOU MAY NEED E Gas line shut off valve E Pipe joint sealant or UL approved pipe thread tape with Teflon that resists action of natural and LP gases E Flexible metal appliance connector 1 2 1 D A 5 foot length is recommended for ease of installation but other lengths are acceptable ever use an old connector when installing a new range E Flare union adapter for connection to gas supply line 3 4 or 1 2 NPT x 1 2 1 D Flare union adapter for connection to pressure regulator
7. irection and then the other Adjust front leveling legs until the range is level 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 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 ACAUTION To prevent drafts from affecting burner operation seal all openings in floor under appliance and behind appliance wall Rear of Range Orifice Box location may vary Anti Tip Bracket Kit Included 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
8. mm copper Installation of a listed microwave oven or cooking appliance over the cooktop shall conform to the installation instructions packed with that appliance For island installation maintain 2 1 2 minimum from cutout to back edge of countertop and 3 minimum from cutout to side edges of w o handle 29 1 2 w handle 44 Maximum depth for cabinets above countertops Minimum clearance to right wall Front edge of the range side panel forward from cabinet lt a i To cabinets below cooktop and at the range back A Yellow flames Call for service B Yellow tips on outer cones Normal for LP gas C Soft blue flames Normal for natural gas E Set Bake function to 350 F Burner should light in 30 to 90 seconds E Check Flame Quality e Flames should have approximately 1 blue cones Natural gas should burn with no yellow flames LP gas flames have slight yellow tips After warming up the flame should not lift off the burner E Check broil burner using the same method as the bake burner A If the flames are yellow open shutter more than the original setting B If the flames lift off the burner close the air shutter more than the original setting Check flames again and adjust further if necessary Replace oven bottom The dual broil burner is NOT adjustable Dual Broil Burner NOT ADJUSTABLE DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES CONT GAS PIPE A
9. n making gas line connections Overtightening may crack the pressure regulator resulting in fire or explosion hazard Gas Pressure Regulator You must use the gas pressure regulator supplied with this range For proper operations the inlet pressure to the regulator should be as follows Natural Gas Minimum pressure 6 of Water Column Maximum pressure 13 of Water Column LP Gas Minimum pressure 11 of Water Column Maximum pressure 13 of Water Column If you are not sure about the inlet pressure contact local gas supplier Shut off the main gas supply valve before disconnecting the old range and leave it off until the new hook up has been completed Don t forget to relight the pilot on other gas appliances when you turn the gas back on Because hard piping restricts movement of the range the use of a CSA International certified flexible metal appliance connector is recommended unless local codes require a 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 Pressure regulator Flex A connector 6 ft max m Adapter 1 Gas 1 2 or 3 4 _ lt shut off Gas pipe valve Flexible Option service panel and lock the service disconnecting means to prevent power from being switched on accidentally When the service disconnecting means cannot be locked securel
10. on range 1 2 NPT x 1 2 D E Liquid leak detector or soapy water Teflon Registered trademark of DuPont Product failure due to improper installation is not covered under warranty Before installing your range on linoleum or any other synthetic floor covering make sure the floor covering can withstand 180 F without shrinking warping or discoloring Do not install the range over carpeting unless a sheet of 1 4 thick plywood or similar insulator is placed between the range and carpeting 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 Saftey Title 24 HUD Part 280 When such standard is not applicable use the Standard for Manufactured Home Installations ANSI A225 1 NFPA 501A or with local codes In Canada the installation of this range must conform with the current standards CAN CSA A240 latest edition or with local codes 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 Where a standard two prong wall receptacle is encountered it is the personal responsibility and obligation of the customer to have it replaced with a properly grounded three prong wall recepta
11. s on either side of the range a 30 3 a Ze 6 Minimum Minimum clearance to left wall 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 If burner flames look like A call for service Normal burner flames should look like B or C depending on the type of gas you use With LP gas some yellow tipping on outer cones is normal CHECK BAKE AND BROIL BURNERS E To remove the oven bottom A Remove the screws holding down rear of the oven bottom B Grasp the oven bottom at rear slots on each side C Lift the rear of the oven bottom and slide it back until it clears the lip of the range frame at the front Then lift bottom up and out 6 ADJUST BAKE BURNER AND SINGLE BROIL BURNER AIR SHUTTER IF NECESSARY To adjust the flow of air to the bake burner or single broil burner loosen the Phillips head screw and rotate the shutter as needed Air shutter Bake Burner Single Broil Burner than No 28 MSG sheet metal 015 38 mm thick 015 38 mm thick stainless steel 025 0 64 mm aluminum or 020 0 5
12. y fasten a prominent warning device such as a tag to the service panel To prevent gas leaks put pipe joint compound on or wrap pipe thread tape with Teflon around all male external pipe threads A Install a manual shut off valve in the gas line in an easily accessed location outside of the range Make sure everyone operating the range knows where and how to shut off the gas supply to the range nstall male 1 2 flare union adapter to the 1 2 PT internal thread at inlet of regulator Use a backup wrench on the regulator fitting to avoid damage nstall male 1 2 or 3 4 flare union adapter to he NPT internal thread of the manual shut off valve taking care to back up the shut off valve o keep it from turning Connect flexible metal appliance connector o the adapter on the range Position range to permit connection at the shut off valve When all connections have been made make sure all range controls are in the off position and turn on the main gas supply valve Use a liquid leak detector at all joints and connections to check for leaks in the system When using pressures greater than 1 2 psig to pressure test the gas supply system of the residence disconnect the range and individual shut off valve from the gas supply piping When using pressures of 1 2 psig or less to pressure test the gas supply system simply isolate the range from the gas supply system by closing the individual shut off valve
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