GE Profile JD968 Installation Instructions Manual Download

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Installation Instructions

NOTE: Drop-In Ranges are designed to
hang from the countertop only. Do not
install on a platform or support rails.

Pre-Installation Cutout and Required
Clearances

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. Allow 1/4

”

minimum clearance at the back
wall above the countertop.
Wall coverings, counters and
cabinets around range must
withstand heat (up to 194

generated by the range.

Summary of Contents for Profile JD968

Page 1: ...ed 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 If you have questions call 1 8...

Page 2: ...onal Electrical Code ANSI NFPA No 70 Latest Edition You can get a copy by writing National Fire Protection Association Batterymarch Park Quincy MA 02269 Effective January 1 1996 the National Electrica...

Page 3: ...not use hand trucks when moving the unpackaged range Cooktop glass may be broken To obtain Kits a Visit GE Web Site See page 1 b Call GE Answer Center See page 1 c Contact Dealer Do not remove the pro...

Page 4: ...Required Clearances A 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 Allo...

Page 5: ...age and voiding the warranty Center the 30 wide opening over the adjacent cabinets and mark with a straight edge Using a straight edge mark the back line at 23 3 16 from the front edge of the counter...

Page 6: ...ED FROM THE LEADS NO CONDUCTOR SHALL BE EXPOSED IN THE CONNECTION THE EXCEPTION TO THE CONDUCTOR BEING EXPOSED IS THE BARE COPPER GROUND CONNECTION Position the range in front of the opening but sligh...

Page 7: ...codes do not permit grounding through neutral Cut the neutral white lead from the crimp Re strip the neutral white lead to expose the proper length of conductor and connect it to the white or gray br...

Page 8: ...clamp of the proper size is obtained NOTE TO ELECTRICIAN The 3 power leads supplied with this appliance are UL recognized for connection to larger gauge household wiring The insulation of these 3 lead...

Page 9: ...n D1 Continued on following page 1 For 3 4 Counter 2 For 1 18 3 cm Counter 3 For 1 5 Counter 4 For 3 5 5 Alternate shown below Anti Tip Bracket Location Rear of Range Glass Cooktop ANTI TIP INSTALLATI...

Page 10: ...nto the Opening It is suggested that two people lift the range into place carefully setting the side metal flanges under the glass on the edges of the countertop opening The protective channels must b...

Page 11: ...the countertop If the screws do not meet the requirements move the screws to a position that meets these requirements See illustration below D5 Remove the Protective Channels if provided Carefully re...

Page 12: ...ructionscont D NOTE The oven door is heavy You may need help lifting the door high enough to slide it into the hinge slots Do not lift the door by the handle D7 D8 Bottom Edge of Slot Hinge Arm Hinge...

Page 13: ...diately Recheck the range wiring connections If change is made to connections retest again If no change is required have building wiring checked for proper connections and voltage It is recommended th...

Page 14: ...ountertop front and the control panel ends See page10 D3 AA Island Installation When installing in an island or other non standard location countertop cutout dimensions must be according to page 5 For...

Page 15: ...15 NOTES...

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