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IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW

•Before beginning, please read these instructions completely and carefully.

DO NOT

remove permanently affixed labels, warnings, or plates from the product. This may void the warranty.

•Please observe all local and national codes and ordinances.
•Please ensure that this product is properly grounded.
•The installer should leave these instructions with the consumer who should retain for local inspector’s use and for

future reference.

•The electrical plug should always be accessible.

Installation must conform with local codes or in the absence of codes, the National Fuel Gas Code ANSIZ223.1-latest
edition. Electrical installation must be in accordance with the National Electrical Code, ANIS/NFPA70 - latest edition
and/or local codes.

In Canada:

Installation must be in accordance with the current CAN/CGA-B149.1 National Gas Installation Code or

CAN/CGA-B149.2, Propane Installation Code and/or local codes. Electrical installation must be in accordance with the
current CSA C22.1 Canadian Electrical Codes Part 1 and/or local codes.

Installation of any gas-fired equipment should be made by a licensed plumber. A manual gas shut-off valve must be
installed in the gas supply line ahead of the oven in the gas stream for safety and ease of service.  

In Massachusetts:

All gas products must be installed by a “Massachusetts” licensed plumber or gasfitter. A “T” handle

type manual gas valve must be installed in the gas supply line to this appliance.

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To prevent possible damage to cabinets
and cabinet finishes, use only materials
and finishes that will not discolor or
delaminate and will withstand temperatures
up to 194

°

F (90

°

C). Heat resistant

adhesive must be used if the product is to
be installed in laminated cabinetry. Check
with your builder or cabinet supplier to
make sure that the materials meet these
requirements.

A GFI 

shall be used if required by NFPA-70 (National Electric Code), federal/state/local laws, or local ordinances.

• The required use of a GFI is normally related to the location of a receptacle with respect to any significant sources of

water or moisture.

• Viking Range Corporation will NOT warranty any problems resulting from GFI outlets which are not installed properly

or do not meet the requirements below.

If the use of a GFI is required

, it should be:

• Of the receptacle type (breaker type or portable type NOT recommended)
• Used with permanent wiring only (temporary or portable wiring NOT recommended)
• On a dedicated circuit (no other receptacles, switches or loads in the circuit)
• Connected to a standard breaker of appropriate size (GFI breaker of the same size NOT recommended)
• Rated for Class A (5 mA +/- 1 mA trip current) as per UL 943 standard)
• In good condition and free from any loose-fitting gaskets (if applicable in outdoor situations)
• Protected from moisture (water, steam, high humidity) as much as reasonably possible

FIRE/EXPLOSION

HAZARD

IF THE INFORMATION IN
THIS MANUAL IS NOT

FOLLOWED EXACTLY, A FIRE OR
EXPLOSION MAY RESULT CAUSING
PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL
INJURY, OR DEATH.

• 

DO NOT

store or use gasoline or other

flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.

• 

WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:

DO NOT

try to light any appliance.

DO NOT

touch any electrical switch;

DO NOT

use any phone in your

building.

–Immediately call your gas supplier from

a neighbor’s phone.

–Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.
–If you cannot reach your gas supplier,

call the fire department.

• Installation and service must be

performed by a qualified installer, service
agency, or the gas supplier.

TIPPING HAZARD

To reduce the risk of property
damage or personal injury;
install anti-tipping device
provided in accordance with
the installation instructions in
this document. Device must be
engaged properly to prevent
product from tipping over.

•  This range can tip.
•  Injuries to persons can result.
• Install anti-tip device packed with range.
•  See installation instructions.

CHEMICAL HAZARD

To avoid risk of property
damage and/or personal injury
or death; this appliance is not

too be used as a heating source.
• Benzene is a chemical which is part of

the gas supply to this cooking product,
which is consumed in the flames during
combustion. Exposure to a small
amount of benzene is possible if a gas
leak occurs. Formaldehyde and soot are
by-products of incomplete combustion.

• This appliance contains or produces

chemicals which can cause serious
injury or death and which are known to
the state of California to cause cancer,
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
To reduce the risk from substances in
the fuel or from fuel combustion make
sure this appliance is installed,
operated, and maintained in accordance
to the instructions in this document.

MOVING HAZARD

To avoid risk of severe
personal injury; this appliance
requires two or more personnel

while handling and moving. Possible 
use of appliance moving devices is
recommended.

GAS LEAK HAZARD

To avoid risk of personal injury
or death; leak testing of the
appliance must be conducted

according to the manufacturer’s
instructions. Before placing appliance in
operation, always check for gas leaks
with soapy water solution.

• DO NOT USE AN OPEN FLAME TO

CHECK FOR GAS LEAKS.

Summary of Contents for Professional VGIC2454BSS

Page 1: ...20254N EN 060809J Freestanding Gas Ranges Viking Range Corporation 111 Front Street Greenwood Mississippi 38930 USA 662 455 1200 For product information call 1 888 VIKING1 845 4641 or visit the Viking Web site at vikingrange com ...

Page 2: ...ceptacles switches or loads in the circuit Connected to a standard breaker of appropriate size GFI breaker of the same size NOT recommended Rated for Class A 5 mA 1 mA trip current as per UL 943 standard In good condition and free from any loose fitting gaskets if applicable in outdoor situations Protected from moisture water steam high humidity as much as reasonably possible FIRE EXPLOSION HAZARD...

Page 3: ...d in styrofoam top pack 2 Legs should be installed near to where the appliance is to be used as they are not secure for long transit After unpacking the range raise it about a foot to remove the bottom shipping skid Keep the unit raised to permit the legs to be screwed into our couplings and lower it gently to keep any undue strain from the legs and internal mounting hardware It is strongly recomm...

Page 4: ...1 4 cm above the countertop for open top burners and 42 106 7 cm for sealed burners To maintain product warranty the responsibility for ensuring the use of non combustible heat resistant materials when required lies with individual owner contractor or end user Use range only with factory supplied legs 6 BASIC SPECIFICATIONS Description 24 W Models Overall width 23 7 8 60 6 cm Overall height Base H...

Page 5: ... cm Legs adjust 3 7 6 cm Additions to Base Height To top of spider grate add 1 1 8 2 9 cm To top of island trim add 1 1 4 3 2 cm To top of 6 backguard add 6 15 2 cm To top of 10 backguard add 10 25 4 cm To top of high shelf add 23 1 2 59 7 cm Overall depth from rear 24 Deep Models 27 Deep Models To end of side panel 24 15 16 63 3 cm 27 68 6 cm To end of control panel 27 7 8 70 8 cm 28 3 4 73 0 cm ...

Page 6: ...m 36 W Models 35 7 8 91 1 cm 48 W Models 47 7 8 121 6 cm 60 W Models 59 1 2 151 1 cm Dim B minimum Open Top Burners 36 91 4 cm Sealed Burners 42 106 7 cm A 10 PROXIMITY TO SIDE CABINET INSTALLATION 24 W MODELS 1 This range may be installed directly adjacent to existing 36 91 4 cm high base cabinets IMPORTANT The top grate support MUST be 3 8 95 cm above the adjacent base cabinet countertop This ma...

Page 7: ...horizontally within the limits provided by the slotted screw holes 4 A level should be placed across the top of the range and the unit leveled both front to back and side to side If it is not level burner combustion may be erratic liquid or semi liquid batters will cook at an angle and the unit may not function efficiently A Right Side Front Back Adjustable Legs B Left Side Front Back Adjustable L...

Page 8: ...before work is started on the range Gas conversions are the responsibility of the dealer or end user c This range can be used with Natural or LP Propane gas It is shipped from the factory adjusted for use with natural gas The orifice hoods must be screwed snug when LP Propane gas is used See LP Propane conversion d Manifold pressure should be checked with a manometer natural gas requires 5 0 W C P...

Page 9: ...n the surface burners off 8 Replace the drip tray 9 Remove grate support and burner bowls 10 Tighten the air shutter screw B being careful to not change the adjusted shutter gap 11 Replace the grate supports burner bowls burner caps and grates 12 Turn the lighted burners to the low flame setting 13 Insert a narrow flat blade screwdriver into the hollow shaft of the surface burner valve and engage ...

Page 10: ...ctions to installation are the responsibility of the dealer installer or end user INITIAL IGNITION OF BURNERS For Sealed Surface Burners All sealed top ranges are tested before leaving the factory There are no adjustments for the sealed surface burners if connected according to the information on the rating plate Check each burner for proper operations Flames should be blue in all settings If serv...

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