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31-10652

02-07 JR

Installation

Free-Standing

Instructions

Electric Ranges

Models PB970, PB975

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely 
and carefully.

IMPORTANT 

Save these

instructions for local inspector’s use.

IMPORTANT 

Observe all

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.

Skill level – 

Installation of this appliance

requires basic mechanical skills.

Completion time – 

1 to 3 hours

Proper installation is the responsibility of
the installer. 

Product failure due to improper installation
is not covered under the Warranty.

WARNING 

This appliance must

be properly grounded.

FOR YOUR SAFETY:

WARNING 

Before beginning the

installation, switch power off at service panel
and lock the service disconnecting means to
prevent power from being switched on
accidentally. When the service disconnecting
means cannot be locked, securely fasten a
prominent warning device, such as a tag, to
the service panel.

ANTI-TIP DEVICE

WARNING 

To reduce the risk 

of tipping, the appliance must be secured by
properly installed Anti-Tip bracket packed
with this appliance.

WARNING

• 

All ranges can tip

• 

Injury to persons could result

• 

Install Anti-Tip bracket packed
with range

• 

See Installation Instructions

If you pull the range out and away from the
wall for any reason, make sure the Anti-Tip
bracket is engaged when the range is pushed
back against the wall.

Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: ge.com

Summary of Contents for PB970BMBB

Page 1: ...s appliance must be properly grounded FOR YOUR SAFETY WARNING Before beginning the installation switch power off at service panel and lock the service disconnecting means to prevent power from being s...

Page 2: ...a qualified technician Make sure the cabinets and wall coverings around the range can withstand the temperatures up to 200 F generated by the range 2 Installation Instructions PREPARE TO INSTALL THE R...

Page 3: ...WEEN COOKTOP WALLS AND ABOVE THE COOKTOP Make sure the wall covering countertop flooring and cabinets around the range can withstand the heat up to 200 F generated by the range Allow 30 minimum cleara...

Page 4: ...CORD ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS CAUTION For personal safety do not use an extension cord with this appliance Remove house fuse or open circuit breaker before beginning installation This appliance must b...

Page 5: ...are present at the end of the winged strain relief they can be removed for better fit NOTE Do not install the power cord without a strain relief The strain relief bracket should be installed before re...

Page 6: ...ral is connected to the center lower position of the terminal block Tighten screws securely into the terminal block Skip to Step 8 and proceed with the installation E D C B A 5 3 WIRE POWER CORD INSTA...

Page 7: ...ocal codes Skip to Step 8 and proceed with the installation B A 6 4 WIRE CONDUIT INSTALLATION Loosen the three lower terminal screws from the terminal block Remove the ground screw and ground plate an...

Page 8: ...ped by stepping or sitting on the door Injury may result from spilled hot liquids or from the range itself 9 Typical installation of anti tip bracket attachment to wall Bracket Screw must enter wood o...

Page 9: ...e appliance once the appliance has been turned on and surfaces have heated Check to make sure that the doors are parallel to each other and that both operate smoothly If they do not see the Owner s Ma...

Page 10: ...10 Notes...

Page 11: ...11 Notes...

Page 12: ...12 Printed in the United States...

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