GE 49-8338 installation instructions Prehmtiow

~See Dimensions and Clearances in this section for all rough-in and spacing dimensions. These dimensionsmust be met for safeuse ofyourrange. The locationofthe electricaloutletand pipeopening (see Gas Pipe and Electric Outlet Locations) may be adjusted to meet spectic requirements.

~The range maybe placed with 0“ clearance (flush)at the back walland sidewalls of the range.

Do not locate the range where it may be subject to strong drafts. Any openings in the floor or wall behind the range should be sealed. Make sure the openings around the base of the range that supply tiesh air for combustion and ventilation are not obstructed by carpeting or woodwork.

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Yourrange, like many other household items, is heavy and can setde into soft floorcoveringssuch as cushioned vinyl or carpeting. Use care when moving the range on this me of flooririg.It is recommended that the followingsimple and inexpensive instructions be followedto protect your floor.The range shouldbe instied on a sheet ofplywood(or similar material). men thefloor coveringenh at thefio~~tof the ra~ge,the area that the range will rest on should be built up with plywood to the same level or higher than the floor covering. This willallowthe range to be moved for cleaning or servicing.

Depending on your range, you’llfind the model and serial numbers on a label on the front frame of the range, behind the storage drawer, kick panel or broiler drawer.

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~PhilMpsand flat-bladescrewdrivers

~Pencil and ruler

~Two pipe wrenches (one for backup)

~lW open-end or adjustable wrench

~Nut drivers or wrenches: 3/16” and 114”

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~Gas he shut-offvalve @Pipejointsealantor Unapprovedpipethread tapewithTeflon*that resists actionofnatural andLPgases

@Flexiblemetalapplianceconnector(1/2”I.D.) A5-footlengthis recommendedforease of installationbut otherlengthsare acceptable. Neveruse an oldconnectorwheninstallinga newrange.

@Flareunionadapterforconnectionto gas supplyline (3/& or 1/7 NPTx 1/2”I.D.)

@Fltie l~nionadapterforconnectionto pressure regulatoronrange (1/2”NPTx 1/2”I.D.)

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PREHMTIOW

oRemovealltape andpackaging.Liftup the cooktop(onmodelswithdud burners)andremove anypackingmaterialunderit. Makesure the dualburners are properlyseatedandlevel.

@Removeplasticfilmthat coverssomechrome parts (aroundovendoor,sidetrim).

@Takethe accessorypackout ofthe oven.

@Checkto be sure that no rangeparts have comelooseduringshipping.

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