Installation Instructions

Range

In the Commonwealth

of Massachusetts

This product must be installed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter.

When using ball type gas shut-off valves, they shall be the T-handle type.

A flexible gas connector, when used, must not exceed 3 feet.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

Installation of this range must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/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 Z21.1, latest edition and Canadian Gas Association according

to CAN/CGA-1.1 latest edition.

As with any appliance using gas and generating heat, there are certain safety precautions you should follow. You will find these precautions in the Important Safety Information section in the front of this manual. Read them carefully.

IMPORTANT – Save these

instructions for local electrical inspector’s use.

IMPORTANT – Observe all

governing codes and ordinances.

Note to Installer – Leave these instructions with the appliance after installation is completed.

Note to Consumer – Keep this Owner’s

Manual and Installation Instructions for future reference.

Note – This appliance must be properly grounded.

Servicer – The electrical diagram is in an envelope attached to the back of the range.

Skill level – Installation of this appliance requires basic mechanical skills.

Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer.

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

FOR YOUR SAFETY

Do not store or use combustible materials, gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

If you smell gas:

Open windows.

Don’t touch electrical switches.

Extinguish any open flame.

Immediately call your gas supplier.

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

Phillips screwdriver

 

Flat-blade screwdriver

Open-end or

adjustable wrench

 

Pencil and ruler

 

 

Level

Pipe wrenches (2)

 

(one for backup)

Drill, awl or nail

 

MATERIALS YOU MAY NEED

Gas line shut-off valve

Pipe joint sealant or UL-approved pipe thread tape with Teflon* that resists action of natural and LP gases

Flexible metal appliance connector (1/2 ″ I.D.)

A 5-foot length is recommended for ease of installation but other lengths are acceptable. Never use an old connector when installing a new range.

Flare union adapter for connection to gas supply line (3/4 ″ or 1/2 ″ NPT x 1/2 ″ I.D.)

Flare union adapter for connection to pressure regulator on range (1/2 ″ NPT x 1/2 ″ I.D.)

Liquid leak detector or soapy water.

Lag bolt or 1/2″ O.D. sleeve anchor (for concrete floors only).

*Teflon: Registered trademark of DuPont

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GE JGB915, JGB905 installation instructions For Your Safety, Tools YOU will Need, Materials YOU MAY Need

JGB915, JGB905 specifications

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