GE 31-10673 09-08 JR, PS968SPSS installation instructions Prepare the Opening for Indoor USE only

Installation Instructions

30" Electric Slide-In Ranges

Questions? Call 1.800.GE.CARES (1.800.432.2737) or visit www.geappliances.com

In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or visit www.geappliances.ca

2PREPARE THE OPENING (FOR INDOOR USE ONLY)

If the countertop area is not flat, excess tension may be applied to the glass cooktop causing breakage and voiding the warranty. Make sure the wall covering, countertop, flooring and cabinets around the range can withstand the heat (up to 200˚F) generated by the range.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

•IMPORTANT — Save these

instructions for local inspector’s use.

•IMPORTANT — Observe all gov- erning codes and ordinances.

•Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these instructions with Consumer.

•Note to Consumer – Keep these instruc- tions for future reference.

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

and advanced electrical skills.

•Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer.

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

A. Allow 30" minimum clearance between surface units and bottom of unprotected wood or metal cabinet, or allow a 24" minimum when bottom of wood or metal cabinet is protected by no less then 1/4" thick flame retardant millboard covered with no less than No. 28 MSG sheet metal (.015" thick), .015" thick stainless steel, .025" aluminum or .020" copper.

B. This appliance has been approved for 0" spacing to adjacent surfaces above the cooktop. However, a minimum 6" spacing to surfaces less than 15" above the cooktop and adjacent cabinetry

is recommended to reduce exposure to steam, grease splatter and heat. Allow 1/4" minimum clearance at the back wall.

To reduce the risk of burns or fire when reaching over hot surface elements, cabinet storage space above the cooktop should be avoided. If cabinet storage space is to be provided above the cooktop, the risk can be reduced by installing a range hood that projects at least 5" beyond the front of the cabinets. Cabinets installed above the cooktop must be no deeper than 13".

FOR YOUR SAFETY:

Anti-Tip Bracket

Kit Included

If you did not receive an anti-tip bracket with your purchase, call 1.800.626.8774 to receive one at no cost. (In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344.) For installation instructions of the bracket, visit: www.geappliances.com. (In Canada, www.geappliances.ca.)

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, secure- ly fasten a prominent warning device, such as a tag,

to the service panel.

2-7/8"	24"
To front
surface of
countertop

20-5/8"

Door clearance from

front surface of

countertop

31-1/4"

46-3/8"

Acceptable electrical outlet area. Orient electrical receptacle so the length is parallel to floor.

7-1/2"

36-1/4"

4"

Height from floor to range top

35-7/8"–36-1/2"

OR

36-1/2"–38" with lower trim

slide-in kit (see Step 3)

25-3/4"

(excluding

handle)

MATERIALS YOU MAY NEED	TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
	Drill with 1/8" Bit	Tin Snips
	Safety Glasses	Tape Measure
	Adjustable Wrench	Pliers

NOTE: Use a 4' power cord to prevent interference with the storage drawer. Power cords 4-1/2' to 6' long may have to be dressed to allow for proper draw-

er closing. B

30"

Min.

A

For Profile models only, if countertop has a raised edge, shave raised edge to clear

31-1/8" wide control panel.

9/16"

Squeeze Connector	(UL Listed 40 AMP)
(For Conduit	4-Wire Cord 4' long OR	Level	1/4" Nut Driver
Installations Only)	3-Wire Cord 4' long

1REMOVE PACKAGING MATERIALS: Failure to remove packaging

materials could result in damage to the appliance. Remove all packing parts from oven, racks, heating elements and drawer. Also, remove protective film and labels on the door, cooktop (do not remove side protection on glass cooktops) and backguard.

Do not remove protective channel from sides of glass cooktop, if applicable, until later in installation.

	23-3/16"
	1/4" Min. Flat	15" Min.
	25"
35-7/8"–38" from	2-1/2"
	1-1/4" Min, from countertop
Floor to countertop
	to top of cabinet drawer.
	4"
	7-1/2"
	2-1/2"
29-15/16"–30-1/16"
	Acceptable electrical
	outlet area