GE PS968SPSS Alternate Installation / Construction Kits, Electrical Requirements

3ALTERNATE INSTALLATION / CONSTRUCTION KITS

Description:Use:

Backguard Kit: Adds a decorative backguard to the rear	Designed to be used when replacing
of the range. This kit can only be used when the opening	a free-standing range with a slide-in.
in the countertop is 25" deep.
Maintop Filler Kit: Adds a filler strip to the rear of the range.	Used to fill gap between the range
This kit can only be used when the opening in the countertop	back and wall.
is 25" deep. This kit cannot be used with a backguard kit.
Body Side Kit: Contains a color-matched side panel which	Designed to be used when cabinets
can be used to create a finished appearance on either side	are absent on one side of the range.
of the range.
Lower Trim Kit: Contains a color-matched toe kick	Use kit when countertop height is
and extra-long leveling legs. Designed to be used when	36-1/2" to 38" high.
the range needs to be raised higher than 36-1/2".

To order accessory kits, call 1.866.775.4557, or visit www.GEAppliances.com.

5ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

WARNING: This appliance must be properly grounded.

WARNING: All new constructions, mobile homes, recreational vehicles and installations where local codes do not allow grounding through neutral require a 4-conductor, UL-listed range cord.

WARNING: To prevent fire or shock, do not use an extension cord with this appliance.

WARNING: To prevent shock, remove house fuse or open circuit breaker before begin- ning installation.

We recommend you have the electrical wiring and hookup of your range connected by a qualified electrician. After installation, have the electrician show you how to disconnect power from the range.

You must use a single-phase, 120/208 VAC or 120/240 VAC, 60 hertz electrical system. If you connect to aluminum wiring, properly installed connectors approved for use with aluminum wiring must be used.

Effective January 1, 1996, the National Electrical Code requires that new construction (not existing) utilize a 4-conductor connection to an electric range. When installing an electric range in new con- struction, mobile home, recreational vehicle, or an area where local codes prohibit grounding through the neutral conductor, refer to the section on four-conductor branch circuit connections.

4PREPARE THE RANGE STORAGE DRAWER REMOVAL

A.Pull drawer out until it stops.

B.Lift front of drawer until the stops clear the guide.

C.Pull forward and remove the drawer.

DOOR REMOVAL (optional)

Protective channel

Rail

Guide

Stop Stop

Check with your local utilities for electrical codes which apply in your area. Failure to wire your oven according to governing codes could result in a hazardous condition. If there are no local codes, your oven must be wired and fused to meet the National Electrical Code, NFPA No. 70 – latest edition, available from the National Fire Protection Association.

This appliance must be supplied with proper voltage and frequency and connected to an individ- ual, properly grounded, 40 amp (minimum) branch circuit protected by a circuit breaker

or time-delay fuse.

Use only a 3-conductor or a 4-conductor UL-listed range cord. These cords may be provided with ring terminals on wire and a strain relief device.

A range cord rated at 40 amps with 125/250 minimum volt range is required. A 50 amp range cord is not recommended, but if used, it should be marked for use with nominal 13⁄8" diameter connection openings. Care should be taken to center the cable and strain relief within the knockout hole to keep the edge from damaging the cable.

The rating plate is located on the oven frame or on the side of the drawer frame.

Rating plate

Rating plate

Door removal is not a requirement for installation of the product		Hinge
	Hinge	unlocked
but is an added convenience. To remove the door:
		position
	slot
A. Open the oven door as far as it will go.
B. Push both hinge locks down toward the door frame to the unlocked posi-	Hinge
tion. This may require a flat-blade screwdriver.
	arm
DO NOT LIFT THE DOOR BY THE HANDLE!

C. Place hands on both sides of the door, and close the oven door

to the removal position. (Approximately 1"-2" from the closed position.)
D. Lift door up and out until the hinge arms clear the slots.
NOTE: The oven door is very heavy. Be sure you have a firm grip before lift-
ing the oven door off the hinges. Use caution once the door is removed.
Do not lay the door on its handle. This could cause dents or scratches.	Hinge clears slot

6POWER CORD AND CONDUIT INSTALLA- TION

A. Remove wire cover (on the back of range) by removing screws using a 1/4" nut driver.

Do not discard these screws.

B. For power cord and 1" conduit only, remove the knockout ring (13⁄8") located on bracket directly below the terminal block. To remove the knockout, use a pair of pliers to bend the knockout ring away from the bracket and twist until ring is removed.

Wire cover

Terminal block (appearance may vary)

Knockout ring in bracket

Knockout ring removed