GE RGA620 Converting the Range for Use with LP Propane Gas if necessary, Burner Specifications

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Converting the Range for Use with LP (Propane) Gas (if necessary)

Safety Instructions

Installation of the range.

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

Converting the Range for Use with LP (Propane) Gas (if necessary)

Installation Instructions Care and Cleaning Operating Instructions

Skip to Step 4 if conversion is not necessary.

This range leaves the factory set for use with natural gas. When converting to LP gas, keep these instructions in case you need to convert back to natural gas.

WARNING: This conversion must be made by a qualified installer or gas supplier in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and all codes and requirements of the authority having jurisdiction. Failure to follow instructions could result in serious injury or property damage. The qualified agency performing this work assumes responsibility for the conversion.

Burner Specifications:

 

Top BurnerOrifice Drill SizeMarking

 

Natural Gas

 

#53 (.0590 dia.)

N

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LP (Propane)

 

#66 (.0330 dia.)

 

L

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Natural Gas spud is

 

 

LP Gas spud is marked

 

 

marked with an “N”

 

 

 

with an “L”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Prepare Range for Conversion:

1.Turn off the gas supply to the range.

2.Turn off electrical power to the range.

If the range has not yet been connected to the gas supply, or if a flexible connection was made, the range may be pulled out from the wall to make the conversion easier.

CAUTION: If the gas supply to range is disconnected for any reason, see the installation instructions for proper connection and safety precautions.

Convert the Pressure Regulator:

WARNING:Do not remove the pressure regulator from the range.

1.Lift the cooktop, prop it open and locate the pressure regulator at the left rear of the range.

Gas flow

into range

Lever shown closed.

Pull to open.

Oven only shut-off.

Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips

Tools Required:

Adjustable wrench

1/2″ open-end wrench

Phillips-head screwdriver

Flat-bladed screwdriver (blade width approximately 3/32″ across)

5/16″ nutdriver or small adjustable wrench

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2.Use a large, flat-bladed screwdriver or a coin to remove the cap from the pressure regulator.

3.Turn the cap over and hook it into the slots. The type of gas to be used should now be visible in the center of the cap.

Natural gas cap

LP gas cap

(marked with “NAT”)

(marked with “LP”)

 

Gas flow

 

into range

Lever shown closed.

Pull to open.

Oven only shut-off.

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GE RGA620 Converting the Range for Use with LP Propane Gas if necessary, Burner Specifications, Tools Required, Top Burner