Whirlpool Gas Single And Double Built-In Oven Gas Supply Requirements, Type of Gas, Natural gas

Models: Gas Single And Double Built-In Oven

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Gas Supply Requirements

A 120 volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15-amp fused, electrical circuit is required. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is also recommended. It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this oven be provided.

Electronic ignition systems operate within wide voltage limits, but proper grounding and polarity are necessary. Check that the outlet provides 120-volt power and is correctly grounded.

The wiring diagram is located in the upper control compartment in a clear plastic bag.

Gas Supply Requirements

Type of Gas WARNING

Explosion Hazard

Use a new CSA International approved gas supply line.

Install a shut-off valve.

Securely tighten all gas connections.

If connected to LP, have a qualified person make sure gas pressure does not exceed 14" (36 cm) water column.

Examples of a qualified person include:

licensed heating personnel,

authorized gas company personnel, and authorized service personnel.

Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

Observe all governing codes and ordinances.

IMPORTANT: This installation must conform with all local codes and ordinances. In the absence of local codes, installation must conform with American National Standard, National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1 - latest edition or CAN/CGA B149 - latest edition.

IMPORTANT: Leak testing of the oven must be conducted according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Type of Gas

Natural gas:

This oven is design-certified by CSA International for use with Natural gas or, after proper conversion, for use with LP gas.

This oven is factory set for use with Natural gas. See “Gas Conversions” section. The model/serial rating plate located behind the broiler drawer on the right-hand side oven front frame has information on the types of gas that can be used. If the types of gas listed do not include the type of gas available, check with the local gas supplier.

LP gas conversion:

Conversion must be done by a qualified service technician.

No attempt shall be made to convert the appliance from the gas specified on the model/serial rating plate for use with a different gas without consulting the serving gas supplier. See “Gas Conversions” section.

Gas Supply Line

Provide a gas supply line of ¾" (1.9 cm) rigid pipe to the oven location. A smaller size pipe on longer runs may result in insufficient gas supply. Pipe-joint compounds that resist the action of LP gas must be used. Do not use TEFLON®† tape. With LP gas, piping or tubing size can be ½" (1.3 cm) minimum. Usually, LP gas suppliers determine the size and materials used in the system.

Flexible metal appliance connector:

If local codes permit, a new CSA design-certified, 4 to 5 ft (122 to 152.4 cm) long, ½" (1.3 cm) or

¾" (1.9 cm) I.D., flexible metal appliance connector may be used for connecting oven to the gas supply line.

A ½" (1.3 cm) male pipe thread is needed for connection to the female pipe threads of the inlet to the appliance pressure regulator.

Do not kink or damage the flexible metal tubing when moving the oven.

Rigid pipe connection:

The rigid pipe connection requires a combination of pipe fittings to obtain an in-line connection to the oven. The rigid pipe must be level with the oven connection. All strains must be removed from the supply and fuel lines so oven will be level and in line.

Must include a shutoff valve:

The supply line must be equipped with a manual shutoff valve. This valve should be located in the same room but external to the oven. It should be in a location that allows ease of opening and closing. Do not block access to shutoff valve. The valve is for turning on or shutting off gas to the oven.

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A. Gas supply line

B. Shutoff valve “open” position

C. To oven

†®TEFLON is a registered trademark of E.I. Du Pont De Nemours and Company.

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