2.Attach terminal lugs to line 2 (red), bare (green) ground, and line 1 (black) wires. Loosen (do not remove) the setscrew on the front of the terminal lug and insert exposed wire end through bottom of terminal lugs. Securely tighten setscrew to torque as shown in the following Bare Wire Torque Specifications chart.

A

B

CD E

A. Terminal lug

B.Setscrew

C.Line 2 (red) wire

D.Bare (green) ground wire

E.Line 1 (black) wire

Bare Wire Torque Specifications

Attaching terminal lugs to the terminal block - 20 lbs-in. (2.3 N-m)

Wire Awg

Torque

8 gauge copper

25 lbs-in. (2.8 N-m)

 

 

6 gauge aluminum

35 lbs-in. (4.0 N-m)

 

 

3.Use ³⁄₈" nut driver to connect the bare (green) ground wire to the center terminal block post with one of the 10–32 hex nuts.

Verify Anti-Tip Bracket Is Installed and

Engaged

On Ranges Equipped with a Storage Drawer:

1.Remove the storage drawer. See “Storage Drawer” section.

2.Use a flashlight to look underneath the bottom of the range.

3.Visually check that the rear range foot is inserted into the slot of the anti-tip bracket.

On Ranges Equipped with a Warming Drawer or Premium Storage Drawer:

1.Place the outside of your foot against the bottom front of the warming drawer or premium storage drawer, and grasp the lower right or left side of the control panel as shown.

NOTE: If your countertop is mounted with a backsplash, it may be necessary to grasp the range higher than is shown in the illustration.

F

A

E

B

 

D

 

C

A. 10–32 hex nut

D. Bare (green) ground wire

B. Line 2 (red)

E. Line 1 (black)

C. Ground-link screw

F. Terminal lug

4.Connect line 2 (red) and line 1 (black) wires to the outer terminal block posts with 10-32 hex nuts.

5.Securely tighten hex nuts.

6.Replace terminal block access cover.

2.Slowly attempt to tilt the range forward.

If you encounter immediate resistance, the range foot is engaged in the anti-tip bracket.

3.If the rear of the range lifts more than ½" (1.3 cm) off the floor without resistance, stop tilting the range and lower it gently back to the floor. The range foot is not engaged in the anti-tip bracket.

IMPORTANT: If there is a snapping or popping sound when lifting the range, the range may not be fully engaged in the bracket. Check to see if there are obstructions keeping the range from sliding to the wall or keeping the range foot from sliding into the bracket. Verify that the bracket is held securely in place by the mounting screws.

4.Slide the range forward, and verify that the anti-tip bracket is securely attached to the floor or wall.

5.Slide range back so the rear range foot is inserted into the slot of the anti-tip bracket.

IMPORTANT: If the back of the range is more than 2" (5.1 cm) from the mounting wall, the rear range foot may not engage the bracket. Slide the range forward and determine if there is an obstruction between the range and the mounting wall. If you need assistance or service, refer to the “Assistance or Service” section of the Use and Care Guide, or the cover or “Warranty” section of the User Instructions, for contact information.

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Whirlpool W10403811C Verify Anti-Tip Bracket Is Installed Engaged, Gauge copper Lbs-in .8 N-m Gauge aluminum Lbs-in .0 N-m
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W10403811C specifications

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