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GE JGSP48 Installation Instructions Manual

Gas slide-in range
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Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: www.GEAppliances.com
IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF
MASSACHUSETTS:
• This product must be installed by a
licensed plumber or gas fitter.
• When using ball-type gas shut-off valves,
they shall be the T-handle type.
• A flexible gas connector, when used, must
not exceed 3 feet.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely
and carefully.
IMPORTANT
•
instructions for local inspector's use.
IMPORTANT
•
governing codes and ordinances.
• Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these
instructions with the Consumer.
• Note to Consumer – Keep these
instructions for future reference.
• Product failure due to improper installation
is not covered under the Warranty.
WARNING
be properly grounded.
IMPORTANT
•
appliance shall be conducted according to
the manufacturer's instructions.
• Proper installation is the responsibility
of the installer and product failure due to
improper installation is NOT covered under
warranty.
4053P535
229C
31-10552
03-03 JR
— Save these
— Observe all
— This appliance must
— Leak testing of the
Gas Slide-In Range

PARTS INCLUDED

Rear Filler
2 Screws

MATERIALS YOU MAY NEED

Joint Sealant
CSA-Approved Flexible Gas Line
3/8" Min. ID, 1/2" NPT Connection,
3-foot Maximum Length (Massachusetts Only)

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

1/4" Nut Driver
Phillips Head
Screwdriver
Tape Measure
Safety Glasses
1
JGSP48, JGS968
Screws
Anti-Tip Bracket
Pipe Fittings
Shut Off Valve
Level
Pipe Wrench
Wrench or Pliers
(for 1-7/16" Nut)
Drill
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  • Page 1: Installation Instructions

    Installation Gas Slide-In Range Instructions JGSP48, JGS968 Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: www.GEAppliances.com IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PARTS INCLUDED MASSACHUSETTS: • This product must be installed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter. • When using ball-type gas shut-off valves,...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    Installation Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR SAFETY: This range has been design certified by UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES. You’ll find WARNING safety precautions in your Owner’s Manual. — If the information in Read them carefully. this manual is not followed exactly, a fire, explosion or gas leak may result causing •...

  • Page 3: Anti-Tip Device

    Installation Instructions ELECTRICAL REQUIRMENTS ANTI-TIP DEVICE This appliance must be supplied with the WARNING — To reduce the risk proper voltage and frequency and connected of tipping, the appliance must be secured by to an individual, properly grounded branch properly installed Anti-Tip bracket packed circuit, protected by a circuit breaker or fuse with this appliance.

  • Page 4: Pre-Installation Checklist

    ADJUST gaps and could break the glass and void the warranty. To obtain Kits: a. Visit GE Web Site (See page 1) b. Call GE Answer Center (See page 1) c. Contact Dealer CAREFULLY, TILT RANGE TO ACCESS RANGE LEVELING...

  • Page 5: Remove The Door If Necessary

    Installation Instructions REMOVE THE DOOR IF REMOVE THE DOOR IF NECESSARY NECESSARY (cont.) Door removal is not a requirement for LIFT OFF DOOR installation of the product, but is an added Lift door up and out until the hinge arms convenience.

  • Page 6: Pre-Installation Cutout And Required Clearances

    Installation Instructions PRE-INSTALLATION CHECKLIST (CONT.) PRE-INSTALLATION CUTOUT STANDARD INSTALLATION AND REQUIRED CLEARANCES If the construction of your cabinet cannot If cabinets are placed less than 30″ above the provide a 1/4″ flat area at the back of the range, see Alternate Construction, Step 19F, countertop opening, consider changing the on page 16.

  • Page 7: Installation - Electrical Connections

    Installation Instructions ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS INSTALLATION – ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of an extension cord. However, if you still elect to use an extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it is a UL listed 3-wire grounding-type appliance extension cord and that the current carrying rating of the cord in amperes...

  • Page 8: Gas Connections

    Installation Instructions GAS CONNECTIONS MAKING THE CONNECTIONS MAKING THE CONNECTIONS (cont.) Install 1/2″ flare union adaptor to the 1/2″ NPT elbow on pressure regulator. 3″ 7″ Connect flexible appliance connector to 15″ ″ flare union. ⁄ 12″ Move range into approximate position and connect flexible connector to gas Install a manual shut-off valve in the gas supply line with proper flare union...

  • Page 9: Install The Range

    Installation Instructions INSTALL THE RANGE INSTALL THE ANTI-TIP BRACKET INSTALL THE ANTI-TIP BRACKET (cont.) LOCATE THE BRACKET a. Decide whether the bracket will be INSTALL THE BRACKET IN WOOD OR installed on the right or left side of the CONCRETE range opening.

  • Page 10: Slide Range Into Opening

    Installation Instructions INSTALL THE RANGE (CONT.) SLIDE RANGE INTO OPENING SLIDE RANGE INTO OPENING (cont.) Position the range in front of the cabinet opening. Plug the range cord into the receptacle. Locate the cord in the back of the range Make sure that the glass which overhangs in a manner that it will not touch or be the countertop clears the countertop.

  • Page 11: Replace The Oven Door

    Installation Instructions REPLACE THE OVEN DOOR REPLACE THE STORAGE DRAWER NOTE: The oven door is heavy. You may need help lifting the door high enough to slide it Place the drawer rail on the guides. into the hinge slots. Do not lift the door by Push the drawer in until it stops.

  • Page 12: Cooktop Burners

    Installation Instructions INSTALL THE RANGE (CONT.) CHECK FOR LEAKS COOKTOP BURNERS Turn the gas supply on and use a liquid leak ASSEMBLING THE BURNERS detector (soap solution) at all joints and connections to check for leaks. Do not use an CAUTION: open flame to look for leaks.
  • Page 13 Turn on gas. burner flames are yellow in color or not the b. Push and turn a burner valve to the LITE proper length, call GE Service. position. • The burner valve should light when gas 1/2″ to 3/4″...

  • Page 14: Bake And Broil Burners

    Installation Instructions INSTALL THE RANGE (CONT.) ADJUST THE AIR SHUTTER BAKE AND BROIL BURNERS BAKE BURNER If the bake and/or broil burners have lifting or “lazy” (floating) flames or you have a yellow 1. Remove the orifice fitting cover. flame, perform the following procedures: 2.
  • Page 15 Installation Instructions When the trim is set in the proper position, ALTERNATE CONSTRUCTION tighten the 2 mounting screws. The top of the PREPARATION trim should be located below the top surface of the glass to prevent pots, pans and skillets OPTIONAL MAINTOP FILLER OR from damaging the painted parts.

  • Page 16: Operation Checklist

    Installation Instructions INSTALL THE RANGE (CONT.) Please see L.P. conversion instructions ALTERNATE CONSTRUCTION supplied with this range when L.P. Gas is used. PREPARATION (cont.) NOTE: Instructions are mounted on regulator FOR CABINET OPENINGS bracket. APPROXIMATELY 30-3/8″ If range is installed in cabinet opening approximately 30-3/8″, the Vertical Side Trim Kit (JXS86XX) should be used to cover gaps between IN SOME CASES...

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