Whirlpool 30 User's Manual
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1. WARNING e ALL RANGES CAN TIP e INJURY TO PERSONS COULD RESULT e INSTALL ANTI TIP DEVICE PACKED WITH RANGE e SEE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT Read and save these instructions IMPORTANT Installer Leave Installation Instructions with the homeowne Homeowner Keep installatio for future reference Save Installation Instructions for local electrical inspector s use g n instructions Installation Instructions Part No 316002942 437 1893 30 Freestanding ete Range Note 30 min when bottom of wood or metal cabinet is protected by not less than 1 4 flame retardant millboard covered with not less than No 28 MSG sheet steel 0 015 stainless steel 024 aluminum or 0 020 copper 36 min clearance between the top of the cooking platform and the bottom of an unprotected wood or metal cabinet Before you start Proper installation is your responsibility A qualified technician must install this range Make sure you have everything necessary for correct installation It is the responsibility of the installer to comply with the installation clearances specified on the serial rating plate The serial rating plate is located under the maintop Important Observe all governing codes and ordinances Electrical and gas dimensions Shaded area is recommended area for 120v outlet on rear wall and area for through the wall connection of gas pipe and2. clearances has been made for installation adjacent to materials that are less than 20 pounds per cu ft or to plastic tiles and sheeting latest edition or with local codes When this range is installed in a mobile home it must be secured to the floor during transit Any method of securing the range is adequate as long as it conforms to the standards listed above Copies of the standards listed may be obtained from National Fire Protection Association Batterymarch Park Quincy Massachusetts 02269 American Gas Association 1515 Wilson Boulevard Arlington Virginia 22209 See Electrical requirements Do Not seal the range to the side cabinets Cabinet opening dimensions that are shown must be used Given dimensions provide 0 clearance ALL OPENINGS IN THE WALL OR FLOOR WHERE THE RANGE IS TO WARNING If the information in this manual is not followed exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage personal injury or death Width 29 15 16 Proper gas supply connection must be available See Gas supply requirements Do Not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS e Do Not try to light any appliance e Do Not touch any electrical switch Do Not use any phone in your building e Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s
3. the cord must be plugged into a mating 3 prong grounding type wall receptacle grounded in accordance with the National Electrical ron Code ANSI NFPA 70 latest edition and gbunding type all local codes and ordinances See wall receptacle Figure 1 If a mating wall 3 prong receptacle is not available it grounding is the personal responsibility Plug and obligation of the customer to have a properly grounded 3 P DpIy prong wall receptacie installed by a qualified grounding electrician prong Now start With range in kitchen 1 BRemove shipping materials tape and protective film from range Keep cardboard shipping base under range Remove oven racks and shipping materials from inside oven 2 m Adjust the leveling legs to a point where the range base does not touch the floor A WARNING To prevent tipping install range anti tip bracket e Anti tip bracket must be attached to a wood or metal wall stud or concrete or concrete block wall Do Not attach anti tip bracket to a cabinet e Save these Installation Instructions If range is moved to a new location the anti tip bracket must be reinstalled in the new location centerline 3 m To mount anti tip bracket to wood or metal wall stud Find the wall stud that is closest to the center of the range location Note Wall stud should Not be more than 12 inches to the right or left of center of range location Measure and mark at the center o
4. instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier A WARNING Fire Hazard Do Not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air Personal Injury Hazard Avoid installing cabinet storage above the cooking surface If cabinets are already installed reduce the hazard of reaching over a heated cooking surface by installing a range hood The range hood should extend a minimum of 5 inches out from the bottom front of the cabinets Reaching over a heated cooking surface could result in a serious burn Electrical Shock Hazard It is the customer s responsibility To contact a qualified electrical installer To assure that the electrical installation is adequate and in conformance with National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 latest edition and all local codes and ordinances Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or other personal injury Panel A CAUTION Property Damage Contact a qualified floor covering installer to check that the floor covering can withstand heat at least 90 F above room temperature Use an insulated pad or 1 4 plywood under range if installing range over carpeting Failure to do so may result in damage to floor covering Tools and materials needed for installation gas line shutoff valve L P re
5. knob to the LITE position and then to the LO position The low flame should be a minimum steady air adjustment adjustment screw 7 Ny blue flame To adjust the burner remove the control knob and turn the adjustment screw in the center of the valve stem Check the adjustment by turning the control knob from HI to LO several times The burner is properly adjusted when the low flame remains steady and the burner does not go out Check each burner 19a Make sure the oven control knob is in the OFF position Remove the oven racks oven bottom and oven burner baffle Hold a lighted match to the opening in the top of the pilot at the rear of the oven burner No pilot adjustments are required 20a E Turn oven thermostat knob to 300 F The oven pilot should now be larger with the flame extending down the slanted ramp and burning against a small metal bulb After 20 40 seconds the main oven burner should ignite and burn until the oven temperature has reached 300 F At that time the oven pilot should get smaller moving away from the metal bulb which will turn the main oven burner off after 20 40 seconds The oven burner will continue to turn off and on to maintain oven temperature 2 1 a Check the oven burner for proper flame This flame should be 1 long with inner cone of bluish green and outer mantle of dark blue and should be clean and soft in character No yellow tips b
6. metal wall studs Drill 1 8 inch holes at each mounting hole location through wall and into stud For concrete or concrete block wall Drill 3 16 inch holes 1 3 4 inch minimum deep at each mounting hole location Tap plastic anchors into mounting holes with hammer 5 m Line up holes on bracket with holes on wall making sure that the TOP mounting hole on bracket is lined up with top hole in wall Securely fasten bracket to wall using screws provided 6 m Plug range power supply cord into grounded outlet Carefully slide range into position until range is approximately 2 inches from rear wall Remove shipping base cardboard or hardboard from under range 7 m Push cable located on rear of range up and into the two hooks on the anti tip bracket Check that cable is secure in both hooks by pulling cable towards range If cable comes out of hooks reposition cable to insure that cable fits securely in both anti tip bracket hooks Slide range into final position 8 m If installing the range in a mobile home you MUST secure the range to the floor Any method of securing the range is adequate as long as it conforms to the standards listed in the Mobile Home installation instructions Panel A 9 m Place rack in oven Place level on rack first side to side then front to back If range is not level adjust the leveling legs up or down until the range is level Note Oven must be level for sat
7. shuto valve Center of range For minimum clearances see Note The anti tip bracket MUST be installed For detailed instructions See Panels B 30 min and C e opening width 1 min countertop space to side wall or other combustible 18 min clearance upper cabinet to countertop 2 3 4 material Center of Recommended area for through the floor ronge Do Not connection of pipe Check location where range will be pinch the and shutoff valve installed The range should be power Mobile Home Installation ER sti aA ce eka d cord ar The installation of this range must conform the range to the Manufactured Home Construction strong heating vents or fans The l Depth with A and wall oy AAi and Safety Standards Title 24 CFR Part range should be located for handle 27 3 4 convenient use in the kitchen 3280 formerly the Federal Standard for R a Mobile Home Construction and Safety ecessed installations must provide f complete enclosure of the sides and 2573 8 j Cooktop 36 TS 24 PUD Pari 290 Or WHEN SUCH rear of range standard is not applicable the Standard ge Grounded for Manufactured Home Installation 1982 NOTE Clearances specified are for electrical outlet Overall Manufactured Home Sites Communities combustible walls and materials that is required 45 5 32 and Setups ANS 2225 1 NFPA 501A have a density of 20 or more pounds per cubic foot No evaluation of
8. blue flame To adjust the burner remove the control knob and turn the adjustment screw in the center of the valve stem Check the adjustment by turning the control knob from HI to LO several times The burner is properly adjusted when the low flame remains steady and the burner does not go out Check each burner 1 8 Remove oven rack Remove oven screws at rear of oven bottom Pull oven bottom rear up and remove front of oven bottom from oven front Remove oven bottom Remove baffle Check the operation of the oven burner Push in and turn temperature control knob to 300 F The oven burner should light in 50 60 seconds This delay is normal The oven safety valve requires a certain time before it will open and allow gas to flow CAUTION Product Damage e Do Not insert any object into the openings of the protective shield that surrounds the ignitor Do Not clean the area Failure to follow these instructions could result in product damage 1 9 m Check the oven burner for proper flame This flame should have a 1 long inner cone of bluish green with an outer mantle of dark blue and should be clean and soft in character No yellow tips blowing or lifting of flame should occur 20 Em If oven flame needs to be adjusted locate the air shutter near the center rear of the oven leak appears shut off gas valve controls saoe k I burner Loosen screw and adjust and adju
9. dard National Fuel Gas Code ANSI 2223 1 latest edition B m Input ratings shown on the serial rating plate are for elevations up to 2 000 feet For elevations above 2 000 feet ratings should be reduced at a rate of 4 for each 1 000 feet above sea level C m This range is design certified by A G A for NATURAL and L P gases with appropriate conversion The serial rating plate located under the cooktop has information for the type of gas that can be used If this information does not agree with the type of gas available check with the local gas supplier See Panel C and back cover for gas conversion instructions D E Provide a gas supply line of 3 4 rigid pipe to the range location A smaller size pipe on long runs may result in insufficient gas supply Pipe joint compounds made for use with L P gas must be used With L P gas piping or tubing size can be 1 2 minimum L P gas suppliers usually determine the size and materials used on the system E If local codes permit a new A G A design certified 4 5 foot long 1 2 or 3 4 D flexible metal appliance connector is recommended for connecting this range to the gas supply line Do Not kink or damage the flexible tubing wnen moving the range A 1 2 inch male pipe thread is needed for connection to pressure regulator female pipe threads F The supply line shall be equipped with an approved shutoff valve This valve should b
10. distinct as the inner cone 1 6 E f burners need adjusting for proper flame remove burner grates and carefully lift up the maintop Adjust the air Vay shutter to the widest opening that will produce a sharp blue flame that does not lift or blow off of the burner Repeat as necessary with each burner Panel C air adjustment baffle oven bottom and oven racks Standing Pilot System 1 4a m Be sure all control knobs are in the OFF position Remove grates and raise the maintop top pilot Use a match to light both pilots Adjust pilot adjustment screw so pilot flame tip is 1 8 high and centered in the hole in the pilot housing If the flame is too high carbon soot will accumulate under the cooktop 1 5a m Check the operation of the cooktop burners Push in and turn each control knob to LITE position The flame should light within 4 seconds Do Not leave the knob in the LITE position after burner lights 1 6a After burner lights turn control knob to HI position Check each cooktop burner for proper flame This small inner cone should have a very distinct blue flame approximately 1 2 long The outer cone is not as distinct as the inner cone 17a If burners need adjusting for proper flame adjust the air shutter to the widest opening that will not cause the flame to lift or blow off of the burner Repeat as necessary with each burner 18a Push in and turn the control
11. e located in the same room as the range and should be in a location that allows ease of opening and closing Do Not block access to shutoff valve G gw if rigid pipe is used as a gas supply line a combination of pipe fittings must be used to obtain an in line connection to the range All strains must be removed from the supply and fuel lines so range will be level and in line H m The regulator must be checked at a minimum of 1 inch water column above the set pressure The inlet pressure to the regulator should be as follows for operation NATURAL GAS Set pressure 5 inches Maximum pressure 14 inches L P GAS Set pressure 11 inches Maximum pressure 14 inches f m Line pressure testing Testing above 1 2 Ib psi gauge The range and its individual shutoff valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures greater than 1 2 psig 3 5 kPa Testing at 1 2 Ib psi gauge The range must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than 1 2 psig 3 5 kPa Electrical Requirements A WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard e Electrical ground is required on this appliance Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in fire electrical shock or other personal injury e Check with a
12. e regulator The letters L P should be visible on exposed end of the cap B Convert surface burner valves all models cooktop ok 1 Lift and lock shown S ated cooktop in up in raised ste position position 2 Use 1 2 wrench to turn spud counterclockwise until snug approximately 2 1 2 turns Do Not overtighten spud L P GAS decreases gas decreases flame size pin NAT GAS increases gas increases flame size preset at factory for natural gas Cc Convert oven burner all models 1 Remove bottom oven hold down screws at rear of oven bottom Pull up at rear and remove front of oven bottom from oven front frame Pull the oven bottom straight out of the oven Remove burner baffle 2 Use 1 2 wrench to turn down the spud approximately 2 1 2 turns until snug against the pin Do Not overtighten 3 Turn thermostat control knob to 300 F The oven burner flame should be steady and approximately 1 long with no yellow or orange tips air shutter at pud oven burner spud 4 If air shutter needs adjusting loosen air shutter set screw and adjust to obtain proper flame This will normally be completely open for L P gas Tighten air shutter set screw 5 Replace oven baffle and oven bottom Part No 316002942 437 1893 1992 Oven thermostat adjustment Standing Pilot System only If your range is connected to natural gas the selector should be turned s
13. f the wall stud a distance of 33 3 16 inches up from the floor To mount anti tip bracket to concrete or concrete block wall Measure and mark on the rear wall at the center of the range location a distance 33 3 16 inches up from the floor Note Anti tip bracket may Not be installed more than 12 inches to the right or left of center of range location A WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Take special care when drilling holes into the wall Electrical wires may be concealed behind the wall covering e Locate the electrical circuits that could be affected by the installation of this bracket and turn off the power to these circuits Failure to follow these instructions may result in electrical shock or other personal injury CAUTION Property Damage Contact a qualified installer for the best procedure to drill mounting holes through the type of covering i e ceramic tile and into wall stud concrete or concrete block wall Before moving range across floor check that range is on shipping base or slide range onto cardboard or hardboard Failure to follow these instructions may result in damage to wall or floor covering 4 E Line up the a TOP mounting hole on anti tip bracket with mark on wall Use a pencil to mark the location of the top and bottom mounting holes Remove bracket If wall covering is ceramic tile drill a 3 16 inch hole through tile only Then proceed as follows For wood or
14. isfactory baking conditions AWARNING Fire Hazard Do Not make connection too tight The regulator is die cast Overtightening may crack the regulator resulting in a gas leak and possible fire or explosion All connections must be wrench tightened flexible connector pit ade 1 2 flare union adapter manual shutoff pressure valve regulator 1 2 flare union adapter 1 0 m Assemble the flexible connector from the gas supply pipe to the pressure regulator located in burner box in this order shutoff valve 1 2 flare union adapter flexible connector 1 2 flare union adapter Seal all openings in floor or wall wherever range is installed correspond to steps 1 1 gw Use pipe joint compound made for use with Natural and L P gas to seal alll gas connections If flexible connector is used be certain connector is not kinked 1 2 m Open the shutoff valve in the gas supply line Wait a few minutes for gas to move through the gas line A WARNING Fire Hazard Do Not use an open flame to test for leaks from gas connections Checking for leaks with a flame may result in a fire or explosion air 1 3 m Use a brush and liquid detergent to test all gas connections for leaks Bubbles around connections will indicate a leak Ifa anune 1 T7 Push in and turn the control knob to the LITE position and then to the LO position The low flame should be a minimum steady
15. lowing or lifting of flame should occur 22a ar If oven flame needs to be adjusted loosen screw and adjust the air shutter until the proper flame appears screw Tighten screw Replace T burner baffle oven bottom orifice and oven racks hoo To get the most efficient use from your new range read your Use and Care Guide Keep Installation Instructions and Guide close to the range for easy reference Gas conversion The serial rating plate located under the maintop specifies the type of gas this range was set to use Conversion should be done by a qualified installer Natural to L P gas Standing Pilot Models sae T regulator location A sa Convert the pressure regulator Do Not remove the pressure regulator small end towards enlarged regulator for CO end natural gas of towards regulator for L P gas 1 Remove the cap from the pressure regulator 2 Remove the plunger from the cap 3 Turn the plunger upside down with the enlarged end down 4 Replace the plunger inside the regulator 5 Replace the cap Electric Ignition Models A Convert the pressure regulator Do Not remove the pressure regulator hollow end cap towards solid snd regulator for owards natural gas regulator for L P gas z 1 Unscrew the cap from the spring pressure regulator Be sure spring stays in place 2 Turn the cap over so the hollow end faces outward 3 Replace the cap of th
16. maintenance Move range back into operating position Level the range Connect gas line to range and check for leaks Make sure that cable is secure in anti tip bracket Plug electric power supply cord into outlet A WARNING Personal Injury Hazard Do Not step lean or sit on the range or the door or drawers of the range Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury and or product damage If you need assistance Check your Use and Care Guide for a toll free number to call or call the dealer from whom you purchased this appliance The dealer is listed in the Yellow Pages of your phone directory under Appliances Major When you call you will need the range model number and serial number Both numbers can be found on the serial rating plate located under the maintop Printed in U S A
17. o the indicator points to the NAT position If the range is connected to L P or bottled gas the selector should be turned to the L P position Allow enough time for the air to escape from the pilot gas line Turn the oven thermostat knob to Off Remove oven thermostat knob to gain access to selector key Light the pilot light oven gas selector in off position L P to Natural gas Converting to natural gas should be done by a qualified installer Use a wrench to remove cap from pressure regulator Turn cap over so that the Nat side is up and replace cap and gasket on regulator Cooktop orifice hoods and oven orifice hood need to be loosened 2 to 2 1 2 turns to allow for proper gas flow The flame adjustment for cooktop burners and oven burner would be the same as described in the installation steps see Panel C If you have a standing pilot system remove thermostat knob and use a screwdriver to rotate key to N position Replace thermostat knob Benton Harbor Michigan 49022 For cleaning and maintenance If removing the range is necessary for cleaning or maintenance shut off gas supply to the range Disconnect the gas and electric supply If the gas or electrical supply is inaccessible lift the range slightly at the front and pull the range out away from the wall Pull the range out only as far as necessary to disconnect the gas and electric supply lines Remove the range to complete cleaning or
18. qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded Do Not modify the power supply cord plug If it does not fit the outlet have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician Do Not use an extension cord with this appliance Do Not have a fuse in the neutral or grounding circuit A fuse in the neutral or grounding circuit could result in an electrical shock Failure to follow these instructions could result in a fire electrical shock or other personal injury A 120 volt 60 Hz AC only 15 ampere fused electrical supply is required A time delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided Electronic ignition systems operate within wide voltage limits but proper grounding and polarity are necessary In addition to checking that the outlet provides 120 volt power and is correctly grounded the outlet must be checked by a qualified electrician to see if itis wired with correct polarity The wiring diagram is found on a separate sheet in the literature package The wiring diagram can also be found on the back of the range Panel B Recommended grounding method DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES REMOVE THE POWER SUPPLY CORD GROUNDING PRONG For personal safety this appliance is equipped with a power supply cord having a 3 prong grounding plug To minimize possible shock hazard
19. sistant pipe joint compound AGA design certified hand or electric drill wood metal wall stud 1 8 inch drill bit concrete concrete flexible metal block walls connector 4 5 feet 3 16 inch carbide e flare union adapter for tipped masonry drill connection to pressure regulator 1 2 NPT x 1 2 or 3 4 1 D Phillips measuring screwdriver tape or ruler pipe Ps x wrench SS a as ig y ue flat blade P adjustable screwdriver or jammer wrench 5 16 inch nut driver Parts supplied for installation H 2 plastic anchors anti tip ag ah bracket 2 screws 10 x 1 1 2 thickness of wall covering may require longer screws available from your local hardware store BE INSTALLED MUST BE SEALED Gas supply requirements Observe all governing codes and ordinances A WARNING Fire Hazard Range must be connected to a regulated gas supply e L P gas supply must Not exceed a pressure of 14 water column This must be checked by a qualified technician before installing the range e Do Not use an open flame to test for leaks from gas connections e New A G A approved flexible gas line should be used when codes permit Failure to follow these instructions could result in a fire explosion or personal injury A This Installation must conform with local codes and ordinances In the absence of local codes installations must conform with American National Stan
20. st connections Then check the air shutter until the proper connections again NEVER TEST FOR GAS Aike flame appears Tighten screw LEAKS WITH A MATCH OR OTHER FLAME hood Clean all detergent solution from range Initial lighting and gas flame adjustments depend on type of system electronic ignition or standing pilot Raise cooktop and check which system is available Continue installation following steps under the heading for this range s system Electronic Ignition System initial lighting and gas flame adjustments Cooktop and oven burners use electronic ignitors in place of standing pilots When the cooktop control knob is turned to LITE position the system creates a spark to light the burner This sparking continues until the control knob is turned to the desired setting When the oven control is turned to the desired setting a glow bar heats up bright orange and ignites the gas No sparking occurs and the glow bar remains on while the burner operates 1 4 m Check the operation of the cooktop burners Push in and turn each control knob to LITE position The flame should light within 4 seconds Do Not leave the knob in the LITE position after burner lights 1 2 1 5 After burner lights ar e turn control knob to HI position Check each cooktop burner for proper flame The small inner cone should have a very distinct blue flame approximately 1 2 long The outer cone is not as
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