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GE JBP66 Electric Kitchen Range

1. Tape Measure Adjustable Wrench gt GC a Pliers Pencil 0d 1 4 Nut Driver et Phillips Screwdriver Flat blade Screwdriver MATERIALS YOU MAY NEED Uy Tin Snips Lag Bolts Anchor Sleeves For Anti Tip Bracket Mounted on Concrete Floors Only Squeeze Connector For Conduit Installations Only 4 Wire Cord OR 3 Wire Cord 4 Long 4 Long PARTS INCLUDED Anti Tip Bracket Kit 1 REMOVE SHIPPING MATERIALS Remove packaging materials Failure to remove packaging materials could result in damage to the appliance Installation Instructions 2 PREPARE THE OPENING See illustrations for all rough in and spacing dimensions The range may be placed with 0 clearance flush at the back wall and side walls of the cabinet Acceptable electrical outlet area Orient the electrical receptacle so the length is parallel to the floor NOTE Use a 4 power cord to prevent interference with the storage drawer Power cords 4 to 6 long may have to be dressed to allow for proper drawer closing MINIMUM DIMENSIONS BETWEEN COOKTOP WALLS AND ABOVE THE COOKTOP Make sure the wall covering countertop and cabinets around the range can withstand the heat up to 200 F generated by the range Allow 30 minimum clearance between surface units and bottom of unprotected wood or metal cabinet and 15 minimum betwee
2. Installation Instructions ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS CONT 4 3 WIRE POWER CORD INSTALLATION A WARNING The neutral or ground wire of the power cord must be connected to the neutral terminal located in the center of the terminal block The power leads must be connected to the lower left and the lower right terminals of the terminal block Remove the 3 lower terminal screws from the terminal block Insert the 3 terminal screws through each power cord terminal ring and into the lower terminals of the terminal block Be certain that the center wire white neutral is connected to the center lower position of the terminal block Tighten screws securely into the terminal block DO NOT remove the ground strap connection Terminal block Y appearance may vary Neutral terminal Ground strap Skip to Step 8 and proceed with the installation 5 4 WIRE POWER CORD INSTALLATION A WARNING The neutral wire of the supply circuit must be connected to the neutral terminal located in the lower center of the terminal block The power leads must be connected to the lower left and the lower right terminals of the terminal block The 4th grounding lead must be connected to the frame of the range with the ground plate and the ground screw Remove the 3 lower terminal screws from the terminal block Remove the ground screw and ground plate and retain them Cut and discard the ground strap DO NOT DISCARD ANY SCREWS I
3. are pinched between the cover and the range back gt 5 screws to replace wire cover Retaining tabs 9 ANTI TIP DEVICE INSTALLATION An Anti Tip bracket is supplied with instructions for installation in a variety of locations The instructions include all necessary information to complete the installation Read the Safety Instructions and the instructions that fit your situation before beginning installation Bracket Wall plate Screw must enter wood gt or metal Typical installation of anti tip bracket attachment to wall A WARNING e Range must be secured by Anti Tip bracket supplied e If the Anti Tip device supplied with the range does not fit this application use the universal Anti Tip device WB2X7909 e See instructions to install supplied with bracket e Unless properly installed the range could be tipped by stepping or sitting on the door Injury may result from spilled hot liquids or from the range itself REMOVE STORAGE DRAWER A Pull the drawer out until it stops Lift the front of the drawer until the stops clear the guide Remove the drawer Installation Instructions 11 LEVEL THE RANGE A Install the oven shelves in the oven and position the range where it will be installed Check for levelness by placing a spirit level or a cup partially filled with water on one of the oven shelves If using a spirit le
4. must be secured by properly installed Anti Tip bracket packed with this appliance If the Anti Tip device supplied with the range does not fit this application use the universal Anti Tip device WB2X7909 AWARNING e All ranges can tip e Injury to persons could result e Install Anti Tip bracket packed with range e See Installation Instructions If you pull the range out and away from the wall for any reason make sure the Anti Tip bracket is engaged when the range is pushed back against the wall Installation Instructions PREPARE TO INSTALL THE RANGE FOR YOUR SAFETY All rough in and spacing dimensions must be met for safe use of your range Electricity to the range can be disconnected at the outlet without moving the range if the outlet is in the preferred location remove lower drawer To reduce the risk of burns or fire when reaching over hot surface elements cabinet storage space above the cooktop should be avoided If cabinet storage space is to be provided above the cooktop the risk can be reduced by installing a range hood that sticks out at least 5 beyond the front of the cabinets Cabinets installed above a cooktop must be no deeper than 13 Be sure your appliance is properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician Make sure the cabinets and wall coverings around the range can withstand the temperatures up to 200 F generated by the range TOOLS YOU WILL NEED Safety Glasses
5. range in new construction follow Steps 3 and 5 for 4 wire connection You must use a 3 wire single phase A C 208Y 120 Volt or 240 120 Volt 60 hertz electrical system If the electrical service provided does not meet the above specifications have a licensed electrician install an approved outlet Use only a 3 conductor or a 4 conductor UL listed range cord These cords may be provided with ring terminals on wire and a strain relief device A range cord rated at 40 amps with 125 250 minimum volt range is required A 50 amp range cord is not recommended but if used it should be marked for use with nominal 1 diameter connection openings Care should be taken to center the cable and strain relief within the knockout hole to keep the edge from damaging the cable e Because range terminals are not accessible after range is in position flexible service conduit or cord must be used NOTE If conduit is being used go to Step 3D and then to Step 6 or 7 e On some models a filter capacitor may be connected between the black and white leads on the junction block ALL NEW CONSTRUCTIONS MOBILE HOMES AND INSTALLATIONS WHERE LOCAL CODES DO NOT ALLOW GROUNDING THROUGH NEUTRAL REQUIRE A 4 CONDUCTOR UL LISTED RANGE CORD Installation Instructions 3 POWER CORD AND A STRAIN RELIEF INSTALLATION Remove the wire cover on the back of the range by removing five 5 screws using a 1 4 nut driver Do not d
6. Installation Free Standing Instructions Electric Ranges Questions Call 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 or Visit our Website at www GEAppliances com EER3000 EER3001 JBP24 JBP25 JBP26 JBP35 JBP48 JBP64 JBP66 JBP67 JBP68 JBP69 JBP71 JBP78 JBP80 JBP82 JBP83 JBP84 JBP99 JB600 JB710 JB905 JB968 JB988 JBS55 BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions completely and carefully e IMPORTANT Save these instructions for local inspector s use IMPORTANT Observe all governing codes and ordinances e Note to Installer Be sure to leave these instructions with the Consumer e Note to Consumer Keep these instructions for future reference e Skill level Installation of this appliance requires basic mechanical skills e Completion time 1 to 3 hours e Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer e Product failure due to improper installation is not covered under the Warranty AWARNING This appliance must be properly grounded FOR YOUR SAFETY AWARNING Before beginning the installation switch power off at service panel and lock the service disconnecting means to prevent power from being switched on accidentally When the service disconnecting means cannot be locked securely fasten a prominent warning device such as a tag to the service panel 229C4053P545 5 31 10556 5 06 04 JR ANTI TIP DEVICE AWARNING To reduce the risk of tipping the appliance
7. KLIST e Turn on one of the surface units to observe that the element glows within 60 seconds Turn the unit off when glow is detected If the glow is not detected within the time limit recheck the range wiring connections If change is required retest again If no change is required have building wiring checked for proper connections and voltage Check to make sure the Clock on models so equipped display is energized If a series of horizontal red lines appear in the display disconnect power immediately Recheck the range wiring connections If change is made to connections retest again If no change is required have building wiring checked for proper connections and voltage It is recommended that the clock be changed if the red lines appear e Be sure all range controls are in the OFF position before leaving the range Notes 10 Notes 11 12 Printed in the United States
8. e rated for the correct amperage and voltage to make connection Connect wires according to this Step 6 or Step 7 depending on number of wires Bracket Conduit Wire used location and enclosure of splices etc must conform to good wiring practices and local codes Skip to Step 8 and proceed with the installation from the terminal block Remove the ground screw and ground plate and retain them Cut and discard the ground strap DO NOT DISCARD ANY SCREWS Insert the ground bare wire tip between the range frame and the ground plate removed earlier and secure it in place with the ground screw removed earlier Insert the bare wire white neutral tip through the bottom center of the terminal block opening Insert the two side bare wire tips into the lower left and the lower right terminal block openings Tighten the screws until the wire is firmly secured 35 to 50 inch Ibs Do not over tighten the screws since it could damage the wires Ground strap Before Ground plate grounding to range IN lO Y i 4 y Du D i a Bracket Wire used location and enclosure of splices etc must conform to good wiring practices and local codes Proceed to Step 8 Installation Instructions INSTALL THE RANGE REPLACE THE WIRE COVER Replace the wire cover on the range back by sliding its left edge under the retaining tabs and replacing the five screws removed earlier Make sure that no wires
9. iscard these screws Retaining tabs Wire cover Remove the knockout ring 1 located on bracket directly below the terminal block To remove the knockout use a pair of pliers to bend the knockout ring away from the bracket and twist until ring is removed Terminal block appearance may vary O Knockout Knockout ring ring removed in bracket For power cord installations only see the next step if using conduit assemble the strain relief in the hole Insert the power cord through the strain relief and tighten Allow enough slack to easily attach the cord terminals to the terminal block If tabs are present at the end of the winged strain relief they can be removed for better fit NOTE Do not install the power cord without a strain relief The strain relief bracket should be installed before reinstalling the rear range wiring cover Terminal Power cord Bracket Skip to Step 4 or 5 For conduit installations only purchase a squeeze connector matching the diameter of your conduit and assemble it in the hole Insert the conduit through the squeeze connector and tighten Allow enough slack to easily attach the wires to the terminal block NOTE Do not install the conduit without a squeeze connector The squeeze connector should be installed before reinstalling the rear range wiring cover Terminal block Squeeze connector Conduit Bracket Skip to Step 6 or 7
10. n countertop and adjacent cabinet bottom Recommended spacing to heat sensitive surfaces Installation Instructions ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS A CAUTION For personal safety do not use an extension cord with this appliance Remove house fuse or open circuit breaker before beginning installation This appliance must be supplied with the proper voltage and frequency and connected to an individual properly grounded branch circuit protected by a circuit breaker or fuse having amperage as specified on the rating plate The rating plate is located above the storage drawer on the oven frame We recommend you have the electrical wiring and hookup of your range connected by a qualified electrician After installation have the electrician show you where your main range disconnect is located Check with your local utilities for electrical codes which apply in your area Failure to wire your oven according to governing codes could result in a hazardous condition If there are no local codes your range must be wired and fused to meet the requirements of the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA No 70 Latest Edition You can get a copy by writing National Fire Protection Association Batterymarch Park Quincy MA 02269 Effective January 1 1996 the National Electrical Code requires that new construction not existing utilize a 4 conductor connection to an electric range When installing an electric
11. nsert the one ground screw into the power cord ground wire terminal ring through the ground plate and into the frame of the range Insert the 3 terminal screws removed earlier through each power cord terminal ring and into the lower terminals of the terminal block Be certain that the center wire white neutral is connected to the center lower position of the terminal block Tighten screws securely into the terminal block la B e Ground strap Before 7 Y FA 0 LA Terminal N or block am Seh h Ground strap Neutral terminal After Neutral terminal Ground plate grounding to range GROUND E Skip to Step 8 and proceed with the installation Terminal block Installation Instructions 6 3 WIRE CONDUIT INSTALLATION A Loosen the 3 lower terminal screws from the terminal block Insert the center bare 4 WIRE CONDUIT INSTALLATION A Loosen the three lower terminal screws wire white neutral tip through the bottom center terminal block opening On certain models the wire will need to be inserted through the ground strap opening and then into the bottom center block opening Insert the two side bare wire tips into the lower left and the lower right terminal block openings Tighten the screws until the wire is firmly secured 35 to 50 inch Ibs Do not over tighten the screws since it could damage the wires NOTE ALUMINUM WIRING Aluminum building wire may be used but it must b
12. vel take two readings with the level placed diagonally first in one direction and then the other The front leveling legs can be adjusted from the bottom and the rear legs can be adjusted from the top or the bottom Spirit level Se leveler Raise range D Use an open end or adjustable wrench to adjust the leveling legs until the range is level 12 REPLACE THE STORAGE DRAWER A Place the drawer rail on the guides Push the drawer in until it stops Lift the front of the drawer and push in until the stops clear the guides Lower the front of the drawer and push in until it closes 13 FINAL INSTALLATION CHECKLIST e Check to make sure the circuit breaker is closed RESET or the circuit fuses are replaced Be sure power is in service to the building Check to be sure that all packing materials and tape have been removed This will include tape on metal panel under control knobs if applicable adhesive tape wire ties cardboard and protective plastic Failure to remove these materials could result in damage to the appliance once the appliance has been turned on and surfaces have heated Check to make sure that the door and drawer are parallel to each other and that both operate smoothly If they do not see the Owner s Manual for proper replacement Check to make sure that the rear leveling leg is fully inserted into the Anti Tip bracket and that the bracket is securely installed OPERATION CHEC

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