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1 31-10652 02-07 JR Installation Free-Standing Instructions Electric Ranges Models PB970, PB975 BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions completely and carefully . • IMPOR T ANT — Save these instructions for local inspector’ s use. • IMPOR T ANT — Observe all governing codes and ordinances. • Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these[...]
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TOOLS YOU WILL NEED FOR YOUR SAFETY : All rough-in and spacing dimensions must be met for safe use of your range. T o 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[...]
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3 Installation Instructions PREP ARE 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. NOTE: Use a 4 ′ power cord to prevent interference. Power cords 4 1 ⁄ 2 to 6 ′ long may have to be dressed to allow for proper installat[...]
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4 Installation Instructions ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS Y ou must use a 3-wire, single-phase A.C. 208Y/120 V olt or 240/120 V olt, 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. The[...]
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5 Installation Instructions POWER CORD AND STRAIN RELIEF INST ALLA TION Remove the terminal block cover (on the back of the range) by removing the screw , using a 1/4” nut driver . Do not discard the screw . Remove the knockout ring (1 3 ⁄ 8 ″ ) located on bracket directly below the terminal block. T o remove the knockout, use a pair of plier[...]
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6 Installation Instructions ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS (CONT .) 4-WIRE POWER CORD INST ALLA TION W ARNING: 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 gr[...]
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7 Installation Instructions 3-WIRE CONDUIT INST ALLA TION Loosen the 3 lower terminal screws from the terminal block. Insert the center bare 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. I[...]
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8 Installation Instructions INST ALL THE RANGE ANTI-TIP DEVICE INST ALLA TION An Anti-T ip 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 insta[...]
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LEVEL THE RANGE 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 level, take two readings—with the level placed diagonally first in one direction and then the other . The front [...]
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10 Notes[...]
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11 Notes[...]
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12 Printed in the United States[...]