GE 49-8338 Range User Manual


 
~ See Dimensions and Clearances in this section
for all rough-in and spacing dimensions.These
dimensionsmustbe metforsafeuse ofyourrange.
The locationofthe electricaloutletandpipeopening
(see Gas Pipe and Electric Outlet Locations)may
be adjusted to meet spectic requirements.
~The
rangemaybe placed with 0“clearance
(flush)at the back walland sidewalls ofthe range.
Do not locate the range where it may be subject
to strong drafts. Any openings in the floor or wall
behind the range should be sealed. Make sure
the openings around the base ofthe range that
supplytiesh air for combustion and ventilation
are not obstructed by carpeting or woodwork.
PRoTEcrYOURFLOOR
Yourrange, like many other household items, is
heavyand can setde intosoftfloorcoveringssuch
as cushioned vinylor carpeting. Use care when
moving the range on this me offlooririg.It is
recommended that the followingsimple and
inexpensiveinstructions be followedto protect
your floor.The rangeshouldbe instied on a sheet
ofplywood(or similar material). men thefloor
covering
enh at thefio~~tofthe ra~ge,the area
that the range willrest on should be built up with
plywoodto the same levelor higher than the
floor covering.This willallowthe range to be
movedfor cleaningor servicing.
Depending on your range, you’llfind the model
and serial numbers on a label on the front frame
ofthe range, behind the storage drawer, kick
panel or broiler drawer.
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~ PhilMpsand flat-bladescrewdrivers
~ Pencil and ruler
~Two pipewrenches (onefor backup)
~ lW open-endor adjustablewrench
~ Nut drivers or wrenches: 3/16” and 114”
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Gas he shut-offvalve
@Pipejointsealantor Unapprovedpipethread
tapewithTeflon*that resistsactionofnatural
andLPgases
@Flexiblemetalapplianceconnector(1/2”I.D.)
A5-footlengthisrecommendedforeaseof
installationbut otherlengthsare acceptable.
Neverusean oldconnectorwheninstallinga
newrange.
@Flareunionadapterforconnectionto gas
supplyline(3/& or 1/7 NPTx 1/2”I.D.)
@Fltie l~nionadapterforconnectionto pressure
regulatoronrange (1/2”NPTx 1/2”I.D.)
Teflon:RegisteredtrademarkofDuPont
PREHMTIOW
o
Removealltapeandpackaging.Liftupthe
cooktop(onmodelswithdudburners)andremove
anypackingmaterialunderit.Makesure the
dualburnersare properlyseatedandlevel.
@Removeplasticfilmthatcoverssomechrome
parts (aroundovendoor,sidetrim).
@Taketheaccessorypackoutofthe oven.
@Checktobe sure thatno rangepartshave
comelooseduringshipping.
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