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GE Microwave Oven User Manual

GE Microwave Oven
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INSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONSFORYOURNEW
27" BUILT-IN OVEN
W/MICROWAVE
Before you begin - Read these instructions €ompletely and carefully.
IMPORTANT - Save these instructions for local inspector's use.
IMPORTANT - OBSERVE ALL GOVERNING CODES AND ORDINANCES,
Note to Installer - Be sure to leave these instru€tions with the Consumer.
Note to Consumer - Keep these instructions with your Use and Care Book for
future reference.
TOOL LIST
3/32" Drill Bit
Electric or Hand Drill
Phillips Screwdriver
Pencil
Ruler or Tape Measure and Straightedge
Hand Saw or Saber Saw
LOCATION
Cabinet space must be provided to enclose the re-
cessed part of your built-In oven. See Figure 1 for all
necessary dimensions. It Is best to make a template to
Insure accurate cutting.
Place the bottom of the template on a level base line,
above the floor. See Dimension E In Rg. 1 on page 2.
Be sure the oven is securely installed to a cabi.
net that is firmly attached to the house strut.
ture. Weight on the even door could potentially
cause the oven to tip and result in injury. Never
allow anyone to climb, sitj stand, or hang on the
oven door.
CAUTIONI The electrical power to
the oven supply line must be shut
eft while line connections are be.
ing made. Failure to do so could
result in serious injury or death.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
This spplisnce 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 noted on rating plate.
(Rating plate Is located Inside microwave.)
We recommend you havetheelectrlcal wiring and hookup
of your oven done by a qualified electrician. After
instalistlon, have the electrlcisn 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
togoverning codes could result Ina hazardous condition.
Ifthere 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.
INT320-2 SRl01_oPubNo31-10117
You can got a copy by writing:
National Rre Protection Association
Battery March Park
Quincy, MA 02269
You must use three.wire, single.phase A.C. 208Y/120
Volt or 120/240 Volt, 60 Hertz electrical system. If you
connect to aluminum wiring, properly Installed
connocUons approved for use with aluminum wiring
must be used.
TO MAKE ELECTRICAL
CONNECTION
1. De-energize oven branch circuit.
2. With oven in front of cabinet opening, connect
flexible power cable to the junction box in
such a manner that it will hang down in a
natural loop against the left side of the back
wall when the oven is installed. Do not shorten
this flexible power cable. The flexible conduit
connector must be securely attached to the
junction box and the flexible conduit must be
securely attached to the connector. It the
flexible conduit will not fit within the
connector, do not install the oven until a
connecter of the proper size is obtained.
When connecting to a 3-conductor branch
circuit, N local codes permit, connect the bare
oven conductor with the crimped neutral
(white) lead to the branch circuit neutral (white
or gray in color), the oven red lead to the
branch circuit red lead and the oven black
lead to the branch circuit black lead in
accordance with local codes.
SPECIAL GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
When connecting to s 4-conductor branch circuit;
When Installing oven In a mobile home;
When local codes do not permit grounding through
neutral:
1.
2.
Cut the neutral (white) lead from the crimp. Re.strip
the neutral (white) lead to expose the proper length of
conductor.
Attach the appliance grounding lead (green or bare
copper) to the residence grounding conductor {green
or bare) In accordance with local codes. It the
residence grounding conductor Is aluminum, see
"WARNING" note on page 2.
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GE Microwave Oven Specifications

General IconGeneral
ColorStainless Steel
Sensor CookingYes
Child LockYes
Defrost FunctionYes
Warranty1 Year Limited

Summary

Tool List and Location Setup

Tool List

Lists necessary tools for oven installation, including drill bits, screwdrivers, and measuring tools.

Location Requirements

Specifies cabinet space, template use, and secure mounting to prevent tipping and injury.

Electrical Connection and Grounding Procedures

Electrical Requirements

Details required voltage, frequency, and individual grounded branch circuit protection.

Making Electrical Connections

Instructions for de-energizing the circuit and connecting the flexible power cable to the junction box.

Special Grounding Instructions

Specific grounding procedures for 4-conductor circuits, mobile homes, or when local codes prohibit neutral grounding.

Electrical Connection Details and Warnings

3-Conductor and 4-Conductor Connections

Details on connecting oven leads (neutral, red, black) to branch circuit conductors based on local codes.

Aluminum Wiring Warning

Critical warning about improper connection of aluminum house wiring to copper leads, citing hazard or fire.

Cabinet Opening Preparation and Support

Oven Support Methods

Describes supporting the oven using a solid bottom or two runners, ensuring they are level and rigid.

Preparing the Cabinet Opening

Provides detailed dimensions for cabinet width, cutout dimensions, and location for optimal fit and air circulation.

Oven Door and Top Trim Removal

Step 1: Remove the Oven Door

Instructions on opening the door to stop position and lifting it off the hinges.

Caution During Door Removal

Warning to avoid moving hinge arms when door is removed to prevent injury or damage.

Step 2: Remove Top Trim

Procedure for shifting and pulling the top trim to expose the mounting flange.

Oven Installation Steps

Step 3: Initial Oven Placement

Sliding the oven into the cabinet cutout and attaching lower end caps and trim.

Step 4: Securing Oven in Cutout

Drilling pilot holes and using screws to secure the oven through its top mounting holes.

Step 5: Final Mounting and Trim Replacement

Mounting the oven with screws and replacing the top trim by snapping it into retaining clips.

Step 6: Reinstalling the Oven Door

Aligning door slots with hinges and sliding the door down to secure it.

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