Electrical
Wiring
Information
Electrical
Wiring
Information
The neutral
of
this
unit
is grounded
to
the
frame
through
the solid copper grounding
wire. If local codes
do
not
permit
grounding
of
the
neutral,
untwist
or
disconnect
the
solid
copper
wire
and connect
the
solid
copper
wire
to
ground
in accordance
with
local
codes. Connect
the
white
neutral
to
the
service neutral.
Proper Electrical
Supply
You
must
provide an adequate electrical
supply system
as
required
for
your
cooktop.
All
wire
connections
must
be in accordance
with
local codes and properly insultated.
Check
with
local utility
for
governing
electrical codes and ordinances.
In
the
absence
of
local electrical codes,
the
National
Electrical Code, NFPA No. 70, governing
eletric range installations
must
be followed.
A
copy
of
the
National Electrical Code, NFPA
No. 70, can be obtained
by
writing
to:
National Fire Protection Association
Batterymarch Park
Quincy, Massachusetts 02269
A three-wire, single phase, A.C. 120/240
volt
60 cycle electrical system (properly circuit
protected
to
meet
Local Codes
of
NFPA No.
70)
must
be provided.
Unit
must
be properly
grounded
in accordance
with
local
wiring
code. The chart
below
recommends
the
minimum
circuit protector and
wire
size
if
the
appliance is
the
only
unit
on the circuit. If
smaller sizes
of
wire
are used,
the
unit
efficiency
will
be reduced and a fire hazard
may
be created. It is advisable
that
the
electrical
wiring
and hookup be
accomplished
by
a
competent
electrician.
RECOMMENDED
MINIMUM
K.W.
RATING
CIRCUIT
PROTECTION
WIRE
SIZE
ON
SERIAL
PLATE
IN
AMPERS
(AWG)
0-4.9
20 12
5.0 - 6.9
30 10
7.0 - 9.9
40
8
10.0-11.9
50 8
12.0 - 14.9
60
6
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WARNING
ELECTRICAL GROUNDING INTRUCTIONS
THIS APPLIANCE IS EQUIPPED WITH A
THREE
PRONG GROUNDING PLUG
FOR
PROTECTION AGAINST SHOCK HAZARD
AND SHOULD
BE
PLUGGED DIRECTLY
INTO A
PROPERLY
GROUNDED
RECEPTACLE. DO NOT CUT
OR
REMOVE
THE GROUNDING PRONG FROM THIS
PLUG.
WARNING
THIS APPLIANCE
MUST
BE
DISCONNECTED FROM ITS ELECTRICAL
SUPPLY AT THE WALL RECEPTACLE
BEFORE
SERVICING THE APPLIANCE.
The non-vented units are provided
with
1/2"
(1.3 em) flexible cable, 45" (114.3 em)
long
with
6"
(15.2 em)
wire
leads at end, furnished
and installed
by
manufacturer (connect
to
240/120
volt
electrical service). Cable is lo-
cated at
the
center rear
of
the
cooktop. Refer
to
owner's
installation manual
if
needed.
Proper Service Procedure
When testing, removing, replacing
compo-
nent
or
components
or
performing service:
1.
Disconnect
the
appliance
from
power
source.
2.
Note
the
location
of
electrical
wiring
attachments and disassembly
order
for
ease in reassembly.
3.
Reassemble in the reverse
order
of
re-
moval unless specified otherwise.
4.
Ensure
that
electrical connections are
attached and secure.
5.
Ensure
that
wiring
is secured
away
from
sharp edges and
moving
parts.
6.
Do
not
bypass
or
disconnect any
part
or
device designed into the appliance.
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