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W11652310A

ELECTRIC FREESTANDING RANGE OWNER’S

MANUAL

GUIDE D’UTILISATION DE LA CUISINIÈRE

ÉLECTRIQUE AUTOPORTANTE

MANUAL DEL PROPIETARIO DE LA ESTUFA

AUTÓNOMA ELÉCTRICA

Table of Contents/Table des matières/Índice

RANGE SAFETY ..............................2

Range Safety.................................2

RANGE MAINTENANCE AND CARE....5

Steam Clean..................................5

General Cleaning............................5

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS .........6

Installation Instructions ....................6

REQUIREMENTS..............................6

Tools and Parts ..............................6

Location Requirements ....................7

Electrical Requirements - U.S.A.

Only.............................................8

Electrical Requirements - Canada

Only.............................................9

INSTALLATION .............................. 10

Unpack Range ............................. 10

Install Anti-Tip .............................. 10

Adjust Leveling Legs ..................... 11

Level Range ................................ 12

Electrical Connection USA .............. 12

Verify Anti-Tip Bracket Is Installed

and Engaged ............................... 18

Warming Drawer or Premium

Storage Drawer (on some models) ... 18

Storage Drawer (on some models) ... 19

Oven Door .................................. 19

Complete Installation ..................... 19

Moving the Range......................... 20

SÉCURITÉ DE LA CUISINIÈRE ......... 21

Sécurité de la cuisinière ................. 21

ENTRETIEN ET RÉPARATION DE LA

CUISINIÈRE................................... 24

Nettoyage à la vapeur.................... 24

Nettoyage général ........................ 24

INSTRUCTIONS D’INSTALLATION .... 26

Instructions d’installation ................ 26

SPÉCIFICATIONS ........................... 26

Outils et pièces............................. 26

Exigences d’emplacement .............. 26

Spécifications électriques – É.-U.

seulement ................................... 28

Spécifications électriques – Canada

seulement ................................... 29

INSTALLATION .............................. 30

Déballage de la cuisinière............... 30

Installation de la

bride antibasculement.................... 31

Réglage des pieds de nivellement .... 32

Ajustement de l’aplomb de la

cuisinière .................................... 32

Connexion électrique USA .............. 33

Vérifier que la bride antibasculement

est bien installée et engagée ........... 38

Tiroir-réchaud ou tiroir de remisage

de qualité supérieure (sur certains

modèles)..................................... 39

Tiroir de rangement (sur certains

modèles)..................................... 40

Porte du four................................ 40

Achever l’installation...................... 41

Déplacement de la cuisinière........... 41

SEGURIDAD DE LA ESTUFA............ 43

Range Safety............................... 43

MANTENIMIENTO Y CUIDADO DE

LA ESTUFA ................................... 46

Steam Clean (Limpieza con vapor) ... 46

Limpieza general .......................... 46

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ....... 48

Installation Instructions .................. 48

REQUISITOS ................................. 48

Herramientas y piezas ................... 48

Requisitos de ubicación ................. 48

Requisitos eléctricos, en EE. UU.

Únicamente................................. 50

Requisitos eléctricos – Sólo en

Canadá ...................................... 51

INSTALACIÓN................................ 52

Desembalaje de la estufa ............... 52

Install Anti-Tip .............................. 52

Regule las patas niveladoras........... 53

Nivelación de la estufa ................... 54

Electrical Connection USA .............. 54

Verifique que el soporte antivuelco

esté instalado y enganchado ........... 60

Cajón de calentamiento o cajón de

almacenamiento Premium (en

algunos modelos) ......................... 61

Cajón de almacenamiento (en

algunos modelos) ......................... 61

Puerta del horno ........................... 62

Finalización de la instalación ........... 62

Cómo mover la estufa.................... 63

IMPORTANT:

Save for local electrical inspector's use.

IMPORTANT :

À conserver pour consultation par l'inspecteur local des installations électriques.

IMPORTANT:

Guarde para tener a disposición del inspector de electricidad local.

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This document is a user manual for an Electric Freestanding Range. It provides comprehensive instructions for installation, operation, maintenance, and safety.

Function Description:

The Electric Freestanding Range is a cooking appliance designed for residential use. It features surface heating elements for stovetop cooking and an oven for baking, roasting, and broiling. The range is designed to be freestanding and includes an anti-tip bracket for safety. Some models may include a storage drawer or a warming drawer.

Important Technical Specifications:

Electrical Requirements (U.S.A. Only):
- Power supply cord: New 40 A power supply cord.
- Voltage: 120/240 V or 120/208 V.
- Range Rating: 8.8-16.5 kW (120/240 V) or 7.8-12.5 kW (120/208 V) for 40 A circuit; 16.6-22.5 kW (120/240 V) or 12.6-18.5 kW (120/208 V) for 50 A circuit.
- Power Supply Cord Kit and Circuit Protection: 40 or 50 Ampere.
- Connection: 4-wire receptacle (NEMA type 14-50R) or 3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-50R) for power supply cord connections. Direct wire connections are also supported.
- Wire Gauge: Minimum 8 gauge copper or 6 gauge aluminum for direct wire.
- Terminal Block Torque: 20 in-lbs (2.3 N-m) for hex nuts.
- Bare Wire Torque Specifications: 8 gauge copper at 25 lbs-in (2.8 N-m), 6 gauge aluminum at 35 lbs-in (4.0 N-m).
Electrical Requirements (Canada Only):
- Voltage: 120/240 V or 120/208 V.
- Range Rating: 8.8-16.5 kW (120/240 V) or 7.8-12.5 kW (120/208 V) for 40 or 50 A circuit; 16.6-22.5 kW (120/240 V) or 12.6-18.5 kW (120/208 V) for 50 A circuit.
- Power Supply Cord Kit and Circuit Protection: 40 or 50 Ampere.
- Connection: 4-wire receptacle (NEMA type 14-50R) or 3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-50R) for power supply cord connections.
- Conductor Sizing: Minimum 2 No.-8 conductors, 1 No.-10 white neutral, 1 No.-8 green grounding for 40 A circuit.
- Power Cord Length: At least 4 ft (1.22 m) long.
- Power Cord Type: SRD or SRDT with UL listed strain relief.
Cabinet Dimensions (U.S.A. Only):
- Countertop depth: 24" (61.0 cm).
- Base cabinet depth: 24" (61.0 cm).
- Minimum upper cabinet depth: 13" (33.0 cm).
- Minimum opening width: 30" (76.2 cm).
- Minimum clearance to top of cooktop: 30" (76.2 cm).
- Outlet: 8" (20.3 cm) to 22" (55.9 cm) from either cabinet. 7" (17.8 cm) maximum from floor.
Cabinet Dimensions (Canada Only):
- Minimum clearance to top of cooktop: 30" (76.2 cm).
- Minimum bottom of wood or metal cabinet covered by not less than 24 MSG sheet metal, 0.015" (0.4 mm) stainless steel, 0.024" (0.6 mm) aluminum or 0.020" (0.5 mm) copper.
- Minimum clearance between top of cooking platform and bottom of an uncovered wood or metal cabinet: 30" (76.2 cm).
Anti-Tip Bracket: Required for installation. Bracket V-notch is 129/16" (31.9 cm) from centerline. Screws: #12 x 15/8" (41.3 mm). Minimum 3/16" (5 mm) needed to engage the anti-tip bracket.

Usage Features:

Safety First: Emphasizes reading and obeying all safety messages, including DANGER and WARNING alerts.
Anti-Tip Bracket: Crucial for preventing the range from tipping over. Instructions detail how to install and verify engagement of the bracket to the floor or wall.
Proper Pan Size: Advises using utensils with flat bottoms large enough to cover heating elements to improve efficiency and prevent clothing ignition.
Utensil Handles: Recommends turning handles inward and not extending over adjacent surface units to reduce burn risk.
Glazed Cooking Utensils: Only certain types of glass, glass/ceramic, ceramic, or earthenware are suitable for range-top service.
Oven Rack Placement: Racks should be placed in the desired location while the oven is cool.
Storage Drawer/Warming Drawer (on some models): Instructions for removal and replacement.
Oven Door: Instructions for removal and replacement for cleaning or maintenance.
Leveling Legs: Adjustable to ensure the range is level for optimal cooking performance and cleaning.
Electrical Connection: Detailed instructions for connecting the range to a power supply cord or direct wire, including different wiring configurations (3-wire, 4-wire) and torque specifications for connections.
Moving the Range: Provides instructions for safely moving the range for cleaning or maintenance, emphasizing the anti-tip bracket and floor protection.

Maintenance Features:

Cleaning:
- Steam Clean (AquaLift® Technology): For models with this feature, instructions are provided for using the steam clean cycle.
- Stainless Steel (on some models): Advises using a soft cloth and mild liquid detergent, avoiding abrasive cleaners.
- Metallic Paint (on some models): Recommends using a soft cloth and mild liquid detergent, avoiding abrasive cleaners, cleansers with bleach, rust removers, ammonia, or sodium hydroxide.
- Ceramic Glass Cooktop: Use a soft cloth, mild liquid detergent, or ceramic glass cooktop cleaner.
- Control Panel: Clean with a soft cloth and mild liquid detergent.
- Oven Racks: Can be cleaned in the sink with a mild abrasive cleaner or steel-wool pads.
- Oven Cavity: Clean with a soft cloth and mild liquid detergent. For models with AquaLift® Technology, use the steam clean cycle.
Removable Heating Elements: Should never be immersed in water.
Cooktop Maintenance: Clean spills immediately, especially sugary spills, to prevent permanent damage.
Reflector Pans/Drip Bowls: Ensure they are in place during cooking to protect wiring and components.
Protective Liners: Do not use aluminum foil to line drip bowls or oven bottoms unless specifically recommended in the manual.
User Servicing: Only perform repairs specifically recommended in the manual. All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician.
Troubleshooting: Provides guidance for common issues like the range not operating, including checking fuses, circuit breakers, and electrical connections. Also mentions specific error codes like "F9" or "F9, E0" indicating potential miswiring.