GE JS900 Installation Instructions - Page 10

Installation Instructions Electrical Connections cont. 6 3-WIRE CONDUIT INSTALLATION A 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. Insert the two side bare wire tips into the lower left and the lower right terminal block openings. Tighten the screws until the wire is firmly secured (35 to 50 inch-lbs.). Do not over-tighten the screws since it could damage the wires. NOTE: ALUMINUM WIRING: Aluminum building wire may be used but it must be rated for the correct amperage and voltage to make connection. Connect wires according to this Step 6 or Step 7 depending on number of wires. Terminal block Wire tips 7 4-WIRE CONDUIT INSTALLATION A Loosen the three lower terminal screws from the terminal block. Remove the ground screw and ground plate and retain them. Cut and discard the ground strap. DO NOT DISCARD ANY SCREWS. B Insert the ground bare wire tip between the range frame and the ground plate (removed earlier) and secure it in place with the ground screw (removed earlier). Insert the bare wire (white/neutral) tip through the bottom center of the terminal block opening. Insert the two side bare wire tips into the lower left and the lower right terminal block openings. Tighten the screws until the wire is firmly secured (35 to 50 inch-lbs.). Do not over-tighten the screws since it could damage the wires. Before Ground strap Terminal block Ground strap After or Neutral terminal Bracket Conduit Wire used, location and enclosure of splices, etc., must conform to good wiring practices and local codes. B Skip to Step 8 and proceed with the installation. Terminal block Wire tips Ground screw Ground plate (grounding to range) C Proceed to Step 8. 10 Bracket