Whirlpool RF301OXTW Installation Instructions

Whirlpool RF301OXTW - Electric Range Manual

Whirlpool RF301OXTW manual content summary:

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    6 Verify Anti-Tip Bracket Location 11 Level Range 11 Complete Installation 11 Moving the Range 12 RANGE SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages
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    -tip bracket to rear range foot. Reconnect the anti-tip bracket, if the range is moved. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious burns to children and adults. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read
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    range hood or microwave hood combination above the range, follow the range hood or microwave hood combination installation instructions for dimensional clearances above the cooktop surface. A freestanding range electrician or service technician if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is
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    slack in the line so that the range can be moved if servicing is ever necessary. ■ A UL listed appliance end must be provided at the point the power supply cord enters the appliance. This uses a 3-wire receptacle of NEMA Type 10-50R. 3-wire receptacle (10-50R) INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Unpack Range
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    floor behind the range to support the range when it is laid on its back. 5. Using 2 or more people, firmly grasp the range and gently lay it range and be killed. Connect anti-tip bracket to rear range foot. Reconnect the anti-tip bracket, if the range is moved. Failure to follow these instructions
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    result in death, fire, or electrical shock. Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Use 8 gauge copper or 6 gauge aluminum wire. Electrically ground range. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. 1. Disconnect power. 2. Use Phillips
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    insert screws. ■ Assemble a UL listed conduit connector in the opening. 5. Replace back panel and screws on rear of range. 6. Complete installation following instructions for your type of electrical connection: 4-wire (recommended) 3-wire (if 4-wire is not available) Electrical Connection Options
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    ■ In an area where local codes prohibit grounding through the neutral 1. Part of metal ground strap must be cut out and removed. 5. Use ³⁄₈" power supply cord through the opening in the cord/ conduit plate on bottom of range. Allow enough slack to easily attach the wiring to the terminal block. A
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    ■ In an area where local codes prohibit grounding through the neutral 1. Part of metal ground strap must be cut out and removed. A B A. 2. Use Phillips screwdriver to remove the ground-link screw from the back of the range. Save the ground link screw and discard the remaining end of the ground link
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    Torque 8 gauge copper 6 gauge aluminum 25 lbs-in. (2.8 N-m) 35 lbs-in. (4.0 N-m) 5. Use Phillips screwdriver to connect the bare (green) ground wire to the range with the ground-link screw. The ground wire must be attached first and must not contact any other terminal. 6. Use ³⁄₈" nut driver to
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    the Use and Care Guide for specific instruction on range operation. If range does not operate, check the following: ■ Household fuse is intact and tight; or circuit breaker has not tripped. ■ Range is plugged into an outlet. ■ Electrical supply is connected. ■ See "Troubleshooting" in the Use and
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    : ■ Look for the anti-tip bracket securely attached to floor or wall. ■ Slide range back so rear range foot is under anti-tip bracket. Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all parts and panels before operating. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
FREESTANDING ELECTRIC RANGE
RANGE SAFETY
Table of Contents
RANGE SAFETY
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
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2
Tools and Parts
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2
Location Requirements
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2
Electrical Requirements
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3
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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4
Unpack Range
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4
Adjust Leveling Legs
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5
Install Anti-Tip Bracket
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Electrical Connection
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6
Verify Anti-Tip Bracket Location
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Level Range
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Complete Installation
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Moving the Range
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IMPORTANT:
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You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately
You
can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can
happen if the instructions are not followed.
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety
messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.”
These words mean:
follow instructions.
instructions.
DANGER
WARNING