Whirlpool RY160LXTQ Installation Instructions

Whirlpool RY160LXTQ - 30 Inch Slide-In Electric Range Manual

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    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS SLIDE-IN ELECTRIC RANGE Table of Contents RANGE SAFETY 1 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 2 Tools and Parts 2 Location Requirements 2 Electrical Requirements 3 Countertop Preparation 4 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 4 Unpack Range 4 Adjust Leveling Legs 5 Install Anti-Tip
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    . See "Electrical Connection" section. Product Dimensions A F B* Location Requirements IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances. ■ It is the installer's responsibility to comply with installation clearances specified on the model/serial rating plate. The model/serial rating plate is
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    connection you will be using and follow the instructions provided for it here. ■ Range must be connected to the proper electrical voltage and frequency as specified on the model/serial number rating plate. (The model/serial number rating plate is located on the oven frame behind the storage
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    than 30" (76.2 cm), adjust the ³⁄₈" (1.0 cm) dimension. Countertop must be level. Place level on countertop, first side to side, then front to back. If countertop is not level, range will not be level. Range must be level for satisfactory baking conditions. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Unpack Range
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    floor behind the range to support the range when it is laid on its back. 6. 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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    Use a new 40 amp power supply cord. Plug into a grounded outlet. Failure to follow these instructions can 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
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    following instructions for your type of electrical connection: 4-wire (recommended) 3-wire (if 4-wire is not available) Electrical Connection Options If your home has: And you will be Go to Section: connecting to: 4-wire receptacle (NEMA type 14-50R) A UL listed, 250-volt minimum, 40-amp, range
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    removed. 5. Use ³⁄₈" nut driver to connect the neutral (white) wire to the center terminal block post with one of the use a power cord rated at 250 volts minimum, 40 amps or 50 amps that is marked for in the cord/ conduit plate on bottom of range. Allow enough slack to easily attach the wiring
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    hex nut B. Line 1 (black) C. Ground-link screw D. Neutral (white) wire E. Line 2 (red) 3. Connect line 1 (black) and a power cord rated at 250 volts minimum, 40 amps or 50 amps that is marked range may be connected directly to the fuse disconnect or circuit breaker box. Depending on your electrical
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    hole and conduit plate on bottom of range. Allow enough slack to easily attach the wiring to the terminal block. B A C D E B A. Terminal lug B. Set screw C. Line 1 (black) wire D. Neutral (white) wire E. Line 2 (red) wire Bare Wire Torque Specifications Attaching terminal lugs to the terminal
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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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    bracket is installed: ■ 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
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
SLIDE-IN ELECTRIC RANGE
RANGE SAFETY
Table of Contents
RANGE SAFETY
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1
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
Countertop Preparation
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4
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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5
Electrical Connection
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6
Verify Anti-Tip Bracket Location
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Level Range
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11
Complete Installation
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11
Moving the Range
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12
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
WARNING
Tip Over Hazard
A child or adult can tip the 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 can result in death or serious burns to children and adults.