Whirlpool WFE381LVS Installation Instructions

Whirlpool WFE381LVS - 30" Ing Electric Range Manual

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    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 30" (76 CM) FREESTANDING ELECTRIC RANGES Table of Contents RANGE SAFETY 2 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 3 Tools and Parts 3 Location Requirements 3 Electrical Requirements - U.S.A. Only 4 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 6 Unpack Range 6 Install Anti-Tip Bracket 6 Electrical
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    RANGE SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and 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
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    longer screws to anchor bracket to subfloor. Longer screws are available from your local hardware store. Parts needed If using a power supply cord kit: ■ A UL listed power supply cord kit marked for use with ranges. The cord should be rated at 250 volts minimum, 40 amps or 50 amps that is marked for
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    less than No. 28 MSG sheet steel, 0.015" (0.4 mm) stainless steel, 0.024" (0.6 mm) aluminum or 0.020" (0.5 mm) copper. 30" (76.2 cm) minimum clearance between the top of the cooking platform and the bottom of an uncovered wood or metal cabinet. Electrical Requirements - U.S.A. Only If codes permit
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    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 behind the control panel or on the oven by a white cover. Cord should be Type SRD or
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    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Unpack Range WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move and install range. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury. 1. Remove shipping materials, tape and film from range. 2. Remove oven racks and parts package from inside oven. 3. Do not
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    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 these
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    A UL listed, 250-volt minimum, 40-amp, range power supply cord 3-wire connection: Power supply cord Style 2: Direct wire strain relief ■ Remove the Part of metal ground strap must be cut out and removed. A B C 5. Complete installation following instructions for your type of electrical connection
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    Green ground wire E. Neutral (center) wire F. Line 1 (black) 6. Connect line 2 (red) and line 1 (black) wires to the outer terminal block posts with 10-32 hex nuts. 7. Securely tighten hex nuts. NOTE: For power supply cord replacement, use only a power cord rated at 250 volts minimum, 40 amps or 50
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    prohibit grounding through the neutral 1. Part of metal ground strap must be cut out and removed. C G D EF A. Terminal block B. Ground-link screw C. Cord/conduit plate D. Bare (green) ground wire E. Line 2 (red) wire F. Neutral (white) wire G. Line 1 (black) wire 4. Attach terminal lugs to
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    Replace terminal block access cover. 3-wire connection: Direct Wire Use this method only if local codes permit connecting ground conductor to neutral supply wire. 1. Pull the wires through the conduit on cord/conduit plate on bottom of range ground wire E. Line 1 (black) wire Bare Wire Torque
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    back into position. Check that rear leveling leg is engaged in anti-tip bracket. NOTE: Range must be level for satisfactory baking performance. 4. Replace the storage drawer (on some models). A. Drawer clip 3. Depress the drawer clip by pressing the screwdriver handle toward the side of the storage
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    and oven. See 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
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    in power supply cord. 5. Check that anti-tip bracket is installed: ■ Look for the anti-tip bracket securely attached to floor. ■ 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
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    Left edge ANTI-TIP BRACKET TEMPLATE Cut on dotted lines and place the left edge against the left side cabinet and the top edge against the rear wall. Top edge 15
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
30" (76 CM) FREESTANDING ELECTRIC RANGES
Table of Contents
RANGE SAFETY
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2
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
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3
Tools and Parts
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3
Location Requirements
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Electrical Requirements - U.S.A. Only
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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Unpack Range
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Install Anti-Tip Bracket
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Electrical Connection - U.S.A. Only
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Verify Anti-Tip Bracket Location
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Level Range
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Storage Drawer
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Complete Installation
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Moving the Range
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ANTI-TIP BRACKET TEMPLATE
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