GE JGBS62REKSS Installation Instructions - Page 1

DIMENSIONS AND

CLEARANCES

Provide adequate clearances between the

range and adjacent combustible surfaces.

These dimensions must be met for safe use

of your range.

Allow 30” (76.2 cm) minimum clearance

between burners and bottom of unprotected

wood or metal cabinet, or allow a 24” (61 cm)

minimum when bottom of wood or metal cabinet

is protected by no less than 1/4” (6.4 mm) thick

flame-retardant millboard covered with no less

than No. 28 MSG sheet metal (.015” [.38 mm]

thick), .015” (.38 mm) thick stainless steel, .025”

(0.64 mm) aluminum or .020” (0.5 mm) copper.

Installation of a listed microwave oven or

cooking appliance over the cooktop shall

conform to the installation instructions packed

with that appliance.

For island installation, maintain 2-1/2”

minimum from cutout to back edge of

countertop and 3” minimum from cutout to side

edges of countertop.

CONNECTOR HOOKUP

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

MATERIALS YOU MAY NEED

Gas line shut-off valve

Pipe joint sealant or UL-approved pipe thread

tape with Teflon* that resists action of natural

and propane gases

Flexible metal appliance connector (1/2” I.D.).

A 5-foot length is recommended for ease of

installation but other lengths are acceptable.

Never use an old connector when installing a

new range.

Flare union adapter for connection to gas

supply line (3/4” or 1/2” NPT x 1/2” I.D.)

Flare union adapter for connection to pressure

regulator on range (1/2” NPT x 1/2” I.D.)

Liquid leak detector or soapy water.

*Teflon: Registered trademark of DuPont

Flat-blade

screwdriver

Pipe wrenches (2)

(one for backup)

Phillips

screwdriver

Open-end or

adjustable wrench

Pencil and ruler

Level

Drill, awl or nail

Pressure

regulator

Gas Flow into Range

Gas Flow into Range

Flex

connector

(6 ft. max.)

Adapter

Installer: Inform the consumer of the location of the gas shut-off valve.

1/2” or 3/4”

Gas pipe

Adapter

Gas

shut-off

valve

Pressure

regulator

Elbow

Elbow

Nipple

Union

Nipple

Gas

shut-off

valve

1/2” or 3/4”

Gas pipe

Flexible

Option

Rigid Pipe

Option

IN THE COMMONWEALTH

OF MASSACHUSETTS

This product must be installed by a licensed

plumber or gas fitter.

When using ball type gas shut-off valves,

they shall be the T-handle type.

A flexible gas connector, when used, must

not exceed 5 feet.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

IMPORTANT —

Save these

instructions for local inspector’s use.

IMPORTANT

—

Observe all governing

codes and ordinances.

IMPORTANT

—

Remove all packing

material and literature from oven before

connecting gas and electrical supply to range.

IMPORTANT

—

To avoid damage

to your cabinets, check with your builder

or cabinet supplier to make sure that the

materials used will not discolor, delaminate

or sustain other damage. This oven has been

designed in accordance with the requirements

of UL and CSA International and complies

with the maximum allowable wood cabinet

temperatures of 194°F (90°C).

Note to Installer

– Be sure to leave these

instructions with consumer.

Note to consumer

– Keep these instructions

for future reference.

Servicer

– The electrical diagram is in an

envelope attached to the back of the range.

Proper installation is the responsibility of the

installer.

Product failure due to improper installation is

not covered under warranty.

Before installing your range on linoleum or

any other synthetic floor covering, make sure

the floor covering can withstand 180°F without

shrinking, warping or discoloring. Do not install

the range over carpeting unless a sheet of

1/4” thick plywood or similar insulator is placed

between the range and carpeting.

Mobile Home - Additional Installation

Requirements

The installation of this range must conform

to the Manufactured Home Construction and

Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280

(formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile

Home Construction and Saftey, Title 24,

HUD Part 280). When such standard is not

applicable, use the Standard for Manufactured

Home Installations, ANSI A225.1/NFPA 501A

or with local codes.

In Canada, the installation of this range must

conform with the current standards CAN/CSA-

A240-latest edition, or with local codes.

When this range is installed in a mobile

home, it must be secured to the floor during

transit. Any method of securing the range

is adequate as long as it conforms to the

standards listed above.

WARNING

FIRE OR EXPLOSION

HAZARD

If the information in this manual is not followed

exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing

property damage, personal injury or death.

Installation must be performed by a qualified

installer.

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

Installation of this range must conform with

local codes, or in the absence of local codes,

with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/

NFPA.54, latest edition. In Canada, installation

must conform with the current Natural Gas

Installation Code, CAN/CGA-B149.1 or the

current Propane Installation Code, CAN/CGA-

B149.2, and with local codes where applicable.

This range has been design-certified by

CSA International according to ANSI Z21.1,

latest edition and Canadian Gas Association

according to CAN/CGA-1.1 latest edition.

When installing a gas appliance the use of

old flexible connectors can cause gas leaks

and personal injury. Always use a

NEW

flexible connector.

Leak testing of the appliance shall be conducted

according to the manufacturer instructions.

The range must be electrically grounded in

accordance with local codes or, in the absence

of local codes, in accordance with the National

Electrical Code (ANSI/NFPA 70, latest edition).

In Canada, electrical grounding must be

in accordance with the current CSA C22.1

Canadian Electrical Code Part 1 and/or local

codes. See Electrical Connections in this section.

Do not install this product with an air curtain

hood or other range hood that operates by

blowing air down on the cooktop.

This airflow

may interfere with operation of the gas burners

resulting in fire or explosion hazard.

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GAS SUPPLY

WARNING

Fire Hazard: Do not use

a flame to check for gas leaks.

WARNING

Explosion Hazard: Do

not exceed 25 ft-lbs of torque when making

gas line connections. Overtightening may

crack the pressure regulator resulting in fire

or explosion hazard.

Gas Pressure Regulator

You must use the gas pressure regulator supplied

with this range. For proper operations the inlet

pressure to the regulator should be as follows:

Natural Gas:

Minimum pressure: 6” of Water Column

Maximum pressure: 13” of Water Column

Propane Gas:

Minimum pressure: 11” of Water Column

Maximum pressure: 13” of Water Column

If you are not sure about the inlet pressure

contact local gas supplier.

Shut off the main gas supply valve before

disconnecting the old range and leave it off

until the new hook-up has been completed.

Don’t forget to relight the pilot on other gas

appliances when you turn the gas back on.

Because hard piping restricts movement of

the range, the use of a CSA International-

certified flexible metal appliance connector is

recommended unless local codes require a

hard-piped connection.

If the hard piping method is used, you must

carefully align the pipe; the range cannot be

moved after the connection is made.

To prevent gas leaks, put pipe joint compound

on, or wrap pipe thread tape with Teflon*

around, all male (external) pipe threads.

A.

Install a manual shut-off valve in the gas line

in an easily accessed location outside of the

range. Make sure everyone operating the

range knows where and how to shut off the

gas supply to the range.

B.

Install male 1/2” flare union adapter to the

1/2” NPT internal thread at inlet of regulator.

Use a backup wrench on the regulator fitting

to avoid damage.

C.

Install male 1/2” or 3/4” flare union adapter

to the NPT internal thread of the manual

shut-off valve, taking care to back-up the

shut-off valve to keep it from turning.

D.

Connect flexible metal appliance connector

to the adapter on the range. Position range

to permit connection at the shut-off valve.

E.

When all connections have been made, make

sure all range controls are in the off position

and turn on the main gas supply valve.

Use a liquid leak detector at all joints and

connections to check for leaks in the system.

When using pressures greater than 1/2 psig

to pressure test the gas supply system of the

residence, disconnect the range and individual

shut-off valve from the gas supply piping. When

using pressures of 1/2 psig or less to pressure

test the gas supply system, simply isolate the

range from the gas supply system by closing

the individual shut-off valve.

When checking for proper operation of the

regulator, the inlet pressure must be at least 1”

greater than the operating (manifold) pressure

as given on rating label of product.

*Teflon: Registered trademark of DuPont

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ELECTRICAL

CONNECTIONS

WARNING

Shock Hazard: This

appliance must be properly grounded.

Failure to do so can result in electric shock.

Electrical Requirements -

120-volt, 60 Hertz,

properly grounded dedicated circuit protected

by a 15-amp or 20-amp circuit breaker or time

delay fuse.

NOTE:

Use of automatic, wireless, or wired

external switches that shut off power to the

appliance are not recommended for this product.

Grounding

The power cord of this appliance is equipped

with a three-prong (grounding) plug which plugs

into a standard three-prong grounding wall

receptacle to minimize the possibility of electric

shock hazard from this appliance.

The customer should have the wall receptacle

and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to

make sure the receptacle is properly grounded.

Where a standard two-prong wall receptacle is

encountered, it is the personal responsibility and

obligation of the customer to have it replaced with

a properly grounded three-prong wall receptacle.

DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES,

CUT OR REMOVE THE THIRD (GROUND)

PRONG FROM THE POWER CORD. DO

NOT USE AN ADAPTER. DO NOT USE AN

EXTENSION CORD.

Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCI’s) are

not required or recommended for gas range

receptacles. Performance of the range will not be

affected if operated on a GFCI-protected circuit

but occasional nuisance tripping of the GFCI

breaker is possible.

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CHECK SURFACE

BURNERS

Push and turn knob to LITE position. You

will hear a

clicking

sound indicating proper

operation of the spark module. Once the air

has been purged from the supply lines, burners

should light within 4 seconds. After burner

lights, rotate knob out of the LITE position.

Try each burner in succession until all burners

have been checked.

Quality of Flames

The flame quality of the burners needs to be

determined visually.

If burner flames look like (A), call for service.

Normal burner flames should look like (B) or

(C), depending on the type of gas you use

With propane gas, some yellow tipping on outer

cones is normal.

FOR YOUR SAFETY:

WARNING

Before beginning

the installation, switch power off at

service panel and lock the service

disconnecting means to prevent power

from being switched on accidentally.

When the service disconnecting

means cannot be locked, securely

fasten a prominent warning device,

such as a tag, to the service panel.

If you did not receive an anti-tip bracket with your

purchase, call 1.800.626.8774 to receive one at

no cost. (In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344.) For

installation instructions of the bracket,

visit: www.GEAppliances.com.

(In Canada, www.GEAppliances.ca.)

Anti-Tip Bracket

Kit Included

Ensure proper

ground exists

before use

WHEN ALL HOOKUPS ARE

COMPLETED

Make sure all controls are left in the off

position. Make sure the flow of combustion and

ventilation air to the range is unobstructed.

Check that all packing materials and tape

have been removed. This will include tape on

metal panel under control knobs (if applicable),

adhesive tape, wire ties, cardboard and

protective plastic. Failure to remove these

materials could result in damage to the

appliance once the appliance has been turned

on and surfaces have heated.

DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES (CONT.)

GAS PIPE AND ELECTRICAL OUTLET LOCATIONS

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION

31-10998-3

06-17

GEA

JGBS62, JGB645, JGBS66, JGB660, JGB700

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CHECK BAKE AND

BROIL BURNERS

light in 30 to 90 seconds.

method as the bake burner.

• A child or adult can tip the range and be killed.

• Install the anti-tip bracket to the wall or floor.

• Engage the range to the anti-tip bracket by sliding the

range back such that the foot is engaged.

• Re-engage the anti-tip bracket if the range is moved.

• Failure to do so can result in death or serious burns

to children or adults.

Tip-Over Hazard

WARNING

Installation Instructions

Range

Questions? Call GE Appliances at 1.800.GE.CARES (1.800.432.2737) or visit

www.GEAppliances.com. In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or visit www.GEAppliances.ca.

CONVERTING TO PROPANE

GAS (OR CONVERTING

BACK TO NATURAL GAS

FROM PROPANE)

This range leaves the factory set for use with

natural gas. If you want to convert to propane

gas, the conversion must be performed by a

qualified propane gas installer.

The conversion orifices and instructions can

be found on back of the range.

Keep these instructions and all orifices in

case you want to convert back to natural gas.

INSTALLATION AT HIGH ALTITUDE

Over 6000ft, product configured for natural gas or propane requires installation of kit

WB49X2541. Follow the instructions included with the kit.

Rear of Range

Orifice Strip

(location

may vary)

Spirit level

X

Y

Minimum to

cabinets on

either side

of the range

30”

30”

Minimum

15”

3”

Minimum

clearance to

right wall

Maximum

depth for

cabinets above

countertops

Front edge

of the range

side panel

forward from

cabinet

0”

To cabinets

below cooktop

and at the

range back

1/4”

6”

Minimum

clearance

to left wall

0”

18”

To cabinets

below

cooktop

and at the

range back

Recommended area for 120V

outlet on rear wall and area for

through-the-wall

connection of

pipe stub and shut-off valve.

Recommended area

for

through-the-floor

connection of pipe stub

and shut-off valve.

CAUTION

To prevent

drafts from affecting burner

operation, seal all openings

in floor under appliance and

behind appliance wall.

(C) Soft blue flames—

Normal for natural gas

(B)

Yellow tips on outer

cones—

Normal for propane gas

(A) Yellow flames—

Call for service

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INSTALL AND CHECK

ANTI-TIP DEVICE

WARNING

Never completely

remove the leveling leg as the range will not

be secured to the anti-tip device properly.

Follow instructions supplied with ANTI-TIP

bracket.

Anti-Tip Bracket

Kit Included

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LEVEL THE RANGE

WARNING

Never completely

remove the leveling leg as the range will not

be secured to the anti-tip device properly.

A.

Plug in the unit.

B.

Measure the height of your countertop at the

rear of the opening (X).

C.

Adjust two rear leveling legs so that the rear

of cooktop is at the same height or higher

than the counter (Y).

D.

Slide unit into place.

E.

Install oven shelves in the oven and position

the range where it will be installed.

F.

Check for levelness by placing a spirit

level on one of the oven shelves. Take two

readings—with the level placed diagonally

first in one direction and then the other.

G.

Adjust front leveling legs until the range is

level.

H.

Look under the unit and verify that the rear

leg is fully engaged with the anti-tip device. If

not, remove the unit and adjust the height of

the rear leg so that it is properly engaged.

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SURFACE BURNERS

WARNING

Fire or Explosion Hazard:

Do not operate the burner without all burner

parts in place.

A.

Burners -

Place surface burners into

corresponding positions on cooktop.

B.

Caps -

Place caps on proper size burner.

C.

Single Grates -

Place the oval (center)

head/cap assembly over the electrode on

the cooktop.

Left

Grate

Right

Grate

Center

Grate or Griddle

or

Front right burner

Electrode

Electrode

Hole

Cap

Burner

Cap

46 1/4"

28 3/4"

w/ handle

26 1/4"

w/o handle

30"

36 1/4" ± 1/4"

11 1/4"

NOTE:

Cooktop must be

at or above counter.

Grate

Cooktop

Counter

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