Hotpoint RA724KWH Installation Instructions - Page 19

Installation Instructions INSTALL THE RANGE 9 ANTI-TIP DEVICE INSTALLATION 9 ANTI-TIP DEVICE INSTALLATION WARNING: • Range must be secured with an approved Anti-Tip device. • Unless properly installed, the range could be tipped by you or a child standing, sitting or leaning on an open door. • After installing the Anti-Tip device, verify that it is in place by carefully attempting to tilt the range forward. (cont.) Install the sleeve anchor into the drilled hole and then install the lag bolt through the device. The bolts must be properly tightened as recommended for the hardware. E Slide the range against the wall, and check for proper installation by grasping the front edge of the cooktop and carefully attempting to tilt the range forward. • This range has been designed to meet all recognized industry tip standards for all normal conditions. 10 LEVEL THE RANGE • After installing the Anti-Tip device, verify that it is in place by carefully attempting to tilt the range forward. For proper cooking and baking, the range must be leveled. Leveling legs are located on each corner at the base of the range. • The use of this device does not preclude tipping of the range when not properly A Install the oven shelves (see Using the oven installed. section for instructions). A Mark the wall where the RIGHT EDGE of the range is to be located. Be sure to allow for the countertop overhang if you intend to install the range next to cabinets. Put a spirit level or a glass measuring cup partially filled with water on one of the oven shelves. B Locate the outside edge Slotted of the device head 21⁄8″ toward screw the center of Approx. 20° the range Anti-Tip device Wallplate B Turn the legs clockwise to raise the range and counterclockwise to lower the range. Adjust the leveling legs until the range is level. from the marked edge of the range. 2 1⁄8" Marked edge of range C Using the device as a template, mark the 11 FINAL INSTALLATION CHECKLIST position of the hole for the screw. D For wood construction, drill a pilot hole at an angle of 20 degrees from the horizontal. A nail or awl may be used if a drill is not • Check to make sure the circuit breaker is closed (RESET) or the circuit fuses are replaced. • Be sure power is in service to the building. available. • Check to be sure that all packing materials Mount the Anti-Tip device with the screw provided. For cement or concrete construction, you will need a 1/4″ x 11⁄2″ lag bolt and a 1/2″ O.D. sleeve anchor, which are not provided. Wallboard Anti-Tip device Back of range 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. Drill the recommended Wood screw • Check to make sure that the Anti-Tip device is securely installed. size hole for the hardware. • Be sure all range controls are in the OFF position before leaving the range. 19