Hotpoint RB757WHWW User Guide - Page 35

Installation Free-Standing Instructions Electric Ranges Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: ge.com BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions completely and carefully. • IMPORTANT - Save these instructions for local inspector's use. • IMPORTANT - Observe all governing codes and ordinances. • Note to Installer - Be sure to leave these instructions with the Consumer. • Note to Consumer - Keep these instructions for future reference. • Skill level - Installation of this appliance requires basic mechanical skills. • Completion time - 1 to 3 hours • Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer. • Product failure due to improper installation is not covered under the Warranty. WARNING - This appliance must be properly grounded. 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. FOR YOUR SAFETY: All rough-in and spacing dimensions must be met for safe use of your range. Electricity to the range can be disconnected at the outlet without moving the range if the outlet is in the preferred location (remove lower drawer). To reduce the risk of burns or fire when reaching over hot surface elements, cabinet storage space above the cooktop should be avoided. If cabinet storage space is to be provided above the cooktop, the risk can be reduced by installing a range hood that sticks out at least 5" beyond the front of the cabinets. Cabinets installed above a cooktop must be no deeper than 13". Be sure your appliance is properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician. Make sure the cabinets and wall coverings around the range can withstand the temperatures (up to 200°F) generated by the range. ANTI-TIP DEVICE WARNING - To reduce the risk of tipping, the appliance must be secured by properly installed Anti-Tip bracket packed with this appliance. If the Anti-Tip device supplied with the range does not fit this application, use the universal Anti-Tip device WB2X7909. WARNING - • All ranges can tip • Injury to persons could result • Install Anti-Tip bracket packed with range • See Installation Instructions If you pull the range out and away from the wall for any reason, make sure the Anti-Tip bracket is engaged when the range is pushed back against the wall. 34