GE JB645RK5SS - Installation Manual

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PREPARE THE OPENING (FOR INDOOR USE ONLY)

See illustrations for all rough-in and spacing dimensions. The range may be placed with 0”
clearance (flush) at the back wall and side walls of the cabinet.

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 Consumer.

•

Note to Consumer –

Keep these

instructions for future reference.

•

Skill level –

Installation of this appliance

requires basic mechanical skills and
advanced electrical skills.

•

Proper installation is the responsibility of the

installer.

•

Product failure due to improper installation

is not covered under Warranty.

Installation Instructions

Free-Standing and Front

Control Electric Ranges

MATERIALS YOU MAY NEED

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

(UL Listed 40 AMP)

4-Wire Cord 4’ long OR

3-Wire Cord 4’ long

Squeeze Connector

(For Conduit

Installations Only)

Drill with 1/8” Bit
Safety Glasses
Adjustable Wrench
Level
Tin Snips

Tape Measure
Pliers
1/4” Nut Driver

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REMOVE PACKAGING MATERIALS:

Failure to remove packaging

materials could result in damage to the appliance. Remove all packing parts from oven,
racks, heating elements and drawer. Also, remove protective film and labels on the outer
door, cooktop and control panel.

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

2

1

»

2

” (3

1

»

4

” on

double ovens)

2

1

»

2

” (3

1

»

4

” on

double ovens)

(7

3

»

4

” on

double

ovens)

6

1

»

2

”

25”

(23” on

double

ovens)

REAR CONTROL

FRONT CONTROL

NOTE:

Use a 4’ power cord to prevent interference

with the storage drawer. Power cords 4

1

»

2

’ to 6’ long

may have to be dressed to allow for proper drawer
closing.

MINIMUM DIMENSIONS BETWEEN COOKTOP,
WALLS AND ABOVE THE COOKTOP:

A. Make sure the wall covering, countertop, flooring

and cabinets around the range can withstand
the heat (up to 200°F) generated by the range.

B. Allow 30” minimum clearance between surface

units and bottom of unprotected wood or metal
cabinet, or allow a 24” minimum when bottom
of wood or metal cabinet is protected by no
less than 1/4” thick flame retardant millboard
covered with not less than No 28 MSG sheet
metal, (.015”), .015” thick stainless steel, .024”
aluminum or .020” copper.

Acceptable electrical
outlet area. Orient
electrical receptacle
so the length is
parallel to floor.
Use a flush mount
outlet for double
oven models.

C. This appliance has been approved for 0” spacing to adjacent surfaces above the cooktop.

However, a 6” minimum spacing to surfaces less than 15” above the cooktop and adjacent
cabinet is recommended to reduce exposure to steam, grease splatter and heat.

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 projects at least 5” beyond
the front of the cabinets. Cabinets installed above the cooktop must be no deeper than 16”.

4” (3”

on double

ovens)

30”

Unit will not mount flush
to counter when heights
are less than 36”.

A

NOTE C

B

A

C

Both

Sides

29

7

»

8

”

36”

45

1

»

8

” (47

7

»

8

” on

single oven)

29

7

»

8

”

36

5

»

8

”

47”

(36” to

cooktop

height)

47

5

»

8

”

(45

1

»

8

” on

double oven)

29

7

»

8

”

(25

3

»

4

” on

double oven)

NOTE:

Rear wall

to front

of door

glass.

NOTE:

Rear wall

to front

of door

glass.

25

1

»

2

”

25

3

»

4

”

• 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