Summit REX242W - Manual (Page 34)

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Installation Instructions
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
Effective January 1, 1996, the National Electrical Code
requires that new construction (not existing) utilize a 4-
conductor connection to an electric range.
When installing an electric range in new construction,
follow Steps 3 and 5 for 4-wire connection.
You must use a 3-wire, single-phase A.C. 208Y/120 Volt
or 240/120 Volt, 60 hertz electrical system. If you con-
nect to aluminum wiring, properly installed connectors
approved for use with aluminum wiring must be used.
If the electrical service provided does not meet the
above specifications, have a licensed electrician install
an approved outlet.
NOTE: Use of automatic, wireless, or wired external
switches that shut off power to the appliance, are not
recommended for this product.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
WARNING: For personal safety, do not
use an extension cord with this appli-
ance. Remove house fuse or open cir-
cuit breaker before beginning installa-
tion.
This appliance must be supplied with the proper volt-
age and frequency, and connected to an individual
properly grounded branch circuit, protected by a cir-
cuit breaker or fuse having amperage as specified on
the rating plate. The rating plate is located above the
storage drawer on the oven frame.
We recommend you have the electrical wiring and
hookup of your range connected by a qualified electri-
cian. After installation, have the electrician show you
where your main range disconnect is located.
Check with your local utilities for electrical codes which
apply in your area. Failure to wire your oven according
to governing codes could result in a hazardous condi-
tion. If there are no local codes, your range must be
wired and fused to meet the requirements of the Na-
tional Electrical Code, ANSI/ NFPA No. 70- Latest Edition.
You can get a copy by writing:
National Fire Protection Association
Batterymarch Park
Quincy, MA 02269
Use only a 3-conductor or a 4-conductor UL-listed
range cord. These cords may be provided with ring ter-
minals on wire and a strain relief device.
A range cord rated at 40 amps with 125/250 minimum
volt range is required. A 50 amp range cord is not rec-
ommended but if used, it should be marked for use
with nominal 13/8" diameter connection openings.
Care should be taken to center the cable and strain re-
lief within the knockout hole to keep the edge from
damaging the cable.
• Because range terminals are not accessible after
range is in position, flexible service conduit or cord
must be used.
NOTE: If conduit is being used, go to Step 3D and then
to Step 6 or 7.
• On some models, a filter capacitor may be con-
nected between the black and white leads on the
junction block.
ALL NEW BRANCH CIRCUIT INSTAL-
LATIONS, MOBILE HOMES, RECRE-
ATIONAL VEHICLES AND INSTALLA-
TIONS WHERE LOCAL CODES DO
NOT ALLOW GROUNDING
THROUGH NEUTRAL, REQUIRE A 4-
CONDUCTOR CORD OR CONDUIT.