Hotpoint RGB747GER - Manual (Page 34)

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
(continued)
GENERAL
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See Dimensions and Clearances in this section
for all rough-in and spacing dimensions.
dimensions must be met for safe use of your range.
location of the electrical outlet and pipe opening
(see Gas Pipe and Electric Outlet Locations) may
be adjusted to meet specific requirements.
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The range may be placed with 0“ clearance
(flush) at the back wall and side walls of the range.
LOCATION
Do not locate the range where it maybe subject
to strong drafts. Any openings in the floor or wall
behind the range should be sealed. Make sure
the openings around the base of the range that
supply fresh air for combustion and ventilation
are not obstructed by carpeting or woodwork.
PROTECT YOUR FLOOR
Your range, like many other household items, is
heavy and can settle into soft floor coverings
such as cushioned vinyl or carpeting. care
when moving the range on this type of flooring.
It is recommended that the following
and
inexpensive instructions be followed to protect
your floor.
The range should be installed on a sheet of plywood
(or similar material). ends
at the front of the the area that the range
will rest on should be built up with plywood to
the same level or higher than the floor covering.
This will allow the range to be moved for cleaning
or servicing.
MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION
Depending on your range, you’ll find the
and serial numbers on a label on the front frame
of the range, behind the storage drawer, kick
panel or broiler drawer.
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
Phillips and flat-blade screwdrivers
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Pencil and ruler
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Two pipe wrenches (one for backup)
l%” open-end or adjustable wrench
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Nut drivers or wrenches: and 1/4”
ADDITIONAL MATERIALS YOU NEED
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line shut-off valve
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Pipe joint sealant or pipe thread
tape with Teflon* that resists action of natural
and LP gases
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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.
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Flare union adapter for connection to gas
supply line (3/4” or 1/2” 1/2” I. D.)
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Flare union adapter for connection to pressure
regulator on range (1/2” NPTx 1/2” I. D.)
‘Teflon: Registered trademark
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Remove all tape and packaging. Lift up the
(on models with dual burners) and remove
any packing material under it. Make sure the
dual burners are properly seated and level.
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Remove plastic film that covers some chrome
parts (around oven door, side trim).
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Take the accessory pack out of the oven.
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Check to be sure that no range parts have
come loose during shipping.
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