Frigidaire FEF326AB - FEF326B - 30 Electric Range User manual

30" ELECTRIC RANGE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
(For 3 or 4 Wire, 60 Hz. Systems)
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INSTALLATIONANDSERVICEMUSTBEPERFORMEDBYAQUALIFIED INSTALLER.
IMPORTANT: SAVE FOR LOCAL ELECTRICALINSPECTOR'S USE.
READAND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
P/N 316259206 (1103) EN
ClearancesandDimensions
1. Provide adequate clearances between the range and adjacent combustible surfaces.
2. Location—Check location where the range will be installed. Check for proper electrical supply, and the stability
of the floor.
3. Dimensionsthatareshownmustbeused.Givendimensionsprovideminimumclearance.Contactsurfacemust
be solid and level.
*30"MINIMUMCLEARANCEBETWEENTHETOPOFTHECOOKINGSURFACEANDTHE BOTTOMOFANUNPROTECTED
WOODORMETALCABINET;OR24"MINIMUMWHENBOTTOMOFWOODORMETALCABINETISPROTECTEDBYNOT
LESSTHAN1/4"FLAMERETARDANTMILLBOARDCOVEREDWITHNOTLESSTHANNO.28MSGSHEETSTEEL,0.015"
STAINLESSSTEEL,0.024"ALUMINUMOR0.020"COPPER.0"CLEARANCEISTHEMINIMUMFORTHEREAROFTHE
RANGE.FOLLOWALLDIMENSIONREQUIREMENTSPROVIDEDABOVETOPREVENTPROPERTYDAMAGE,POTENTIAL
FIREHAZARD,ANDINCORRECTCOUNTERTOPANDCABINETCUTS.
TOELIMINATETHERISKOFBURNSORFIREBYREACHINGOVERHEATEDSURFACEUNITS,CABINETSTORAGE
SPACELOCATEDABOVETHESURFACEUNITSSHOULDBEAVOIDED.IFCABINETSTORAGEISTOBEPROVIDED,
THERISKCANBEREDUCEDBYINSTALLINGARANGEHOODTHATPROJECTSHORIZONTALLYAMINIMUMOF5"
BEYOND THE BOTTOM OF THE CABINETS.
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30-1/8"
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
30"
48-1/2"
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*Depth is 28-13/32"
with door handle

30" ELECTRIC RANGE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
(For 3 or 4 Wire, 60 Hz. Systems)
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Iftheinformationinthismanualisnotfollowed
exactly,afireorelectricalshockmayresultcausingproperty
damage, personal injury or death.
Important Notes to the Installer
• Read all instructions contained in these installation
instructions before installing range.
• Removeallpackingmaterialfromtheovencompartments
beforeconnectingthegas&electricalsupplytotherange.
• Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
• Be sure to leave these instructions with the consumer.
Important Note to the Consumer
Keep these instructions with your owner's guide for future
reference.
• Aswhenusing any appliancegeneratingheat,thereare
certain safety precautions you should follow. These are
listed in the Use & Care Manual, read it carefully.
• Besureyourrangeisinstalledandgroundedproperlyby
a qualified installer or service technician.
• Make sure the wall coverings around the range can
withstandthe heatgenerated bythe range.
• Toeliminatetheneedtoreachoverthesurfaceelements,
cabinet storage space above the elements should be
avoided.
BEFORESTARTING
Tools You Will Need
For leveling legs and Anti-Tip Bracket:
• Adjustable wrench or channel lock pliers
• 5/16" Nutdriver or Flat Head Screwdriver
• Electric Drill & 1/8" Diameter Drill Bit
(Masonry Drill Bit if installing in concrete)
For electrical supply connection:
• 1/4" & 3/8" Socket driver or Nutdriver
AdditionalMaterialsYou WillNeed:
• Power Supply Cord or
• Copper Electrical Wiring & Metal Conduit
(for hard wiring)
NORMALINSTALLATIONSTEPS
1. ANTI-TIPBRACKETINSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONS
-IMPORTANTSAFETYWARNING
To reduce the risk of tipping of the range, the range must
be secured to the floor by properly installed Anti-Tip
Bracket and screws packed with the range. Failure to
install the anti-tip bracket will allow the range to tip over if
excessive weight is placed on an open door or if a child
climbs upon it. Serious injury might result from spilled hot
liquids or from the range itself.
If range is ever moved to a different location, the Anti-Tip
Bracketmust alsobe movedand installedwith therange.
Instructions are provided for installation in wood or cement
fastened to either the floor or wall. When installed to the
wall,make surethat screwscompletelypenetrate drywall
and are secured in wood or metal. When fastening to the
floor or wall, be sure that screws do not penetrate electrical
wiring or plumbing.
1a. Locate the Bracket
using the Template -
(Bracket may be located
on either the left or right
side of the range. Use the
informationbelowtolocate
the bracket if template is
notavailable).
Mark the floor or wall where left or right side of the range
will be located. If rear of range is against the wall or no
further than 1-1/4" from wall when installed, you may use
the wall or floor mount method. If molding is installed and
does not allow the bracket to fit flush against the wall,
remove molding or mount bracket to the floor. For wall
mount, locate the bracket by placing the back edge of the
templateagainst therearwall andthe sideedgeof template
on the mark made referencing the side of the range (See
Fig. 4). Place bracket on top of template and mark location
of the screw holes in wall. If rear of range is further than
1-1/4" from the wall when installed, attach bracket to the
floor. For floor mount, locate the bracket by placing back
edge of the template where the rear of the range will be
located. Mark the location of the screw holes, shown in
template.
1b. Drill Pilot Holes & Fasten Bracket - Drill a 1/8" pilot
hole where screws are to be located. If bracket is to be
mountedto thewall, drillpilothole atan approximate20°
downward angle (See Fig. 5).
If bracket is to be mounted to masonry or ceramic floors,
drill a 5/32" pilot hole 1-3/4" deep. The screws provided
Fig. 4
Fig. 5 Fig. 6

30" ELECTRIC RANGE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
(For 3 or 4 Wire, 60 Hz. Systems)
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2a. Models with Factory Connected Power Supply
Cord. NOTE: Some models may have a factory
installed three (3) conductor Power Supply Cord.
Mobilehomeinstallations,newbranch circuitinstallations
(1996NEC) or areas where Local Codes do not permit
grounding through neutral require a four (4) conductor
power supply cord kit rated at 125/250 volts minimum and
marked for use with ranges.
See Range Connection Opening Size Chart (Figs. 9 & 10)
for cord kit ampere rating information. Terminals on end of
wires must be either closed loop or open-end spade lugs
withupturnedends.
This appliance may be connected by means of a power
supply cord. Only a power supply cord kit rated at 125/250
volts minimum, and marked for use with ranges shall be
used. See Fig. 10 for cord kit ampere rating information.
Cord must have either three (3) or four (4) conductors
(See Fig. 8). Terminals on end of wires must be either
closed loop or open-end spade lugs with upturned ends.
Cord must have strain relief properly installed. See Steps
4a. for 4-Wire or 4b. for 3-Wire connections.
3. ELECTRICAL CONNECTION TO RANGE.
The Rear Access Cover must be removed (Fig 9). To
remove, loosen center screw (one screw) and remove
cover. The terminal block will then be accessible.
NOTE: Range is shipped from factory with 1-3/8" dia. hole as
shown.Touse either 7/8" dia. hole or1-1/8"dia.knockoutsrefer
toFig.9.
2b. MODELS REQUIRING POWER SUPPLY CORD KIT.
RISKOF FIREORELECTRICAL SHOCKMAYOCCURIF
ANINCORRECTSIZERANGECORDKITISUSED,THE
INSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONSARENOTFOLLOWED
ORSTRAINRELIEFBRACKETISDISCARDED.
2. ELECTRICAL CONNECTION REQUIREMENTS - This
appliance must be properly installed and grounded by a
qualified technician in accordance with the National
Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA No. 70 -- latest edition -- and
Local Electrical Code requirements.
This appliance may be connected by means of "Permanent
Wiring" or "Power Supply Cord Kit."
When installing Permanent Wiring, do not leave excess
wire in range compartment. Excess wire in the range
compartment may not allow the Rear Access Cover to be
replaced properly and could create a potential electrical
hazard if wires become pinched. Connect only as
instructedunder"PERMANENTWIRECONNECTIONS"in
Step 4c. When using flexible conduit or range cable use
flex connector or range cable strain relief (See Fig. 11).
may be used in wood or concrete material. Use a 5/16"
nut-driver or flat head screwdriver to secure the bracket in
place (See Fig. 6).
1c. Level and Position Range - Level range by adjusting
the (4) leveling legs with a wrench. NOTE: A minimum
clearance of 1/8" is required between the bottom of the
range and the leveling leg to allow room for the bracket.
Use a spirit level to check your adjustments. Slide range
back into position (See Fig. 7).
Visually check that rear leveling leg is inserted into and
fully secured by the Anti-Tip Bracket by removing lower
panel or storage drawer. For models with a Warmer
Drawer or broiler compartment, grasp the top rear edge of
the range and carefully attempt to tilt it forward.
3 & 4 - Wire electrical wall Receptacle types &
recommended mounting orientation on wall
Fig. 7
Fig. 8
Fig. 9
Rear
Access
Cover
Fig. 10

30" ELECTRIC RANGE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
(For 3 or 4 Wire, 60 Hz. Systems)
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or 4B. POWER CORD CONNECTIONS
(3-Wire Connection Instructions . For existing installations ONLY -
Refer to Fig. 13).
1. Followthemanufacturer’sinstallationinstructionssuppliedwiththe
strain relief and install (Also see Figs. 9, 10 & 11).
2. Insert the end connectors for Line 1, Line 2 and Neutral and tighten
securely to the terminal block (See Fig. 13).
IMPORTANT NOTE: DONOT LOOSEN thefactoryinstallednut
connections which secure the range wiring to the terminal block.
Electrical failure or loss of electrical connection may occur if these 3
nutsare loosenedorremoved.
3. Make sure all connections are tightened securely and replace the
rear access cover (See Fig. 9).
(4-Wire Connection Instructions - Refer to Fig.12)
Before wiring the range review the suggested power source location
drawing in Fig. 3. If connecting to a 4-Wire electrical system (new
branch-circuit or mobile home requires 4-Wire connection):
1. Followthemanufacturer’sinstallationinstructionssuppliedwith
the strain relief and install (Also see Figs. 9, 10 & 11).
2. Insert the end connectors for Line 1, Line 2 and Neutral and
tighten securely to the terminal block.
IMPORTANT NOTE: DONOT LOOSEN thefactoryinstallednut
connections which secure the range wiring to the terminal block.
Electrical failure or loss of electrical connection may occur if
these 3 nuts are loosened or removed.
3. You must disconnect the ground strap. Remove the factory
installed ground screw & plate to release the copper ground strap
from the frame of the appliance. Cut and discard the copper
ground strap & plate. KEEP the ground screw.
4. Connect the ground wire (Green) lead with the eyelet to the
frame of the appliance with the ground screw using the same
hole in the frame where the ground screw was originally installed
(See Fig. 12).
5. Make sure all screws are tightened securely and replace the rear
access cover (See Fig. 9).
Grounding Instructions (3-Wire Connections only):
A ground strap is installed on this range which connects the center
terminal of the terminal block (Neutral) to the range chassis. The
ground strap is connected to the range by the center, lowest screw
(See Fig. 13). The ground strap must not be removed unless
National, State or Local Codes do not permit use of a ground strap.
NOTE: If the ground strap is removed for any reason, a separate
ground wire must be connected to the separate ground screw
attached to the range chassis and to an adequate ground source.
Fig. 11
4A. POWER CORD CONNECTIONS
Fig. 13
Fig. 12

30" ELECTRIC RANGE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
(For 3 or 4 Wire, 60 Hz. Systems)
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NOTE: Non-terminated field wire compression connections
mustbesetatapproximately90in./lbs.
4c. 3 & 4-WIRE PERMANENT WIRE CONNECTIONS.
3 - Wire Permanent Connection - follow Steps 1,2 & 5 below.
4 - Wire Permanent Connection - follow Steps 1 thru 5 below.
Before wiring the range, review the suggested power source
location drawings in Fig. 3. If connecting to a 4-Wire electrical
system (new branch-circuit or mobile home requires 4-Wire
connection):
1. (3 & 4 - Wire Permanent Connections) Follow the
manufacturer’sinstallationinstructionssuppliedwiththe
strain relief and install.
2. (3 & 4 - Wire Permanent Connections) Strip insulation
away from the ends of the permanent wiring for Line 1, Line
2, Neutral (also strip ground wire on 4-Wire Connections).
Tighten all 3 wire leads to the terminal block (Follow wire
locations shown in Fig. 14).
IMPORTANT NOTE: DO NOT LOOSENthe factory
installed nut connections which secure the range wiring to
the terminal block. Electrical failure or loss of electrical
connection may occur if these 3 nuts are loosened or
removed. NOTE: For 3-Wire Permanent Connections
skip Steps 3 & 4 and continue with Step 5.
3. (4-Wire Permanent Connection ONLY) Disconnect the
ground strap. Remove the factory installed ground screw &
plate to release the factory installed copper ground strap
from frame of the appliance. Cut and discard the copper
strap from the terminal block. KEEP the ground screw,
ground plate and go to Step 4.
4. (4-Wire Permanent Connection ONLY) Connect the
ground wire lead (Green) to the frame of the appliance
using the ground screw & plate as shown in Fig. 15. Be sure
to install using the same hole in the frame where the ground
screwwas originallyinstalled.
5. (3 & 4 - Wire Permanent Connections) Make sure all
connections are tightened securely and replace the rear
access cover (See Fig. 9).
Fig. 14
Fig. 15
5. CAREFULLY SLIDE RANGE INTO FINAL LOCATION.
Besuretoprovidealltheadequateclearancesanddimensions
shown in Figs. 1, 2 & 3 on Page 1 before moving range into
finallocation.
Carefully slide range into final position while inserting rear
leveling leg into and FULLY ENGAGING THE ANTI-TIP
BRACKET(See Fig.7).Make surethe powercordfolds into
the remaining open floor area behind the range Warmer or
storage drawer. Be sure to check the level of the range.

30" ELECTRIC RANGE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
(For 3 or 4 Wire, 60 Hz. Systems)
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