Whirlpool WFG371LVQ2, Installation Instructions Manual

Page 1: ... Tip Bracket 8 Make Gas Connection 9 Verify Anti Tip Bracket Location 10 Level Range 11 Electronic Ignition System 11 Replace Oven Racks and Warming Drawer 12 Storage Drawer 13 Complete Installation 13 GAS CONVERSIONS 14 LP Gas Conversion 14 Natural Gas Conversion 16 ANTI TIP BRACKET TEMPLATE 19 iMPORTANT Save for local inspector s use Installer Leave installation instructions with the homeowner H...

Page 2: ...s are not followed WARNING If the information in this manual is not followed exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage personal injury or death Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electrical switch Do not use any phone in ...

Page 3: ...ed by the State of Massachusetts If using a ball valve it shall be a T handle type A flexible gas connector when used must not exceed 3 feet Tip Over Hazard A child or adult can tip the range and be killed Connect anti tip bracket to rear range foot Reconnect the anti tip bracket if the range is moved Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious burns to children and adults ...

Page 4: ...nings in the wall or floor where range is to be installed must be sealed Do not seal the range to the side cabinets Cabinet opening dimensions that are shown must be used Given dimensions are minimum clearances The floor anti tip bracket must be installed To install the anti tip bracket shipped with the range see Install Anti Tip Bracket section Grounded electrical supply is required See Electrica...

Page 5: ...e hood combination installation instructions for dimensional clearances above the cooktop surface J x A 18 45 7 cm upper side cabinet to countertop B 13 33 cm max upper cabinet depth C 30 76 2 cm min opening width D For minimum clearance to top of cooktop see NOTE E 30 76 5 cm min opening width F This shaded area recommended for installation of rigid gas pipe G 8 20 3 cm H Grounded outlet I 17 43 ...

Page 6: ...he range is not grounded no keypads will operate Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the metal chassis of the range is grounded Explosion Hazard Use a new CSA international approved gas supply line install a shut off valve Securely tighten all gas connections if connected to LP have a qualified person make sure gas pressure does not exceed 14 36 cm water column Exa...

Page 7: ... position C To range Gas Pressure Regulator The gas pressure regulator supplied with this range must be used The inlet pressure to the regulator should be as follows for proper operation Natural gas Minimum pressure 5 WCP Maximum pressure 14 WCP LP gas Minimum pressure 11 WCP Maximum pressure 14 WCP Contact local gas supplier if you are not sure about the inlet pressure Burner Input Requirements I...

Page 8: ... front and rear leveling legs one half turn A B C Tip Over Hazard A child or adult can tip the range and be killed Connect anti tip bracket to rear range foot Reconnect the anti tip bracket if the range is moved Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious burns to children and adults Contact a qualified floor covering installer for the best procedure for drilling mounting h...

Page 9: ... the following installation instructions Explosion Hazard Use a new CSA International approved gas supply line Install a shut off valve Securely tighten all gas connections if connected to LP have a qualified person make sure gas pressure does not exceed 14 36 cm water column Examples of a qualified person include licensed heating personnel authorized gas company personnel and authorized service p...

Page 10: ...d grates from parts package Burner caps should be level when properly positioned If burner caps are not properly positioned surface burners will not light Place burner grates over burners and caps B J A Burner base B Burner cap C Burner grate Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet Do not remove ground prong Do not use an adapter Do not use an extension cord Failure to follow t...

Page 11: ...ob is turned to LITE When the oven control is turned to the desired setting sparking occurs and ignites the gas Check Operation of Cooktop Burners Standard Surface Burners Push in and turn each control knob to the LITE position The flame should light within 4 seconds The first time a burner is lit it may take longer than 4 seconds to light because of air in the gas line If burners do not light pro...

Page 12: ... to be adjusted locate the air shutter near the center rear of the range Loosen the locking screw and rotate the air shutter until the proper flame appears Tighten locking screw Check Operation of Oven Broil Burner 1 Close the oven door 2 Press the BROIL pad 3 Press the START pad The oven burner should light within 8 seconds Under certain conditions it may take the burner up to 50 to 60 seconds to...

Page 13: ...storage drawer a slight push may be needed to move the drawer stop notch past the drawer glides Co np 1 Check that all parts are now installed If there is an extra part go back through the steps to see which step was skipped 2 Check that you have all of your tools 3 Dispose of recycle all packaging materials 4 Check that the range is level See Level Range 5 Use a mild solution of liquid household ...

Page 14: ...rage drawer or warming drawer See Replace Oven Racks and Warming Drawer section 2 Locate gas pressure regulator at rear of storage or warming drawer compartment NOTE On models with a warming drawer an access cover must be removed to access the gas pressure regulator A A Gas pressure regulator 3 4 B IMPORTANT Do not remove the gas pressure regulator Remove plastic cover from gas pressure regulator ...

Page 15: ...ud holder 6 Replace the burner base using both screws 7 Replace burner cap 8 Repeat steps 1 7 for the remaining burners To Convert Oven Bake Burner 1 Remove oven racks 2 Use a 1 2 combination wrench to turn the orifice hood down snug onto pin about 2 to 21 2turns IMPORTANT Do not overtighten The oven bake burner flame cannot be properly adjusted if this conversion is not made See Adjust Oven Bake ...

Page 16: ...on B A _ C A Torange B Manual shutoff valve closed position C Gas supply fine 2 Unplug range or disconnect power To Convert Gas Pressure Regulator 1 Remove storage drawer or warming drawer See Replace Oven Racks and Warming Drawer section 2 Locate gas pressure regulator at rear of storage or warming drawer compartment NOTE On models with a warming drawer an access cover must be removed to access t...

Page 17: ... N185 12 000 12 500 BTU Red Yellow 1 80 mm N180 9 500 BTU Red Brown 1 55 mm N155 8 000 BTU Red White 1 40 mm N140 5 000 BTU Red Brass 1 10 mm Nl10 NOTE Refer to the Model Number and Serial Number Plate located on the oven frame behind the top left side of the oven door for proper sizing of spuds for each burner location 5 Place LP gas orifice spuds in plastic parts bag for future use and keep with...

Page 18: ...ke Gas Connection section for properly connecting the range to the gas supply 2 Refer to the Electronic Ignition System section for proper burner ignition operation and burner flame adjustments IMPORTANT You may have to adjust the LO setting for each cooktop burner Checking for proper cooktop bake and broil burner flame is very important Natural gas flames do not have yellow tips 3 Refer to Comple...

Page 19: ... TIPBRACKET TEMPLATE Cut on dotted lines and place the left edge against the left side cabinet and the top edge against the rear wall Top edge J Use this template to anchor the left rear leg of range _4 19 ...

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