smeg 24 Inch Stainless Steel Freestanding Induction Range Installation Guide

smeg 24 Inch Stainless Steel Freestanding Induction Range

Product Information

Specifications

• Product dimensions: 9
• Compliance with safety standards: UL 858, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 61
• Proposition 65 Warning: May contain a chemical known to the State of California, which can cause cancer or reproductive harm

Important Safety Instructions
Failure to follow these instructions may result in fire, explosion, property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.

TIP OVER HAZARD
To ensure proper installation and prevent tip-over hazards:

1. Check if the anti-tip bracket is installed properly. Grasp the back edge of the range and carefully attempt to tilt it forward. The range should not tilt forward when properly installed.
2. Refer to the anti-tip bracket installation instructions supplied with your range for proper installation.

Appliance Handling Safety
Be cautious when reaching behind or under the appliance as hidden surfaces may have sharp edges.

Safety Codes and Standards
This appliance complies with UL 858 and CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 61 standards for household electric ranges.

Child Safety
Never leave children alone or unattended in the area where the appliance is in use. Teach children the proper, safe use of all appliances. Do not leave the oven door open when the range is unattended.

Do Not Attempt Repairs
Do not repair, replace, or remove any part of the appliance unless specifically recommended in the manuals. Improper installation, service, or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to the manual for guidance. All other servicing should be done by an authorized service provider.

Electric Safety
Before plugging the electrical cord into an outlet, ensure all appliance controls are in the OFF position.

Proposition 65 Warning
This product may contain a chemical known to the State of California that can cause cancer or reproductive harm. Check the packaging for the required warning label.

Related Equipment Safety
Ventilation Recommendations: Do not install the appliance with a ventilation system that blows air downward toward the burners. This may cause ignition and combustion problems, leading to personal injury or unintended operation.

High Altitude Installation
Information regarding high altitude installation is not provided in this extract. Please refer to the complete user manual for instructions.

FAQ

• Q: What should I do if the range tilts forward?
• A: Check if the anti-tip bracket is installed properly. Refer to the anti-tip bracket installation instructions supplied with your range for proper installation.
• Q: Can I repair or replace parts of the appliance myself?
• A: No, unless specifically recommended in the manuals. Improper installation, service, or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to the manual for guidance and contact an authorized service provider for any servicing needs.
• Q: Are there any specific safety precautions for high altitude installation?
• A: Information regarding high-altitude installation is not provided in this extract. Please refer to the complete user manual for instructions.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING
If the instructions contained in this manual are not followed precisely, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.

INSTALLATION AND SERVICE MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER.

IMPORTANT : SAVE FOR THE LOCAL INSPECTOR’S USE.

Important Notes to the Installer

• Read all instructions contained in these installation instructions before installing the range.
• Remove all packing material from the oven and the drawer compartments before connecting the electrical and gas supplies to the range.
• Observe all governing codes and ordinances. Be sure to leave these instructions with the consumer.

Important Note to the Customer

• Keep these instructions with your owner’s guide for future reference.

Definitions

• This manual contains important safety symbols and instructions. Please pay attention to these symbols and follow all instructions given.

WARNING
This symbol will help alert you to situations that may cause serious bodily harm, death or property damage.

CAUTION
This symbol will help alert you to situations that may cause injury or property damage.

TIP OVER HAZARD

WARNING: Tip Over Hazard

• A child or adult could tip the range over and be killed.
• Install the anti-tip device on the floor or wall as per the installation instructions.
• Engage the range with the anti-tip device as per the installation instructions.
• Ensure the anti-tip device is re-engaged when the range is moved.
• Do not operate the range without the anti-tip device in place and engaged.
• See installation instructions for details.
• Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious burns to children and adults.
• Check for proper installation and use of the anti-tip bracket. Carefully tip the range forward by pulling it from the back to ensure that the anti-tip bracket engages the range leg and prevents tip-over. The range should not move more than 1” (2.5cm).

To check if the anti-tip bracket is installed properly, use both arms and grasp the back edge of the range. Carefully attempt to tilt the range forward. When properly installed, the range should not tilt forward. Refer to the anti- tip bracket installation instructions supplied with your range for proper installation.

Appliance Handling Safety
Hidden surfaces may have sharp edges. Use caution when reaching behind or under the appliance.

• Wear gloves to avoid cutting fingers on sharp edges during installation.
• The unit is heavy and requires at least two persons or proper equipment to move it.
• Do not lift the appliance by the oven door handle. Remove the oven door for easier handling and installation.
• Do not use the oven for storage.

Safety Codes and Standards
This appliance complies with one or more of the following Standards: UL 858 – The Standard for the safety of Household Electric Ranges CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 61 Household Cooking Ranges

• It is the responsibility of the owner and the installer to determine whether additional requirements and/or standards apply to specific installations.
• The appliance must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, NFPA 70 latest edition or, in Canada, the Canadian Electric Code, CSA C22.1-02.
• Before installing the range in an area covered with linoleum or any other synthetic floor covering, make sure the floor covering can withstand heat at least 90°F above room temperature without shrinking, warping or discoloring. Do not install the range over carpeting unless you place an insulating pad or sheet of ¼” (10,16cm) thick plywood between the range and carpeting.
• Be sure your range is installed and grounded properly by a qualified installer or service technician.
• Make sure the wall coverings around the range can withstand the heat generated by the range.

WARNING
Never leave children alone or unattended in the area where an appliance is in use. As children grow, teach them the proper, safe use of all appliances. Never leave the oven door open when the range is unattended.

CAUTION
Stepping, leaning or sitting on the doors or drawers of this range can result in serious injuries and can also cause damage to the range.

• Do not store items of interest to children in the cabinets above the range. Children could be seriously burned if they climb on the range to reach items.
• Do not use the oven as a storage space. This creates a potentially hazardous situation.
• Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids near this or any other appliance. Explosions or fires could result.
• Never use your range for warming or heating the room. Prolonged use of the range without adequate ventilation can be dangerous.
• In the event of an electrical power outage, the surface burners can be lit manually. To light a surface burner, hold a lit match to the burner head and slowly turn the Surface Control knob to LITE. Use caution when lighting surface burners manually.
• THIS COOKTOP IS NOT REMOVABLE. Do not attempt to remove the cooktop.

WARNING
Do not repair, replace or remove any part of the appliance unless specifically recommended in the manuals. Improper installation, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to this manual for guidance. All other servicing should be done by an authorized service provider.

Electric Safety

WARNING
Before you plug the electrical cord into an outlet, make sure that all the appliance controls are in the OFF position.

• Personal injury or death from electrical shock may occur if the appliance is not installed by a qualified installer or electrician.
• Make sure your appliance is properly installed and grounded by a qualified electrician. Installation, electrical connections and grounding must comply with all applicable codes.
• Before installing, turn the power OFF at the service panel. Lock the service panel to prevent power from being turned ON accidentally.
• For appliances equipped with a cord and plug, do not cut or remove the ground prong. It must be plugged into a matching grounding-type receptacle to avoid electrical shock. If there is any doubt as to whether the wall receptacle is properly grounded, the customer should have it checked by a qualified electrician.
• Do not use an extension cord.
• Do not use an adapter.
• If required by the National Electrical Code (or Canadian Electrical Code), this appliance must be installed on a separate branch circuit.
• The circuit breaker should have a contact separation of at least 3 mm on all poles.
• INSTALLER show the owner the location of the circuit breaker or fuse. Mark it for easy reference.
• Refer to the rating label for more information.

Proposition 65 Warning:
This product may contain a chemical known to the State of California, which can cause cancer or reproductive harm. Therefore, the packaging of your product may bear the following label as required by California:

State of California Proposition 65

WARNING
Cancer or Reproductive Harm www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

Related Equipment Safety

• The appliance should only be used if installed by a qualified technician according to these installation instructions and all applicable regulations and codes. The manufacturer is not responsible for damages resulting from incorrect installation.
• Remove all tape and packaging before using the appliance. Dispose of the packaging after unpacking the appliance. Never allow children to play with packaging material.
• Never modify or alter the construction of the appliance. For example, do not remove levelling legs, panels, wire covers or anti-tip brackets/screws.
• To eliminate the risk of burns or fire by reaching over hot surface units, cabinet storage space located above the surface units should be avoided. If cabinet storage is to be provided, the risk can be reduced by installing a hood that projects horizontally a minimum of 5 inches (127 mm) beyond the bottom of the cabinet. Be sure cabinets above the cooktop are a maximum of 13″ (330 mm) deep.
• When installing a cooktop over a single oven, be sure to follow both the oven and cooktop installation manuals.

Ventilation Recommendations

• Do not obstruct air vents or heat vent openings.
• We strongly recommend the installation of a ventilation hood above this appliance. The hood must be installed according to the instructions provided with the hood.
• Do not obstruct the flow of combustion air at the oven vent nor around the base or beneath the lower front panel of the range. Avoid touching the vent openings or nearby surfaces as they may become hot while the oven is in operation. This range requires fresh air for proper burner combustion.
• Air curtains or other overhead range hoods, which operate by blowing air downwards onto a range, shall not be used in conjunction with gas ranges other than when the hood and range have been designed, tested and listed by an independent test laboratory for use in combination with each other.

CAUTION
The appliance should not be installed with a ventilation system that blows air downward toward the burners. This type of ventilation system may cause ignition and combustion problems with the gas cooking appliance and may result in personal injury or unintended operation.

High altitude installation

• This appliance can operate up to an altitude of 10,000 ft. (3048 m.) elevation above sea level. If desired, for altitudes above 2,000 ft (610 m) elevation above sea level, adjustments may be made.
• Burners should be checked at the lowest setting, if the flame is not stable, the simmer should be increased until the flame is stable. This can be done by adjusting the bypass screw in the valve. If flame performance is satisfactory, adjustment will not be required.
• It is required that a Certified Professional make the high altitude adjustments during installation.

WARNING
If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, fire or shock may result causing property damage or personal injury.

• Improper installation is not covered by the warranty.

How to read the user manual

This user manual uses the following reading conventions:

Installation

Information for the qualified technician: installation, operation and inspection.

• Safety instructions
• Information/Advice

Use instruction sequence

• Single-use instructions.

Product dimensions

Overall dimensions : Location of electrical connection point.

E = Electrical connection

1. Measurement M varies according to the model: the minimum is obtained without the rear spacers (see “Island installation”) and the maximum is obtained for traditional installation (slot-in installation – with the rear spacers).
2. Measurement N refers to the open door.

Cabinet clearances

Clearance L can have the following values:

• L = 24″ – 610 mm minimum when the bottom of wood or metal cabinet is protected by not less than 1/4-inch-thick flame-retardant millboard covered with not less than No. 28 MSG sheet steel, 0.015-inch-thick stainless steel, 0.024-inch-thick aluminium, or 0.020-inch-thick copper. Clearances from non-combustible materials are not part of the ANSI Z21.1 scope and are not certified by CSA. Clearances of less than 30” should be approved by the local codes and/or by the local authority having jurisdiction.
• L = 30” – 762 mm minimum clearance between the top of the cooking surface and the bottom of an unprotected wood or metal cabinet.
  1. min. clearance from the sides of the range to a side wall or other combustible material;
  2. min. cabinet opening width;
  3. upper cabinet to countertop;
  4. max. upper cabinet depth.

The side cabinet depth (clearance B) must match the front edge of the range side panel.

• **** The distance between the appliance and the rear wall below the worktop is zero.
• The distance between the appliance and the side cabinets below the worktop is zero.
• Any opening in the wall behind the appliance and in the floor under the appliance shall be sealed.

Location of the electric outlet

Island installation

If the appliance is installed as an island:

1. Unscrew the screws indicated.
2. Remove the spacers (A).
3. Insert the screws that were previously removed into their seats.

Keep a minimum clearance of 5 7/8″ (150 mm) between the appliance and the other furnishings or decorative elements according to the diagram below.

The side cabinet depth (clearance B) must match the front edge of the range side panel.

Unpacking, moving positioning the range

CAUTION
This unit is designed as a cooking appliance. For safety reasons, never use it for warming the room or as a space heater.

• It is recommended that the grates, the griddle plate and burner heads, burner caps, front kick panel and oven racks be removed to facilitate handling. This will reduce the weight for moving.

• When positioning the appliance during installation, do not use the door handle to lift or move this appliance.

• Remove the outer carton and packing material from the shipping base.

• Remove angle-mounting brackets from the range.

• Due to its weight, a dolly/forklift with soft rubber tread wheels should be used to move this unit. The weight must be supported uniformly across the bottom. The floor under the legs should be protected (wood, strips, carpet, panelling, etc.) before pushing the unit into position.

• The anti-tip device must be installed, and the electrical connection should be made before the range is placed in its final position.

• Legs should be installed near to where the appliance will be used as they are not secure for long transit. Keep the unit raised so that the legs can be screwed into their couplings, then lower the range gently to prevent the legs and mounting hardware from being subject to any undue strain. Instead of tilting the unit, it is recommended that a pallet or lift jack be used.

• After making the electrical connection, screw on the four feet supplied with the appliance.
  NOTE : First insert the front feet and then the rear ones.
  The appliance must sit level on the floor to ensure stability:

• Screw or unscrew the bottom part of the foot until the appliance is stable and level on the floor. The adjustment range of the screw is 1.18“(30 mm).

NOTE : This appliance must only use the specific levelling legs provided by the manufacturer.

Assembling the backyard

The backyard provided is an integral part of the product; it must be fastened to the appliance prior to installation. The backyard must always be positioned and secured correctly on the appliance.

1. Assembling the backyard. You can find the assembly instructions for the backyard in the instructions sheet provided.
2. Position the backyard above the top, taking care to align the holes.
3. Secure the backyard to the top by tightening the screws.
4. Once you have fixed the backyard to the appliance, you must insert the screws and spacers provided that are necessary for the slot-in installation.

Electrical connection

WARNING: Electrical shock hazard

• This appliance is equipped with a three-prong grounding plug for your protection against electric shock and should be plugged directly into a properly grounded receptacle. Do not cut or remove the grounding prong from this plug.
• The grounding prong must be plugged into a matching grounding-type receptacle and connected to a correctly polarized 120-volt circuit. If there is any doubt as to whether the wall receptacle is properly grounded, have it checked by a qualified electrician.
• Failure to do any of the above could result in a fire, personal injury or electrical shock.

CAUTION
Do not use multiple outlets, extension cords or adapters.

WARNING: Electrical shock hazard

• Disconnect the electrical supply before servicing the appliance
• It is the personal responsibility of the consumer to have the appropriate outlet or junction box with the correct, properly grounded wall receptacle installed by a qualified electrician. It is the responsibility and obligation of the consumer to contact a qualified installer to ensure that the electrical installation is suitable and in conformance with all local codes and ordinances.

This range is equipped with a factory-connected power cord. The cord must be connected to a grounded 120/240 volt or 120/208 volt outlet. If no outlet is available, have one installed by a qualified electrician.

See the rating plate for technical specifications. The rating plate is visibly located on the right side of the oven door frame.

This ID plate must never be removed.

Wall and floor attachment

WARNING: Electrical shock hazard

• Use extreme caution when drilling holes in the wall or floor. There may be concealed electrical wiring behind the wall or under the floor.
• Identify the location of the electrical circuits that could be affected by the installation of the anti-tip device, then turn off power to these circuits.
• Failure to follow these instructions may result in electrical shock or other personal injury.

WARNING
Visually check from the inside of the drawer that the wall/floor-mounted bracket is inserted into the appropriate lateral hook (left side).

CAUTION

• Contact a qualified installer or contractor to determine the proper method for drilling holes through the wall or floor material (such as ceramic tile, hardwood, etc.)
• Failure to follow these instructions may result in damage to wall or floor coverings.

Installing the anti-tip bracket

1. Ensure that the electrical connection is in the correct position.

2. Assemble the bracket.

3. Align the base of the hook of the bracket with the base on the slot of the rear wall fastening bracket. Align the base of the fastening bracket with the floor and tighten the screws to fix the measurements.

4. For wall mounting, go to steps 5, 6, 9 and 10. For floor mounting, to steps 7, 8, 9 and 10.
   NOTE : The wall attachment is recommended if the appliance is placed against a wall. Floor attachment is recommended in case of island installation.

5. Use the specified distance from the side of the appliance to the bracket holes.

6. Move the bracket to the wall and fix with the two washers and screws. A qualified technician must verify the suitability of the materials in accordance with the type and condition of the wall.

7. Use the following distances for the distance from the side of the appliance to the bracket holes.

8. After having positioned and levelled the appliance, move the bracket close to the rear of the appliance and anchor it to the floor using the two washers and screws. A qualified technician must verify the suitability of the materials in accordance with the type and condition of the floor.
   WARNING : The rear vent trim has 3/16” (5 mm) standoffs to keep the appliance slightly away from the back wall. Do not remove or tamper with standoffs due to potential temperature issues.

9. Push the cooker towards the wall, and at the same time, insert the bracket in the plate that is fastened to the rear of the appliance.

10. Check for proper installation and use of the anti-tip bracket. Carefully tip the range forward by pulling it from the back to ensure that the anti-tip bracket engages the range leg and prevents tip-over. The range should not move more than 1” (2.5cm).

Door removal
It is not necessary to remove the door in order to install the range but is an added convenience. Refer to the Use and Care Guide for the oven door removal instructions.

For the installer

• The plug must remain accessible after the installation is complete. Do not kink or trap the mains connection cable.
• The appliance must be fitted according to the installation diagrams.
• When satisfied with the appliance, please instruct the user on the correct method of operation.
• In case the appliance fails to operate correctly after all checks have been carried out, refer to the Authorized Assistance Center in your area.
• LEAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WITH APPLIANCE AFTER INSTALLATION IS COMPLETE.

References

• P65Warnings.ca.gov

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