GE PGB960 Installation Instruction

Provide adequate clearances between the 

range and adjacent combustible surfaces. These 

dimensions must be met for safe use of your 

range. 
Allow 30” (76.2 cm) minimum clearance between 

burners and bottom of unprotected wood or 

metal cabinet, or allow a 24” (61 cm) minimum 

when bottom of wood or metal cabinet is 

protected by no less than 1/4” (6.4 mm) thick 

flame-retardant millboard covered with no less 

than No. 28 MSG sheet metal (.015” [.38 mm] 

thick), .015” (.38 mm) thick stainless steel, .025” 

(0.64 mm) aluminum or .020” (0.5 mm) copper.
Installation of a listed microwave oven or 

cooking appliance over the cooktop shall 

conform to the installation instructions packed 

with that appliance.
For island installation, maintain 2-1/2” minimum 

from cutout to back edge of countertop and 

3” minimum from cutout to side edges of 

countertop.

„  Gas line shut-off valve

„  Pipe joint sealant or UL-approved pipe thread 

tape with Teflon* that resists action of natural 

and propane gases

„  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.

„  Flare union adapter for connection to gas 

supply line (3/4” or 1/2” NPT x 1/2” I.D.)

„  Flare union adapter for connection to pressure 

regulator on range (1/2” NPT x 1/2” I.D.)

„  Liquid leak detector or soapy water.

*Teflon: Registered trademark of DuPont

Flat-blade 

screwdriver

Pipe wrenches (2)

(one for backup)

Phillips 

screwdriver

Open-end or  

adjustable wrench

Pencil and ruler

Level

Drill, awl or nail

To cabinets 

below cooktop 

and at the 

range back

Minimum to 

cabinets on 

either side  

of the range

30”

30” 

Minimum

15”

6” 

Minimum 

clearance to 

right wall

Maximum 

depth for 

cabinets above 

countertops

Front edge 

of the range 

side panel 

forward from 

cabinet

0” 

To cabinets 

below cooktop 

and at the 

range back

1/4”

6” 

Minimum 

clearance  

to left wall

0”

Pressure 

regulator

Gas Flow into Range

Gas Flow into Range

Flex 

connector 

(6 ft. max.)

Adapter

1/2” or 3/4”  

Gas pipe

Adapter

Gas  

shut-off  

valve

Pressure  

regulator

Elbow

Elbow

Nipple

Union

Nipple

Gas  

shut-off  

valve

1/2” or 3/4”

Gas pipe

„  This product must be installed by a licensed 

plumber or gas fitter.

„   When using ball type gas shut-off valves, they 

shall be the T-handle type.

„   A flexible gas connector, when used, must not 

exceed 3 feet.

 Save these instructions for 

local inspector’s use.

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Observe all governing 

codes and ordinances.

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Remove all packing 

material and literature from oven before 

connecting gas and electrical supply to range.

 

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To avoid damage to your 

cabinets, check with your builder or cabinet 

supplier to make sure that the materials used will 

not discolor, delaminate or sustain other damage. 

This oven has been designed in accordance with 

the requirements of UL and CSA International 

and complies with the maximum allowable wood 

cabinet temperatures of 194°F (90°C).
Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these 

instructions with consumer.
Note to consumer – Keep these instructions for 

future reference.
Servicer – The electrical diagram is in an 

envelope attached to the back of the range.
Proper installation is the responsibility of the 

installer. 

Product failure due to improper installation is not 

covered under warranty.
Before installing your range on linoleum or any 

other synthetic floor covering, make sure the 

floor covering can withstand 180°F without 

shrinking, warping or discoloring. Do not install 

the range over carpeting unless a sheet of 1/4” 

thick plywood or similar insulator is placed 

between the range and carpeting.
Mobile Home - Additional Installation 

Requirements
The installation of this range must conform to 

the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety 

Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 (formerly the 

Federal Standard for Mobile Home Construction 

and Saftey, Title 24, HUD Part 280). When such 

standard is not applicable, use the Standard for 

Manufactured Home Installations, ANSI A225.1/

NFPA 501A or with local codes.
In Canada, the installation of this range must 

conform with the current standards CAN/CSA-

A240-latest edition, or with local codes.
When this range is installed in a mobile home, it 

must be secured to the floor during transit. Any 

method of securing the range is adequate as 

long as it conforms to the standards listed above.

If the information in this manual is not followed 

exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing 

property damage, personal injury or death.
Installation must be performed by a qualified 

installer.
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
Installation of this range must conform with 

local codes, or in the absence of local codes, 

with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/

NFPA.54, latest edition. In Canada, installation 

must conform with the current Natural Gas 

Installation Code, CAN/CGA-B149.1 or the current 

Propane Installation Code, CAN/CGA-B149.2, and 

with local codes where applicable. This range 

has been design-certified by CSA International 

according to ANSI Z21.1, latest edition and 

Canadian Gas Association according to CAN/

CGA-1.1 latest edition.

When installing a gas appliance the use of old 

flexible connectors can cause gas leaks and 

personal injury. Always use a NEW flexible 

connector.
Leak testing of the appliance shall be conducted 

according to the manufacturer instructions.
The range must be electrically grounded in 

accordance with local codes or, in the absence 

of local codes, in accordance with the National 

Electrical Code (ANSI/NFPA 70, latest edition). 

In Canada, electrical grounding must be in 

accordance with the current CSA C22.1 Canadian 

Electrical Code Part 1 and/or local codes. See 

Electrical Connections in this section.
Do not install this product with an air curtain 

hood or other range hood that operates by 

blowing air down on the cooktop.  This airflow 

may interfere with operation of the gas burners 

resulting in fire or explosion hazard.

You must use the gas pressure regulator supplied 

with this range. For proper operations the inlet 

pressure to the regulator should be as follows:
  

  Minimum pressure: 6” of Water Column

  Maximum pressure: 13” of Water Column
  

  Minimum pressure: 11” of Water Column

  Maximum pressure: 13” of Water Column
If you are not sure about the inlet pressure 

contact local gas supplier.
Shut off the main gas supply valve before 

appliances when you turn the gas back on.
Because hard piping restricts movement of 

the range, the use of a CSA International-

certified flexible metal appliance connector is 

recommended unless local codes require a hard-

piped connection. 
If the hard piping method is used, you must 

carefully align the pipe; the range cannot be 

moved after the connection is made.

To prevent gas leaks, put pipe joint compound on, 

or wrap pipe thread tape with Teflon* around, all 

male (external) pipe threads. 
A.   Install a manual shut-off valve in the gas line 

in an easily accessed location outside of the 

range. Make sure everyone operating the 

range knows where and how to shut off the 

gas supply to the range.

B.   Install male 1/2” flare union adapter to the 1/2” 

NPT internal thread at inlet of regulator. Use a 

backup wrench on the regulator fitting to avoid 

damage.

C.   Install male 1/2” or 3/4” flare union adapter to 

the NPT internal thread of the manual shut-off 

valve, taking care to back-up the shut-off valve 

to keep it from turning.

D.   Connect flexible metal appliance connector 

to the adapter on the range. Position range to 

permit connection at the shut-off valve.

E.   When all connections have been made, make 

sure all range controls are in the off position 

and turn on the main gas supply valve. 

Use a liquid leak detector at all joints and 

connections to check for leaks in the system.

When using pressures greater than 1/2 psig 

to pressure test the gas supply system of the 

residence, disconnect the range and individual 

shut-off valve from the gas supply piping. When 

using pressures of 1/2 psig or less to pressure 

test the gas supply system, simply isolate the 

range from the gas supply system by closing the 

individual shut-off valve.
When checking for proper operation of the 

regulator, the inlet pressure must be at least 1” 

greater than the operating (manifold) pressure as 

given on rating label of product. 

*Teflon: Registered trademark of DuPont

appliance must be properly grounded. Failure to 
do so can result in electric shock.
Electrical Requirements - 120-volt, 60 Hertz, 

properly grounded dedicated circuit protected by a 

15-amp or 20-amp circuit breaker or time delay fuse.
Note: Use of automatic, wireless, or wired external 

switches that shut off power to the appliance are 

not recommended for this product.
Grounding

The power cord of this appliance is equipped with 

a three-prong (grounding) plug which plugs into a 

standard three-prong grounding wall receptacle 

to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard 

from this appliance.
The customer should have the wall receptacle 

and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to 

make sure the receptacle is properly grounded.

Where a standard two-prong wall receptacle is 

encountered, it is the personal responsibility and 

obligation of the customer to have it replaced with 

a properly grounded three-prong wall receptacle.
DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, CUT OR 

DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD.
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCI’s) are 

not required or recommended for gas range 

receptacles. Performance of the range will not be 

affected if operated on a GFCI-protected circuit 

but occasional nuisance tripping of the GFCI 

breaker is possible.

   Before beginning 

the installation, switch power off at 
service panel and lock the service 
disconnecting means to prevent power 
from being switched on accidentally. 
When the service disconnecting means 
cannot be locked, securely fasten a 
prominent warning device, such as a 
tag, to the service panel.

If you did not receive an anti-tip bracket with your 

purchase, call 1.800.626.8774 to receive one at no 

cost. (In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344.) For installation 

instructions of the bracket, visit: www.GEAppliances.com. 

(In Canada, www.GEAppliances.ca.)

Anti-Tip Bracket 

Kit Included

18” 

Ensure proper 
ground exists 
before use

43 1/2"

26 3/4"

w/o handle

30"

36 1/4" ± 1/4

11 1/4"

29 1/4"

w/ handle

Push and turn knob to LITE position. You will hear 

a clicking sound indicating proper operation of 

the spark module. Once the air has been purged 

from the supply lines, burners should light within 

4 seconds. After burner lights, rotate knob out of 

the LITE position. Try each burner in succession 

until all burners have been checked.
Quality of Flames
The flame quality of the burners needs to be 

determined visually.
If burner flames look like (A), call for service. 

depending on the type of gas you use
With propane gas, some yellow tipping on outer 

cones is normal.

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Normal for natural gas

(B) Yellow tips on outer 
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Call for service

Make sure all controls are left in the off position. 

Make sure the flow of combustion and ventilation 

air to the range is unobstructed.

Check that all packing materials and tape have 

been removed. This will include tape on metal 

panel under control knobs (if applicable), adhesive 

tape, wire ties, cardboard and protective plastic. 

Failure to remove these materials could result in 

damage to the appliance once the appliance has 

been turned on and surfaces have heated.

Follow instructions supplied with ANTI-TIP bracket

Anti-Tip Bracket 

Kit Included

qualified propane gas installer.
The conversion orifices and instructions can be 

found on back of the range.
Keep these instructions and all orifices in case 

you want to convert back to natural gas.

Orifice Box 

(location 

may vary) 

Recommended area for 

120V outlet on rear wall and 

area for through-the-wall 

connection of pipe stub and 

shut-off valve.

Recommended area 

for through-the-floor 

connection of pipe stub 

and shut-off valve.

A.  Burners - Place surface burners into 

corresponding positions on cooktop.

B.  Caps - Place caps on proper size burner..
C.  Grates - The left and right grates are 

interchangeable. Place the grates on the 

cooktop.

or

Front right burner 

Electrode

Electrode

Hole

Cap

Burner

Cap

leveling leg as the range will not be secured to 
the anti-tip device properly.
A.  Plug in the unit.
B.  Measure the height of your countertop at the 

rear of the opening (X).

C.  Adjust two rear leveling legs so that the rear of 

cooktop is at the same height or higher than the 

counter (Y).

D.  Slide unit into place.
E.  Install oven shelves in the oven and position the 

range where it will be installed.

F.  Check for levelness by placing a spirit level on 

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the level placed diagonally first in one direction 

and then the other.

G.  Adjust front leveling legs until the range is level.
H.  Look under the unit and verify that the rear leg 

is fully engaged with the anti-tip device.  If not, 

remove the unit and adjust the height of the 

rear leg so that it is properly engaged.

Spirit level

X

Y

NOTE: Cooktop must be at 

or above counter.

Grate

Cooktop

Counter

Over 6000ft, product configured for natural 

gas or propane requires installation of kit 

WB49X2541. Follow the instructions included 

with the kit.

Left

Grate

Right

Grate

Center 

Grate or Griddle

„  Set Bake function to 350°F. Burner should 

„  Check broil burner using the same method as