GE P2B940SEFSS Installation Instruction

„  Gas line shut-off valve

„  Pipe joint sealant or UL-approved pipe thread 

tape with Teflon* that resists action of natural 

and LP 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.

„  Squeeze Connector 

(For Conduit Installations Only)

„  (UL Listed 40 AMP) 

4-Wire Cord 4’ long OR 

3-Wire Cord 4’ long

*Teflon: Registered trademark of DuPont

Flat-blade 

screwdriver

Pipe wrenches (2)

(one for backup)

Phillips 

screwdriver

Drill with 1/8” Bit

Tin Snips

Tape Measure

Open-end or  

adjustable wrench

Safety Glasses

Pliers

1/4” Nut Driver

Pencil and ruler

Level

Drill, awl or nail

„  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.

   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

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qualified LP 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.

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.

To cabinets 

below cooktop 

and at the 

range back

Minimum to 

cabinets on 

either side  

of the range

30”

30” 

Minimum

13”

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”

3” 

Minimum 

clearance  

to left wall

0”

18” 

47 5/8"

29 1/2"

w/ handle

27 3/4"

w/o handle

30"

36 1/4" ± 1/4

11 1/4"

Orifice Box 

(location 

may vary) 

LP Orifice Spud Holder 

(some models)

Recommended area 

for through-the-floor 

connection of pipe  

stub and shut-off valve.

If the countertop has a 

raised edge, shave the 

raised edge to clear 

the control panel as 

shown below.

Recommended area 

for through-the-Wall 

connection of pipe stub 

and shut-off valve.

Recommended acceptable 

electrical outlet area. Orient 

the electrical receptacle so the 

length is parallel to the floor.