Whirlpool WGE555S0BW Installationsanweisungen

Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. 
Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed 
here.

Check that all parts are included.

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3 - 10-32 hex nuts (attached to terminal block)

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3 - Terminal lugs

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Oven racks

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2 - #12 x 1

⁵⁄₈" screws (for mounting anti-tip bracket)

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Anti-tip bracket (taped inside upper oven with package 
containing literature)

Anti-tip bracket must be securely mounted to back wall or floor. 
Thickness of floor may require longer screws to anchor bracket 
to subfloor. Longer screws are available from your local 
hardware store.

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A UL listed power supply cord kit marked for use with ranges. 
The cord should be rated at 250 volts minimum, 40 amps or 
50 amps that is marked for use with nominal 1

³⁄₈" (3.5 cm) 

diameter connection opening and must end in ring terminals or 
open-end spade terminals with upturned ends.

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A UL listed strain relief.

Check local codes. Check existing electrical supply. See “Electrical 
Requirements” section.
It is recommended that all electrical connections be made by a 
licensed, qualified electrical installer.

IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.

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It is the installer’s responsibility to comply with installation 
clearances specified on the model/serial rating plate. The 
model/serial rating plate is located behind the control panel.

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To eliminate the risk of burns or fire by reaching over heated 
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 range hood that projects 
horizontally a minimum of 5" (12.7 cm) beyond the bottom of 
the cabinets.

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Cabinet opening dimensions that are shown must be used. 
Given dimensions are minimum clearances.

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The floor anti-tip bracket must be installed. To install the anti-tip 
bracket shipped with the range, see “Install Anti-Tip Bracket” 
section.

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Grounded electrical supply is required. See “Electrical 
Requirements” section.

IMPORTANT: 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 range 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).

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 
Safety, Title 24, HUD Part 280). When such standard is not 
applicable, the Standard for Manufactured Home Installations, 
ANSI A225.1/NFPA 501A or with local codes.
Mobile home installations require:

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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.

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Four-wire power supply cord or cable must be used in a mobile 
home installation. The appliance wiring will need to be revised. 
See “Electrical Connection” section.

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Tape measure

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Level

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Phillips screwdriver

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Flat-blade screwdriver

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Wrench or pliers

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³⁄₈" nut driver

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Hand or electric drill

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¹⁄₈" (3.2 mm) drill bit