GE JT3800SHSS Instruccion De Instalación

NOTE: If the cabinet does not have a front frame and the sides are less than ¾” (1.9 cm) thick, shim 

both sides equally to establish the cutout width.

27” (68.6 cm)

30” (76.2 cm)

30” (76.2 cm)

25” (63.5 cm) min.  

25

1

ø

4

” (64.1 cm) max.

28

1

ø

2

” (72.4 cm) min.  

28

5

ø

8

” (72.7 cm) max.

28

1

ø

2

” (72.4 cm) min.  

28

5

ø

8

” (72.7 cm) max.

49

11

ø

16

” (126.2 cm) min.

50

1

ø

8

” (127.3 cm) max.

51

13

ø

16

” (131.6 cm) min.  

51

15

ø

16

” (131.9 cm) max.

50 ¼” (127.64cm) 

1” (2.5 cm)

11

ø

16

” (1.75 cm)

11

ø

16

” (1.75 cm)

23” (58.4 cm) min.

23” (58.4 cm) min.

23” (58.4 cm) min.

1” (2.5 cm) min.

1” (2.5 cm) min. 

(1

1

ø

4

” (3.2 cm) for PT9550)

1” (2.5 cm) min. 

(1

1

ø

4

” (3.2 cm) for PT9550)

1” (2.5 cm) min.

1

1

ø

4

” (3.2 cm)

1

1

ø

4

” (3.2 cm)

8

3

ø

4

” (22.2 cm) max. 

right side only

9

1

ø

2

” (24.1 cm) max. 

right side only

9

1

ø

2

” (24.1 cm) max. 

right side only

44” (111.8 cm)

47” (119.4 cm)

47” (119.4 cm)

13

1

ø

4

” (33.7 cm)

12” (30.5 cm)

12” (30.5 cm)

NOTE: If the cabinet does not have a front frame and the sides are less than ¾” (1.9 cm) thick, shim 

both sides equally to establish the cutout width.

•

Save these instructions 

for local inspector’s use.

•

Observe all governing 

codes and ordinances.

•  Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these 

instructions with Consumer.

• Note to Consumer – Keep these instructions 

for future reference.

• Skill level – Installation of this appliance 

requires a qualified installer or electrician.

•   Proper installation is the responsibility  

of the installer. 

•   Product failure due to improper installation  

is not covered under Warranty.

•   Product is for indoor use only.

 Before beginning the installation, switch power off at the 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.
Be sure the oven is securely installed in a cabinet that is firmly attached to the house structure.  

Weight on the oven door could cause the oven to tip and result in injury. Never allow anyone to climb, sit, 

stand or hang on the oven door.
Make sure the wall coverings, counters and cabinets around the oven can withstand the heat  

(up to 200°F [93.3°C]) generated by the oven.

Call 1.800.GE.CARES (1.800.432.2737) or visit www.GEAppliances.com 

In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or visit www.GEAppliances.ca

MATERIALS YOU MAY NEED

Junction Box
Wire Nuts
Strain Relief Clamp for 1/2” Conduit
36” (91 cm) of String

TOOLS YOU MAY NEED

1/8” Drill Bit and Electric or Hand Drill
Phillips Screwdriver
Wire Strippers
7/16” Nut Driver
T20 Screwdriver (hinge bracket)
1/4” Nut Driver

Failure to remove packaging materials could result in damage to the appliance. Remove all packing 

parts from oven, racks and heating elements. Remove protective film and labels on the outer door 

and control panel. Also, remove plastic on trims and panel, all tape around the oven and any shipping 

screws securing the oven to the base pad. Open oven door and remove literature pack and oven 

racks. Remove the bottom trim from the top of the oven. It will be installed at the end of the installation 

process. The trim is wrapped separately and taped to the top of the unit. Remove pedestal rails from 

seperate box and set aside (30” Double Wall Ovens Only).

NOTE: If the cabinet does not have a solid bottom, two 

braces or runners must be installed to support the weight 

of the oven. For single ovens, the runners and braces 

must support 200 lbs (91 kg). For double ovens, the 

runners and braces must support 375 lbs. (170 kg).
NOTE: If marks, blemishes or the cutout opening are 

visible above the installed oven, it may be necessary to 

add wood shims under the runners and front trim until 

the marks or opening are covered.
NOTE: If the cabinet does not have a front frame and 

the sides are less than ¾” (1.9 cm) thick, shim both sides 

equally to establish the cutout width.

All electric wall ovens must be hard-wired (direct-wired) into an 

approved junction box. A plug and receptacle is NOT permitted on these products.

These ovens 

are not 

approved for 

stackable

installations.

Cutout – 

observe all 

dimensions and 

requirements.

Cutout – 

observe all 

dimensions and 

requirements.

2” (5.1 cm) Min.

30.5” (77.5 cm)  

30” models

27” (68.58 cm)  

27” models

Center Line

Center Line

Side-by-Side Installations

Install two ovens in separate cutouts.

Width 

27” (68.6 cm) 

30” (76.2 cm)

Width 

25” (63.5 cm) min. 

28

1

ø

2

” (72.4 cm) min. 

  

 

25

1

ø

4

” (64.1 cm) max. 

28

5

ø

8

” (72.7 cm) max.

Height 27

5

ø

8

” (70.2 cm) min. 

27

1

ø

4

” (69.2 cm) min. 

  

 

28

1

ø

8

” (71.4 cm) max. 

27

5

ø

16

” (69.4 cm) max.

Overlap of Oven Over  

1” (2.5 cm) 

11

ø

16

” (1.75 cm) 

to 

23” (58.4 cm) min. 

23” (58.4 cm) min. 

Overlap of Oven  

1” (2.5 cm) min. 

1” (2.5 cm) min. 

(1

1

ø

4

” (3.2 cm) for PT9050)

Overlap of Oven  

1” (2.5 cm) min. 

1

1

ø

4

” (3.2 cm) 

Junction Box Location  

8

3

ø

4

” (22.2 cm) max. 

9

1

ø

2

” (24.1 cm) max. 

 

 

  

right side only 

right side only

Suitable 
Bracing 
to Support 

CL

2" x 4" (5 cm x 10 cm) 

or Equivalent Runners Level 

with Bottom of Cutout

and Flush with Sides of Cutout

NOTE: These ovens are only approved to be installed under the specific models as labeled on the unit. 

Width 

25” (63.5 cm) min. 

28

1

ø

2

” (72.4 cm) min. 

  

 

25

1

ø

4

” (64.1 cm) max. 

28

5

ø

8

” (72.7 cm) max.

Height 27

5

ø

8

” (70.2 cm) min. 

27

1

ø

4

” (69.2 cm) min. 

  

 

28

1

ø

8

” (71.4 cm) max. 

27

5

ø

16

” (69.4 cm) max.

Unit Overlap Top 

1” (2.5 cm) 

1” (2.5 cm) 

  

 

 

(1

1

ø

4

” (3.2 cm) for PT9050)

Unit Overlap Bottom 

1” (2.5 cm) 

1

1

ø

4

” (3.2 cm)

Unit Overlap Side Edges 1” 

(2.5 

cm) 

11

ø

16

” (1.75 cm)

Junction Box Location  

8

3

ø

4

” (22.2 cm) max. 

9

1

ø

2

” (24.1 cm) max. 

 

 

 

right side only 

right side only

NOTE: One cooktop may be centered over either oven in 

the side-by-side installation.

Cutout – observe 

all dimensions and 

requirements.

2” (5.1 cm) Min.

30.5” (77.5 cm) 30” models

27” (68.58 cm) 27” models

Center Line

Center Line

Side-by-Side Installations

Install two ovens in separate cutouts.

Cooktop

Cutout – observe 

all dimensions and 

requirements.

NOTE: Install the oven only with specific models listed on the label located on top of the oven.
NOTE: Additional clearances between cutouts may be required. Check to be sure the oven supports 

above the Warming Drawer location do not obstruct the required interior depth and height.
When installing a Warming Drawer below a single or double oven, a separate 120V, 60 HZ, properly 

grounded receptacle must be installed. Refer to installation instructions packed with  

the Warming Drawer for specific installation requirements.

For double oven with microwave or Advantium upper ovens. Secure a wooden cleat to side of cabinet 

so that the upper oven can be secured to the cleat with provided screws 

•   No shims (or cleats) required when cabinet is in minimum 

width condition.

•   If cabinet is at maximum width condition, add wood 

shims to bring cabinet to minimum condition.

•   No shims (or cleats) required when cabinet is in minimum 

width condition.

•   If cabinet is at maximum width condition, fix the wood 

cleats as shown in illustration.

NOTE: If the cabinet does not have a front frame and the sides are less than ¾” (1.9 cm) thick, shim 

both sides equally to establish the cutout width.

SINGLE OVEN INSTALLATIONS
The single oven may be installed in a cabinet alone or above a warming drawer. The single oven may also 

be installed below a countertop or below specified cooktops. See the label on top of the oven for approved 

models.
DOUBLE OVEN INSTALLATIONS
A double oven may be installed in a cabinet alone or above a warming drawer. See the label on top of the 

oven for approved models.
IMPORTANT: Always refer to individual installation instructions packed with each product for specific 

requirements.

Junction

Box 

Location

(junction 

box may 

be located 

in adjacent 

cabinet)

22” (55.9 

cm) Min. to 

Bottom of 

Junction

Box

Cutout Depth

23-1/2”

(59.7 cm) Min.

Recommended

Cutout Location 

from Floor  

32-1/2” (82.6 cm)

Opening

Between Inside 

Walls Must be 

at Least 28-1/2” 

(72.4 cm) Wide

Junction

Box 

Location

(junction 

box may 

be located 

in adjacent 

cabinet)

Cutout Depth

23-1/2”

(59.7 cm) Min.

Note: Allow
1/4” (0.64 cm) 
clearances
from side 
edges of oven 
door.

A.  Place one pedestal rail on each cabinet runner or centered on opposite side of solid cabinet bottom 

flush with side of cabinet opening. Locate each rail so that front of rail is behind front cabinet 

opening.

B.  Drill pilot holes and attach rails to runner or bottom of cabinet with provided hardware.

27” (68.6 cm)

30” (76.2 cm)

25” (63.5 cm) min.  

25

1

ø

4

” (64.1 cm) max.

28

1

ø

2

” (72.4 cm) min.  

28

5

ø

8

” (72.7 cm) max.

41

1

ø

8

” (104.5 cm) min.

41

1

ø

4

” (104.8 cm) max.

42

3

ø

16

” (107.2 cm) min.  

42

1

ø

4

” (107.3 cm) max.

1” (2.5 cm)

11

ø

16

” (1.75 cm)

23” (58.4 cm) min.

23” (58.4 cm)

1” (2.5 cm) min.

1” (2.5 cm) min.

1” (2.5 cm) min.

1

1

ø

4

” (3.2 cm)

8

3

ø

4

” (22.2 cm) max. 

right side only

9

1

ø

2

” (24.1 cm) max. 

right side only

Cleat locations on 30” cabinet 

with maximum cutout condition

Wood Cleats

NOTE: Door removal is not a requirement for installation of the product but is an added convenience.
To remove the door:
A.  Open the oven door as far as it will go.
B.  Remove hinge bracket from front frame and set aside. The hinge bracket must 

be replaced for proper door functionality when door is reinstalled.

C.  Push both hinge locks down toward the door frame to the unlocked position. 

This may require a flat-blade screwdriver. DO NOT LIFT THE DOOR BY THE 

D. Place hands on both sides of the door and close the oven door to the removal 

position (approximately 1”–2” [2.5 cm–5.1 cm] from the closed position).

E. Lift the door up and out until the hinge arms clear the slots. 

NOTE: The oven door is very heavy. Be sure  

you have a firm grip before lifting the oven door off the hinges. Use caution 

once the door is removed. Do not lay the door on its handle.  

This could cause dents or scratches.

Hinge Slot

Hinge Arm

Hinge Unlocked Position

Hinge Clears Slot

Hinge Bracket

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