1. Measure Your Space
Measure the height, width and depth of the refrigerator cutout space in your kitchen.
(add 1" on each side for air circulation)
D: back to front(add 2" for door handle)
H: top to bottomMeasure the clearance of doorways, hallways and other points of entry that will be used to deliver your new refrigerator.
2. What's your connection? Gas or electric?
Electric
Available with traditional coil heating elements or ceramic glass cooktops.
Benefits: Cooking elements provide consistent, even heat. Oven heats evenly and quickly. Ceramic cooktops are easy to clean.
Requirements: Connect to electric for cooktop, oven, clock and lights. Ceramic cooktops need special cleaners - available through the manufacturer.
Look For: Hot surface indicators for added safety. Convection fan to circulate oven air for shorter baking times.
Gas
Most gas ranges can be connected to a natural gas or propane line.
Benefits: Visible flame provides precise control over a wide range of temperature settings. Burners retain little heat when turned off - so cooking stops almost immediately.
Requirements: Connect to gas line for cooktop and oven and to electric for clock and oven lights.
Look For: Electronic ignition to light burners instantly. Sealed burners for easy cleanup.
3. Evaluate the Features
Here are some features that you may want in your new range:
Ceramic Glass Electric Burners: smooth, easy-to-clean surface provides great cooking performance.
High-Output Gas Burners: generates additional heat for large cooking jobs or quick boiling.
Self-Cleaning Oven: the added insulation makes it more energy efficient.
4. Pick a Color and Finish
Most models are available in several colors: black, silver, bisque, stainless steel and white.
5. Choose Your Accessories
Add a stack of cooking accessories to your plate.
Installation Kit: Install your range and get cooking.
Cooking Tools: Build the perfect meal.
Cleaners & Deodorizers: Cleaning products made especially for your appliance.
Other
Confirm that electrical output is sufficient for the location of your new range.
- Check the Use and Care Guide for specific electrical requirements
- Check installation instructions for exact measurements
Decide how you will dispose of your old range, if necessary.
- Some retailers offer removal of your old range with delivery of your new one.
- Ranges in good condition may be donated to a local charity
Contact a licensed professional for installation. New installations may require significant carpentry, electrical and plumbing skills.
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