Amana AEZ8581 Install The Cooktop, Test The Unit, Make Electrical Connection, Model AEZ8590

4. INSTALL THE COOKTOP

•Place the unit in the cutout.

•Remove screws from bottom of cooktop and install brackets to the bottom of the unit.

•Secure the cooktop to the countertop by tightening the adjusting screws until finger tight. DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN.

CAUTION

Do not over-tighten the hold down adjusting screw. Damage

to the glass cooktop will occur if excessive pressure is used.

Secure the unit to the countertop using only the hold down

bracket and adjusting screw provided, do not use any other

means to secure the unit.

NOTE: Foam tape is supplied with the unit. If desired, apply the foam tape around the bottom outside edge of the glass before installing unit.

foam tape

adjusting screws

5. MAKE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

•Check that the power supply is OFF.

•Make electrical connection to the unit.

•Consult local codes for proper power hookup.

•The supply voltage may be varied according to the rating plate (located on the bottom of the unit).

CAUTION

Do not use the junction box for additional wiring connections.

Do not remove the center terminal ground wire from the unit.

WARNING

Turn off power supply when making electrical connections.

Model AEZ8590 (8581)

A two-wire, single phase, A.C. 120/240 volt (120 volt for Model AEZ8581) 60 cycle electrical system (properly circuit protected to meet Local Codes of ANSI/NFPA No. 70) must be provided. Unit must be properly grounded in accordance with local wiring code. The supply ground wire should be connected to the green grounding screw on the power block grounding tab. There is no neutral wire on the AEZ8590. Recommended minimum wire size is 12 AWG.

Model AEZ8590	Model AEZ8581
(240 Volt, 13.3 Amps)	(120 Volt, 20 Amps)
Red	White/Neutral
Ground	Ground
Black	Black

This unit is supplied with an electrical junction box on a 48" long, 1/2" (1.3 cm) I.D. flexible conduit. The junction box is designed to be attached to a solid mounting surface in the area below the cooktop. Connect all supply wires to the power block with approved connectors. Bare wires can be attached using the supplied bare wire adapter lugs. All connections should be torqued to 20 in-lb.

6. TEST THE UNIT

•Restore the power supply and test to insure control knobs operate all elements properly.

Marine and RV Installation

Utensil Retention Device:

This unit does not include sea rails or other devices to stabilize or secure cooking pots or utensils. Pot retention devices must be used to secure items to the cooktop.

CAUTION

Cookware retention devices must be installed and used

properly to minimize the potential for spills and burns.

Extreme caution should be exercised when cooking in a

moving boat or vehicle.

Marine Wiring:

In marine applications, ABYC 826, E-11, AC&DC Electrical Systems, should govern cooktop installation.

You must provide an adequate electrical supply system as required for your cooktop. All wire connections must be in accordance with local codes and properly insulated. Check with local utility for governing electrical codes and ordinances. In the absence of local electrical codes, the National Electrical Code (NEC), ANSI/NFPA No. 70-latest edition, governing electric range installations must be followed. A copy of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-latest edition can be obtained by writing to:

National Fire Protection Association

Batterymarch Park

Quincy, MA 02269

IMPORTANT: The installation of a cooktop designed for mobile home installation must conform with 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) or, when such standard is not applicable, the Standard for Manufactured Home Installations ANSI A225.1/NFPA501A, or with local codes. In Canada the range must be installed in accordance with the current CSA Standard C22.1 - Canadian Electrical Code Part1.

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