Vertical Clearance

Installation

Electronic Radiant Cooktop

Five inches (5″) minimum vertical clearance between the cooktop bottom and any combustible surfaces.

5"Min. Vertical Clearance

Cutout Dimensions of the Countertop

To insure accuracy, it is best to make a template when cutting the opening in the counter. Make sure there is clearance inside the cabinet before cutting the countertop.

19 1/8" width of cut

 

33 7/8"

1 3/4" Min.

length of

cut

Between cutout

 

and the wall behind

 

the cooktop

 

2 1/2" Min.

from front edge

of cutout

and front edge of countertop

Wall

Coverings,

Countertop

& Cabinets

Make sure the wall coverings, countertop and cabinets around the cooktop can withstand heat (up to 200°F) generated by the cooktop.

Wall covering, cabinets and countertop must withstand heat up to 200°F.

Installing the Junction Box

Install an approved junction box where it can be easily reached through the front of the cabinet where the cooktop will be located. The cooktop conduit is 3 feet long.

IMPORTANT: The junction box must be located where it will allow

! considerable slack in the conduit for serviceability.

16"

Min.

Install junction box

so that it can be reached

through the front of

the cabinet.

Protect

Surface of

Cooktop

Place a towel or tablecloth onto the countertop. Lay the cooktop upside down onto the protected surface.

Bottom of cooktop

Cloth under Cooktop

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GE ZEU36R Vertical Clearance, Cutout Dimensions of the Countertop, Wall Coverings Countertop Cabinets

ZEU36R specifications

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