Determine need for filler panels
Filler panel construction
Cabinetry Modifications Suggestions
If the cabinets being used have an opening that is taller than the maximum dimensions indicated for the ovens, filler panels can be made to fill the gaps. Stock filler strips are usually available or for larger gaps order an extra drawer front. Drawer fronts are recommended because they will match the cabinetry and have finished edges. Any cut edges will be seen and should be finished.
Frameless cabinets usually come with a front panel covering the opening. For the optimum finished look, this panel can be removed and used to construct filler panels.
The oven support floor and supports should be installed at the required locations.
If there is a gap between the oven support floor and the bottom of the opening, a bottom filler panel should be constructed to fill the gap.
Measure from the oven support floor to the top of the opening. If the opening height is larger than the maximum cutout height, a filler panel should be constructed to fill the gap.
We suggest that the filler panel be constructed using
4 pieces:
• Appearance panel to match doors and drawers.
• A rail which will be covered by the oven overlaps and conceal any slight gap between the top or bottom of the oven and the start of the filler panel. The face of the rail should be made of finished matching material; the cut edges and ends do not need to be finished.
•Cleats which will be used to secure the filler panel and rail to the cabinet. One for each side.
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