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 5/8" width of cut
| 28 1/2" |
1 3/4" Min. | length |
Between cutout | of cut |
rear edge and the |
|
wall behind the cooktop |
|
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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