7 Appliance Preparation

A.Securing and Leveling the Appliance

WARNING

Fire Risk.

Prevent contact with sagging, loose insulation.

Do NOT install against combustible

materials such as exposed insulation, plastic and insulation backer.

CAUTION

Sharp Edges

Wear protective gloves and safety glasses dur- ing installation.

The diagram shows how to properly position, level, and secure the appliance (see Figure 7.1). Nailing tabs are pro- vided to secure the appliance to the framing members.

Place the appliance into position.

Level the appliance from side to side and front to back.

Shim the appliance as necessary. It is acceptable to use wood shims.

Bend out nailing tabs on each side.

Keep nailing tabs flush with the framing.

Secure the appliance to the framing by using nails or screws through the nailing tabs. Holes are provided in the basepan (inside the hearth) for securing to the floor.

NAILING TABS

(BOTH SIDES)

Figure 7.1 Proper Positioning, Leveling and

Securing of a Appliance

WARNING

Fire Risk.

ALWAYS maintain specified clearances around the appliance.

Do NOT notch into the framing around the appliance spacers. Failure to keep insulation, framing or other material away from the appliance may cause fire.

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