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.
The diagram shows how to properly position, level, and secure the appliance (see Figure 7.1). Holes are provided to secure the appliance to the framing members with screws.
•Horizontal venting - refer to Vent Clearances and Framing (Section 6) for hole location.
•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.
•Secure the appliance to the framing by using nails or screws through the holes in the base plate of the appliance.
SCREW HOLES PROVIDED FOR SECURING
Figure 7.1 Proper positioning, leveling and securing of an 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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