C. Securing and Leveling 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 7.3). 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.
Figure 7.3 Proper Positioning, Leveling and Securing of a |
Appliance |
CAUTION |
Do NOT notch into the framing around the appliance spacers.
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