Safety distances
Safety distances to the sides and back of the hob
Ideally the hob should be installed with plenty of space on either side. There may be a wall at the rear or a tall unit or wall on one side (right or left) (see illustrations).
Minimum distance of 50 mm between the back of the worktop
Minimum distance of 50 mm between the worktop cutout and a wall or tall unit to the right of it.
Minimum distance of 50 mm between the worktop cutout and a wall or tall unit to the left of it.
Not allowed
Recommended
Not recommended
Not recommended
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