Thermador CD456, CGX456, CGX304, CGX365, CD365 Installing the Cooktop in Solid Surface Countertops

CABINET CONSIDERATIONS AND COUNTERTOP CUTOUT

1-3/4" Min. to Combus-

tible Rear Wall

1/8" Min.
Clearance
From Cooktop	A	2-1/4" Min.
to Start of Radius		to Back	B
		Wall

Note: For overhead cabinets and side wall clearances see Fig. 1.

21" Cooktop

4" Below Countertop

				.to
		1/2"		Min
	-
3			Wall
➝	Side

➝

1-3/4" Min. to				➝
Counter Front
			. to	➝
	-1/2" Min
	6	Side	Wall
	Left

Figure 2 - Cutout Dimensions Are Underlined

1.INSTALLING THE COOKTOP IN NORMAL COUNTERTOPS (For solid surface cooktop, see Section 2, below)

A.Instructions are based on Standard American cabinets 36" high x 24" deep with a 25" countertop.

B.Provide approximately a 10 square inch opening in the toe kick area or other cabinet area for adequate air inlet to the cabinet.

C.Seal the Cooktop

Apply the foam tape packaged with the cooktop to underside of the cooktop along the perimeter before installing. See Fig. 4 on Page 23.

D.Attach Brackets to the Cooktop

Attach clamps of the hold-down brackets packaged with the cooktop to the rough-in box. Use the washer and screws provided. See Fig. 4 on Page 23.

E.Install the Cooktop

Insert cooktop into the cutout. Adjust hold- down brackets to desired position and tighten screws to rough-in box. Insert adjusting screw into clamp and secure cooktop to countertop. See Fig. 4 on Page 23.

2.INSTALLING THE COOKTOP IN SOLID SURFACE COUNTERTOPS

Always consult the countertop manufacturer for specific instructions

C

Note: Cooktop may be installed undercounter as close as construction allows. Good practice is to leave some airspace at bottom and sides.

Cooktop	30" Models	36" Models	45" Models
A	20 to	20" to	20" to
Cut-out	20-3/8"	20-3/8"	20-3/8"
B	29" to	35" to	44" to
Cut-out	29-3/8"	35-3/8"	44-3/8"
C	30"	36"	45"
Overall

Countertops made from natural (i.e. granite and marble) or SOLID SURFACE MATERIALS, such as Surell™ and Corian®, require special cutout preparation and installation procedures. Follow the guidelines in preparing the cutout dimensions. Install the cooktop as follows:

A.Round Corners on Cutout

Round the cutout corners according to instructions from the countertop manufacturer.

B.Seal the Cooktop

Apply heat reflective tape (such as Scotch® Aluminum Foil Tape #425 or #427) around the cutout so that it folds over the top and side surfaces. Be sure the tape extends beyond the outermost flange of the cooktop. All corners should also be covered with tape. Let bottom edge of tape hang free. See Fig. 3 on Page 23.

C.Attach Brackets

Attach brackets to the burner box using washers and screws provided. Use a wooden block underneath the countertop before tightening the bracket screws. See Fig. 4 on Page 23

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