GE JGS905BEKBB Installation Instructions Manual page 15

ALTERNATE CONSTRUCTION
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PREPARATION
OPTIONAL MAINTOP FILLER OR
A
BACKGUARD KIT
If counter opening extends to the wall, it will
require Maintop Filler Kit (supplied with the
range) or Backguard Kit (JXS36XX or
JXS39SS) to close the gap.
NOTE: If the countertop is greater than 25",
it will show a gap between the backguard
and wall or between filler kit and the wall.
If the countertop is less than 25", a gap will
occur between the countertop front and the
control panel ends (see Step 13G).
If you are using the optional backguard kit,
refer to the backguard kit instructions for
installation details.
Wall
30"
Must
smooth cut
be
flat
Must be level
31-1/8"
If you use the filler kit, place the metal filler
piece supplied with the range to the back of
the range as shown in the figure below.
Start the 2 screws into the upper holes at the
outside rear of the range above the louvers
and through the slots in the trim, holding
the filler piece centered on the maintop
frame and pushing upward to close the gap
between the bottom of the glass and the
filler trim.
Installation Instructions
Must be
25"
level
Must be
flat
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When the trim is set in the proper position,
tighten the 2 mounting screws. The top of the
trim should be located below the top surface
of the glass to prevent pots, pans and skillets
from damaging the painted parts.
Refer to the Standard Installation of the
Range on page 6.
FOR NON-BUILT-IN INSTALLATION
B
(END OF CABINET LOCATION)
When installing the range at the end of
a cabinet section which will expose the
unfinished side of the range, use Body Side
Kit (JXS76XX). Refer to the kit instructions
for installation details.
ISLAND INSTALLATION
C
Attach the Anti-Tip bracket per instructions
in Step 12, making sure that the rear of
the bracket is 25" from the front of the
countertop.
Be aware that the screws provided are long
and may penetrate through the back of the
island cabinets. In this event, use shorter
screws (not provided) or the screws provided
should be used in the floor (see Step 12B for
Wood/Concrete Floor Installation).
Do not use Backguard Kit JXS36XX or
JXS39SS.
Cooktop
Range
Maintop filler
(2) #8
screws