Install Optional Backguard; Install Anti-Tip Bracket - KitchenAid W10284348A Installation Instructions Manual

Install Optional Backguard

All ranges may require a backguard. See "Cabinet Dimensions" in
the "Location Requirements" section. See the "Tools and Parts"
section for information on ordering.
Remove island trim and attach backguard using 6 screws, insert
3 from the front and 3 from the back (9" [22.9 cm] backguard
shown).

Install Anti-Tip Bracket

WARNING
Tip Over Hazard
A child or adult can tip the range and be killed.
Connect anti-tip bracket to rear range foot.
Reconnect the anti-tip bracket, if the range is moved.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death
or serious burns to children and adults.
1. Determine which mounting method to use: floor or wall.
If you have a stone or masonry floor you can use the wall
mounting method.
2. Determine and mark centerline of the cutout space. The
mounting bracket must be installed on the right side of the
cutout. Position mounting bracket in cutout as shown in the
following illustration.
Measurement B:
30" (76.2 cm) ranges: 11 " (29.5 cm)
36" (91.4 cm) ranges: 14 " (37.1 cm)
48" (121.9 cm) ranges: 20 " (52.4 cm)
Measurement C:
Optional distance from backwall. If backwall is constructed
of a combustible material and a backguard is not installed,
a 6" (15.2 cm) minimum clearance is required for all models.
Install anti-tip bracket accordingly.
A. Centerline
B. Centerline of cutout to centerline
of anti-tip bracket
C. Backwall to back of range
3. Drill two " (3.0 mm) holes that correspond to the bracket
holes of the determined mounting method. See the following.
Floor Mounting
B
A
A. #12 x 1 " screws
B. Anti-tip bracket
Wall Mounting
B
A
A. #12 x 1 " screws
B. Anti-tip bracket
4. Using the Phillips screwdriver, mount anti-tip bracket to the
wall or floor with the two #12 x 1 " screws provided.
Depending on the thickness of your flooring, longer screws
may be necessary to anchor the bracket to the subfloor.
Longer screws are available from your local hardware store.
5. Move range close enough to opening to allow for electrical
connections to be made. Remove shipping base, cardboard
or hardboard from under range.
6. Continue installing your range using the following installation
instructions.
A
B
C
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