Step 1: Cut The Opening - GE Monogram ZEU304 Installation Instructions Manual

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Cut the
Opening
Caution:
countertops and cabinets should
withstand 200°F heat generated
by the cooktop.
We recommend that this cooktop be installed
in 36" or larger base cabinets. If the cooktop is
installed into a 30" cabinet base, modifications
may be required. A 36" cabinet base must
allow for installation of hold-down clips and
air gaps at the sides. The side walls may need
to be cut away to provide this space.
• Countertop cutout for this cooktop must be:
• Allow clearances:
• Install the junction box within reach of the
• This cooktop is designed to hang from the
1-1/2" Min.
Wall coverings,
*A=30 inches minimum clearance between the top of the cooking surface and the bottom of
an unprotected wood or metal cabinet or A=24 inches minimum when bottom of wood or
metal cabinet is protected by not less than 1/4 inch thick flame-retardant millboard covered
with not less than no. 28 MSG sheet steel, 0.015 inch thick stainless steel, 0.024 inch thick
aluminum, or 0.020 inch thick copper.
– 28-3/8" wide.
– 19-1/4" deep.
– 1-1/2" min. between rear of cutout and
rear backsplash or wall.
– 2" min. from cutout to front edge of
countertop.
– 2" min. from cutout to left and right side
adjacent walls.
power cable, at least 16" below the
countertop.
countertop from its front, back and side
flanges.
Installation Preparation
Digital Radiant Cooktop
30" Min.
19-1/4" Max.
Junction
Box
28-3/8" Max.
2" Min.
• Use a level to insure that countertop is level
and flat. If the countertop bows more than
1/16", additional cooktop support will be
required.
• For additional cooktop support, add braces
to the inside of the opening whenever
possible. Braces can be added along the rear
and on the sides of the opening. Be sure
that bracing does not block air flow to vents.
• This cooktop requires an additional 15" free
space below the cooktop bottom to full-
depth horizontal shelves for unrestricted air
flow to the control housing.
Some countertops made from solid surface materials, such as
Note:
Corian ® may require special cutout preparation (such as radius
corners). Always consult the countertop manufacturer for specific
instructions.
Measure carefully using a carpenter's square
before cutting the countertop.
• Draw a centerline and measure 14-3/16" to
each side. Make sure sides of the opening
are parallel.
• Cut along the lines to complete the entire
cutout. Check again to be sure surface is
flat. Install supports if necessary.
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