Countertop Requirements; Gas Requirements; Electrical Requirements; Prepare Installation Space - Bosch NGM3650UC Installation Instructions Manual

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2.5 Countertop requirements
Ensure that the countertop into which the cooktop is to be
installed meets these requirements for a safe installation.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of ignition of surrounding combustible
materials, install at least 13" (330 mm) from both sidewalls
and at least 3" (76 mm) from the rear wall.
¡ The countertop must be level.
¡ The stability of the countertop must be maintained after
the cut-out has been made.
¡ Solid surface or laminate countertops often require
special installations. For example, heat-reflective tape
and rounded corners may be necessary. Contact the
countertop manufacturer for instructions specific to your
countertop.
2.6 Gas requirements
Ensure that the requirements for the gas supply are met.
The cooktop is shipped from the factory for use with
natural gas. For use with LP conversion, a certified
technician or installer must do the conversion.
Supply pressure:
¡ Natural Gas: 7 inches water column (17.4 Millibars)
¡ Propane Gas: 11 inches water column (27.4 Millibars)
¡ The propane gas tank must be equipped with its own
high pressure regulator in addition to the pressure
regulator supplied with this unit.
2.7 Electrical requirements
Ensure that the following electrical requirements are met.
CAUTION
Do not use an extension cord with this appliance.
¡ This appliance requires a 60 Hz, 15 Amp, 120 V AC
connection.
¡ The appliance is equipped with a 40" (1000 mm) power
cord.
¡ The power connection must remain accessible from the
front of the cabinet after the installation is complete.
3 Prepare installation space

Prepare installation space

Create the cutout in the countertop according to the
Prepare installation space
instructions.
General countertop requirements:
¡ The angle of the cut surface to the countertop surface
must be 90°.
¡ With multi-layered countertops, secure strips laterally in
the cutout if necessary.
¡ After creating the cutout, remove all debris.
¡ If the cooktop will be installed in combination with an
oven, refer to the Approved Combination Matrix
included with the product for cutout and clearance
dimensions.
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¡ Observe the minimum distance between device
underside and cabinet surfaces of ⅜" (10 mm).
WARNING
The bottom of the cooktop can become hot.
If the cooktop is not installed in combination with an
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oven, install a horizontal panel below the cooktop to
prevent accidental contact. Refer to the section on
installing a horizontal panel. → Page 9
3.1 Installation dimensions
*For installation in a kitchen island.