GE JD968 - Profile 30" Drop-In Electric Range Installation Instructions Manual page 14

Installation Instructions
Alternate Construction Preparation
Optional Maintop Filler or
AA
Backguard Kit
If counter opening extends to the wall, it
will require Maintop Filler Kit (JXS66XX)
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 page10, D3).
Wall
9/16"
Must Be
Flat
Refer to the Filler or Backguard Kit
instructions for Installation details.
25"
9/16"
30"
Smooth Cut
Must Be Level
AB
AC
Must Be
Level
Must Be
Flat
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Island Installation
When installing in an island or other
non-standard location, countertop cutout
dimensions must be according to page 5.
For the anti-tip bracket instructions, see
page 9.
In this application, do not use Backguard
Kit (JXS36XX or JXS39SS).
Cabinets Over The Range
Less Than 30"
If a 30" clearance between cooking
surface and overhead combustible
material or metal cabinets cannot be
maintained, protect the underside of
the cabinets above the cooktop with
not less than 1/4" insulating millboard
covered with sheet metal not less than
0.0122" thick.