KitchenAid Gas cooktop Installation Instructions Manual page 3

Check location where cooktop will be installed.
Before you start...
Proper installation i' your responsibility. Make
The location should be away from strong draft
sure you have everything necessary for correct
installation. It is the responsibility of the installer
to comply with the installation clearances
areas, such as windows, doors and strong
specified on the model/serial rating plate. The
model/serial rating plate is located on the bottom
heating vents or fans. The cooktop should be
of cooktop.
located for convenient use in the kitchen.
ALL OPENINGS IN THE WALL OR FLOOR
WHERE COOKTOP IS TO BE INSTALLED
MUST BE SEALED.
Grounded electrical outlet is required. See
Electrical requirements.
Do Not obstruct flow of combustion and
ventilation air.
Proper gas supply connection must be
available. See Gas supply requirements.
30" min. base cabinet is required. If cabinet has
a drawer, a 3-l/2" depth clearance from the
countertop to the top of the drawer (or other
obstruction) in base cabinet is required.
Product dimensions
The distance to the front edge of the countertop,
distance to a side wall or other combustible
surface, location of electric supply and height to
cabinets above cooktop are specified on page 2.
Cabinet construction: This appliance is
designed for use in a base cabinet with a depth
of 24". The maximum depth for the overhead
cabinets is 13". The minimum vertical clearance
between the cooking surface and the overhead
cabinets is 30".
Overhead cabinets installed at either side of the
appliance must be a minimum of 18" above the
cooking surface. The minimum distance
between the front edge of the countertop and the
front edge of the cook-top is 314". The minimum
horizontal distance between overhead cabinets
above appliances is 30".
It is the customer's responsibility:
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To contact a qualified electrical installer.
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To assure that electrical installation is
adequate and in conformance with National
Electrical Code, ANSVNFPA 70 - latest
edition*, and all local codes and ordinances
When installing a cooktop under existing cabinets
and the installation does not meet the minimum
cabinet clearances, install a range hood above
Countertop opening dimensions that are
shown must be used. Given dimensions provide
the cook-top to avoid burn hazards.
required clearances.
Important: Observe all governing codes and
ordinances. Failure to meet codes and
ordinances could lead to fire or electrical
shock.
Copies of the standards listed may be obtained from:
* National Fire Protection Association
Batterymarch Park
Quincy, Massachusetts 02269
Product/cutout Dimensions
\( 11-15116" 4
backsplash
or rear wall
l-1/2" min *i&
11" ,\
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1-W" min.
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front edge
of countertop
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