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Before you start...
Proper installation
is your responsibility.
Make
sure you have everything
necessary
for
correct
installation.
It is the responsibility
of the
installer to comply
with the installation
clearances
specified
on the model/serial
rating plate. The model/serial
rating plate can
be found on the underside
of the cooktop
burner
box. Write down
your cooktop
model
and serial numbers
before
installing
cooktop.
You will be asked for these numbers
if you
need to call for service
or assistance.
This cooktop
is not approved
for use with
downdraft
vent systems.
Check
location
where
cooktop
will be
installed. The location
should be away from
strong draft areas, such as
windows, doors
and
strong heating
vents or fans. The cooktop
should be located for convenient
use in the
kitchen.
ALL OPENINGS IN THE WALL OR FLOOR WHERE
THE COOKTOP IS TO BE INSTALLED MUST BE
SEALED.
Note: This cooktop
is manufactured
for use
with Natural
gas. To convert
for use with
U/Propane
gas requires
Kit No. 814428,
available
from your Whirlpool
dealer
or
authorized
parts distributor.
It is the customer's
responsibility:
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To contact
a qualified
electrical
installer.
. To assure that electrical
installation
is adequate
and in conformance
with National
Electrical
Code,
ANSUNFPA 70 -
latest edition*
and all local
codes and ordinances.
Product Dimensions
36" 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.
Cabinet
and Cutout
Dimensions
4
36" min. cabinet width above cooktop
w
13" max
upper
'
cabinet
%
depth
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See Note'" for
4
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Clearance
Dimensions
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*
Note:
30" min. when bottom of wood or metal
cabinet is protected by not less than l/4"
flame retardant millboard covered with not
less than No. 28 MSG sheet steel, 0.015"
stainless steel, 0.024" aluminum
or 0.020"
-
copper.
36" mln. clearance
between
the top of the
cooking
platform
and the bottom
of an
unprotected
wood
or metal sheet.
Minimum
distance
to nearest side and
rear combustible
surface
above
countertop
opening depth-
18-l 5/l 6" min.
20-5/W' max.
opening width-
33-114" min.
34-7/W max.
2-518" min. cabinet
space
to backsplash
or vertical
wall
Your safety and the safety of others is
very important.
We have provided many important safety messages
in this manual and on your appliance. Always read
and obey all safety messages.
0 !
This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol
alerts you to hazards that can kill or hurt
you and others. All safety messages will be preceded
by the safety alert symbol and the word "DANGER"
or "WARNING". These words mean:
You y&l be killed or seriously injured if you don't
follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
folloanstructions.
All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you
how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what
can happen if the instructions are not followed.
WARNING:
If the information
in
this manual
is not followed
exactly,
a fire or explosion
may result
causing
property
damage,
personal
injury or death.
- Do not store or use gasoline
or
other flammable
vapors
and
liquids
in the vicinity
of this or any
other appliance.
-WHAT
TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
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Do not try to light any
appliance.
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Do not touch any electrical
switch.
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Do not use any phone
in your
building.
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Immediately
call your gas
supplier
from a neighbor's
phone.
Follow the gas supplier's
instructions.
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If you cannot
reach your gas
supplier,
call the fire department.
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Installation
and service
must
be performed
by a qualified
installer,
service
agency
or
the gas supplier.
Grounded
electrical
outlet
is required. See
"Electrical
requirements."
Do Not obstruct
the flow of combustion
and
ventilation
air.
Proper gas supply
connection
must be
available. See "Gas supply requirements."
Countertop
opening
dimensions
that are
shown must be used. Given dimensions
provide required clearances.
When installing a cooktop
under existing
cabinets and the installation does not meet
the
minimum
cabinet
clearances,
install a
range hood above the cooktop
to avoid burn
hazards,
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
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