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Ensure that there is a distance of 50 mm between the hob and the wall or sides.
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The hobs are classified as “Y” class for heat protection. Ideally the hob should be installed
with plenty of space on either side. There may be a wall at the rear and tall units or a wall
at one side.
On the other side, however, no unit or divider must stand higher than
the hob.
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The piece of furniture or the support in which the hob has to be fit, as well as the edges of
furniture, the laminate coatings and the glue used to fix them, must be able to resist
temperatures of up to 100 °C.
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The mural rods of edge must be heat-resisting.
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Not to install the hob to the top of a not ventilated oven or a dishwasher.
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If a drawer is below the hob, to guarantee a good air circulation and good cooling system
of the appliance, maintain a gap of
30 mm minimum
between the bottom of the drawer
and the inferior part of the hob.
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If a drawer is placed under the hob, avoid to put into this drawer flammable objects
(for example: sprays) or not heat-resistant objects.
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Materials often used to make worktops expand on contact with water. To protect the cut
out edge, apply a coat of varnish or special sealant. Particular care must be given to
applying the adhesive joint supplied with the hob to prevent any leakage into the
supporting furniture. This gasket guaranties a correct seal when used in conjunction with
smooth work top surfaces.
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The distance between the hob and the cooker hood placed above must respect the
indications of the hood manufacturer. In case of absence of instructions respect a
minimumdistance of 760 mm.
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The connection cord should be subjected, after building, with no mechanical constraint,
such for example of the fact of the drawer.
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WARNING:
Use only hob guards designed by the manufacturer of the cooking appliance
or indicated by the manufacturer of the appliance in the instructions for use as suitable or
hob guards incorporated in the appliance. The use of inappropriate guards can cause
accidents.
