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Installation - preparation
The installation of this product must be carried out by suitably
qualified personnel. Always wear adequate PPE (Personal
Protective Equipment) for the tasks at hand. This product may
have sharp edges. This is a 2 person minimum install.
Unpacking the appliance:
Take care not to drop any parts. Check any parts for visible signs of
damage. If any components are damaged, contact your retailer and do
not proceed with installation.
Fitting position of the hob:
This appliance must be,
when installed
, a minimum of 50mm from any
back wall and a minimum of 55mm away from any adjacent vertical
surfaces, e.g. a tall cupboard end panel. The 55 may be reduced
to 50mm if the adjacent surface is resistant to fire (tiles or steel for
example). The dimensions for this are shown in Fig.7 on page 32.
Ventilation requirements:
This appliance must be installed to allow air to flow freely to the air
intakes and from the air outlet. An air gap of 205mm is recommended
immediately below the hob (this takes into account the depth of the air
box), and a 5mm minimum gap in the worktop, as per Fig. 6.
Failure to allow sufficient ventilation could cause problems with
operation or damage to the hob and constitutes incorrect installation,
which is not covered by the product’s warranty.
Wall furniture requirements:
The minimum height of any cabinet immediately above the hob is
