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ELECTRIC COOKTOP INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

3.  Set the cooktop into the countertop cutout.

NOTE:

  Do not use caulking compound; cooktop should 

be removable for service when needed.

WARNING

 Do not remove the nylon spacers on the 

edges of the cooktop. These spacers center the cooktop 

in the space provided. The cooktop must be centered 

to prevent excess heat buildup that may result in heat 

damage or 

fi

 re (see Figure 10).

Cooktop Installation

1.  Visually inspect the cooktop for damage. Also make 

sure all cooktop screws are tight (see Figure 8).

2.  Install the retainer brackets (See Figure 9).

The retainer brackets MUST be installed, to meet local 
codes or, in their absence, with the National Electrical 
Code ANSI/NFPA No. 70—latest edition, or with CSA 
Standard C22.1, Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1 (see 
Figure 9).

Screws

Figure 8

WARNING

 The corners of this unit are fragile.

Carefully install the cooktop by its sides. When 
installing, never let the weight of the unit
rest on any one corner. 

Checking Operation

Refer to the 

Use and Care Guide

 for operation.

CAUTION

 Do not touch cooktop glass or elements. 

They may be hot enough to burn you.

Model and Serial Number Location

The serial plate is located under the cooktop.
When ordering parts for or making inquiries about your 
cooktop, always be sure to include the model and serial 
numbers and a lot number or letter from the serial plate 
on your cooktop.

Before You Call for Service

Read the Before You Call for Service Checklist and 

operating instructions in your 

Use and Care Guide

It may save you time and expense. The list includes 

common occurrences that are not the result of defective 

workmanship or materials in this appliance. 
Refer to your 

Use and Care Guide

 for Sears service 

phone numbers, or call 

1-800-4-MY-HOME

®

.

2 Nylon 

spacers

2 Retainer brackets

Figure 10

Figure 11

Cooktop

Nylon 
spacer

Countertop

Retainer  bracket

Figure 9

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Summary of Contents for 318205431A

Page 1: ...el is present WARNING The corners of this unit are fragile Carefully install the cooktop by its sides When installing never let the weight of the unit rest on any one corner INSTALLATION AND SERVICE MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER IMPORTANT SAVE FOR LOCAL ELECTRICAL INSPECTOR S USE READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE WARNING FOR YOUR SAFETY Do not store or use gasoline...

Page 2: ...rm and the Bottom of an Unprotected Wood or Metal Cabinet 24 61 cm Min when Bottom of Wood or Metal Cabinet is Protected by Not Less Than 1 8 Flame Retardant Millboard Covered With Not Less Than No 28 MGS Sheet Steel 0 015 0 4 mm Stainless Steel 0 024 0 6 mm Aluminum or 0 020 0 5 mm Copper 2 6 4 cm Min From Edge of Cutout to Front Edge of Countertop Approximate Location of Junction Box 18 45 7 cm ...

Page 3: ... 120 240 or 120 208 Volt 60 Hz AC only electrical supply is required on a separate circuit fused on both sides of the line a 40A time delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended DO NOT fuse neutral NOTE Wire sizes and connections must conform with the fuse size and rating of the appliance in accordance with the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA No 70 latest edition or with CSA standard C22 1 Can...

Page 4: ...disconnect the white and green lead from each other and use ground lead to ground unit in accordance with local codes connect neutral lead to branch circuit neutral conductor in usual manner see Figure 6 or 7 If your appliance is to be connected to a 3 wire grounded junction box US only where local code permit connecting the appliance grounding conductor to the neutral white see Figure 4 or 5 NOTE...

Page 5: ...as a 4 wire cable see figure 7 1 Disconnect the power supply 2 Separate the green or bare copper and white appliance cable wires 3 In the circuit breaker fuse box or junction box connect appliance and power supply cable wires as shown in figure 7 WARNING If connecting to a 4 wire power supply cable electrical system the appliance frame connected ground wire MUST NOT be connected to the neutral wir...

Page 6: ...f this unit are fragile Carefully install the cooktop by its sides When installing never let the weight of the unit rest on any one corner Checking Operation Refer to the Use and Care Guide for operation CAUTION Do not touch cooktop glass or elements They may be hot enough to burn you Model and Serial Number Location The serial plate is located under the cooktop When ordering parts for or making i...

Page 7: ...t in oven Figure 12 TYPICAL UNDER COUNTER INSTALLATION OF A SINGLE ELECTRIC BUILT IN OVEN WITH AN ELECTRIC COOKTOP MOUNTED ABOVE Approx 3 7 5 cm Cabinet side filler panels are necessary to isolate the unit from adjoining cabinets Cabinet side filler height should allow for installation of approved cooktop models 4 11 5 cm Max For typical under counter installation of an electric built in oven see ...

Page 8: ...8 ELECTRIC COOKTOP INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Notes ...

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