Page 3 of 6 Instal Instr Electric Cooktop CTE P Rev B.doc
BACK WALL
COOKING SURFACE
SIDE WALL
TOP CABINET
A
A = 30 inches minimum clearance between the top of the cooking surface and the bottom of an unprotected wood
or metal cabinet or A = 24 inches minimum when the bottom of wood or metal cabinet is protected by not less than
1/4 inch thick flame retardant Millboard covered with not less than No. 28 MSG sheet steel, .015 inch thick
stainless steel, .024 inch thick aluminum, or .020 inch thick copper.
Flame retardant materials bear the mark:
UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES INC.
CLASSIFIED
MINERAL AND FIBER BOARDS.
SURFACE BURNING CHARACTERISTICS
This mark is followed by the flame spread and smoke ratings. These designations are shown as “FHC (Flame
Spread)/(Smoke Developed)”. Material with “0” flame spread rating are flame retardant. Local codes may allow
other flame spread ratings.
The minimum horizontal clearance from the sides and back of the cooktop to the adjacent vertical combustible
walls is 0 inches.
COUNTERTOP CUTOUT DIMENSION
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Always consult the countertop manufacturer for specific installation
instruction or requirements.
Installat
ion in a solid surface countertop material, i.e. Surell™ or
Corian©, etc. may require larger cutouts, the use
of heat reflective tape, rounded corners, etc. Consult with countertop manufacturer. Guidelines for countertop
cutouts are as shown in FIG
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1.
