Electrolux E48GC76EPS Installation Instructions - Page 8

8 Preparing for Installation IMPORTANT • When installing the cooktop into a laminated (Formica, etc.) or synthetic (Corian, etc.) countertop, radius the corners of the cutout to prevent cracking of the countertop. • Follow the countertop manufacturer's instructions regarding the minimum corner radius, use of heat reflective tape, reinforcement of corners, etc. • If cabinet storage space is to be provided directly above the cooktop, the risk of personal injury may be reduced by installing a ventilating hood that projects horizontally a minimum of 5 inches beyond the face of the cabinets. • Both models are designed to allow installation in standard 24 inch deep base cabinets with 25 inch overall depth countertops. Deeper cabinets and countertops may be used to provide required clearances to combustible rear wall materials or for design purposes. • The specified cabinet dimensions must be provided. The cabinet and/or countertop must completely enclose the recessed portion of the countertop. All contact surfaces between the appliance and the countertop must be solid and level. Plan the installation so that the electrical connection, gas shut-off valve, and pressure regulator are accessible from the front of the cabinet and so that all of the minimum required Figure 1 E36GC76EPS: 42" (1067mm) Recommended 36" (914mm) Minimum EE4386GGCC767E6PESP:S54: 3" (61"3(7921m4mm)mR)eMcoimnimmeunmded E48GC7468E"P(1S2:1498m"m(1)2M1in9immumm) Minimum dimensions are provided. Dimensions apply to both models unless otherwise stated (see Figure 1). Locate Hood the electrical supply box within reach of the included 48 inch long flexible cord so the connection is accessible when the cooktop is in place. 10" (254mm) Min. to combustible side wall, both sides 5/8" (16mm) Overhang, both sides 1 1/2" (38mm) Typical Countertop 30" (762mm) Minimum 18" (457mm) Cooktop opening E36GC76EPS: 36" (914mm) E48GC76EPS: 48" (1219mm) 7 3/4" (197mm) Utilities Location 6" E36GC76EPS: (152mm) 24" (610mm) CL E48GC76EPS: 30" (762mm) 15 1/2" (393mm) 36" (914mm) 28 1/4" (717mm) 10" (254mm)