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PREPARING THE OPENING
B
Installation Instructions
13″ MAX. depth of
unprotected
overhead cabinets
B1
REQUIRED CLEARANCES
The following MINIMUM clearance
dimensions must be maintained.
30″ MIN.
clearance from
countertop to
overhead surface
2″ MIN.
clearance from
cutout to side wall on
the left of the unit
18″ MIN. height from
countertop to nearest
cabinet on either side
of the unit
1 1/2″ MIN. clearance
from cutout to side
wall on the right side
of the unit
B2
OVERALL COOKTOP
DIMENSIONS
B3
BOTTOM CLEARANCE
Five inches (5″) minimum vertical
clearance between the cooktop bottom
and any combustible surfaces.
B4
CUTOUT DIMENSIONS OF
THE COUNTERTOP
1 3/4″
between cooktop
rear edge and
the wall behind
the cooktop
To insure accuracy, it is best to make a
template when cutting the opening in
the counter.
2 1/2″
from front edge of
cooktop to front edge
of countertop
28 9/16″
length
of cut
19 9/16″ width of cut
B5
CHECK HEAT RESISTANCE
Make sure the wall coverings, countertop and
cabinets around the cooktop can withstand the
heat (up to 200°F) generated by the cooktop.
Wall covering,
cabinets and
countertop must
withstand heat up
to 200°F
If a 30″ clearance between the cooking surface and
overhead combustible materials or metal cabinets
cannot be maintained, a minimum clearance of 24″
is required and the underside of the cabinets above
the cooktop must be protected with not less than 1/4″
insulating millboard covered with sheet metal not less
than 0.0122″ thick.
5″ min.
vertical clearance
29 3/4″
19 1/4″
28″
3 1/4″ Front
4 5/8″ Rear
at the
conduit
location
Cooktop
20 7/8″ (21 1/2″
Max. on Curved
Front Models)
JXTR32X CUTOUT FILLER TRIM KIT:
A filler trim kit is available for use if your countertop
cutout is larger than the dimensions shown, up to
29-13/16″ x 20-7/16″. Order JXTR32X to reduce
the cutout opening for installation of this cooktop.
JXFLM2XX FLUSH INSTALLATION KIT:
A flush mount installation kit is available for use in a
flush mount or recessed cooktop installation. Order
JXFLM2XX.
To purchase these kits, please call our toll-free number:
National Parts Center .............................1.800.661.1616
www.GEAppliances.ca
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