GE ZGU385NSMSS - Manuel (Page 7)

Installation Preparation
DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES
1. Overall cooktop dimensions:
^------ 36-3/4" I
13" max.
21-3/16"
deep at
center
s ... t ,,
18” min,
3-3/4"
2. Use a 36" or wider base cabinet.
• Cut the opening in the countertop. To ensure
accuracy, it is best to make a template for the
opening. Make sure the sides of the opening are
parallel and the rear and front cuts ore exactly
perpendicular to the sides.
• Observe all minimum clearances.
For island installation, maintain 2-1/2" min. from
cutout to the front, bock, and side edges of
countertop.
7/15"-,
DRAWER
12" min.
from
12" min.
cutout
from cutout ^
to side
to side wall ------ ^-- i
wall
3-3/8" min. from
cutout
to rear vertical
combustibles
NOTE: Allow 7/16" minimum
vertical clearance from the
cooktop bottom (or 4-9/16"
minimum depth from the
countertop) to any combustible
surfaces, such as a cabinet
drawer.
For island installation, maintain
2-1/2 in. minimum from cutout
to front and back edge of
countertop. Maintain 3 in.
minimum from cutout to side
edges of countertop.
4. For Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Forward
Approach Installation Only:
36" or wider cabinet
base recommended
3. Make sure the wall coverings, countertop and
cabinets around the cooktop can withstand heat
(up to 200°F) generated by the cooktop..
Allow 5" minimum
depth between the
countertop and an
enclosure. j^'i
NOTE: Jhe enclosure must be made of wood
material. Also, an access panel is required for the
electrical outlet, pressure regulator, shut-off valve,
hold-down brackets, and service.