User Manual

18
Installation
WARNING!
To eliminate the risk of burns by
reaching over heated surface units,
cabinet storage space located above
surface units should be avoided. If
cabinet storage is to be provided, the
risk can be reduced by installing a
range hood that projects horizontally
a minimum of 5” beyond the bottom of
the cabinets.
Before making the countertop cutout, check for
clearance. Check to see if the grill will clear
the front and side walls of the base cabinet. It
is also important to provide enough ventilation.
Adequate ventilation of the space below the
countertop must be provided to ensure proper
operation of the grill. Heat transferred from
the grill bottom pan during operation will over-
heat an improperly ventilated area.
2 INCH (51mm) MINIMUM
Since the appliance requires a sufcient supply
of fresh air to operate at maximum performance,
the cabinet must be designed accordingly. The
following is required for this:
• The cabinet must have a minimum of two
openings; one to allow fresh air to enter and the
other for hot air to escape the cabinet.
• Opening sizes must be equal to 8 square
inches each. This is for ambient temperatures
of 85ºF / 30ºC and below. If the ambient
temperature around the appliance is above 85ºF
/ 30ºC then larger ventilation opening sizes may
be required.
When making countertop cutout, radius the
corner to help prevent cracking of the countertop
material. A 1/4 inch radius is typical, but follow
the countertop manufacturer’s instructions
regarding the minimum radius and any
reinforcements required to prevent damage to
the countertop over time.
If your countertop is made of solid surface
material you will need to check with the
manufacturer for specic recommendations for
cooktop & grill installation instructions. Most
solid surface countertop manufacturers require
additional corner supports to prevent damage
to the countertop. Use the included screws to
secure the grill to the countertop. Be careful not
to over-tighten the screws. Use plumbers putty
to seal the ange to the countertop.
If your countertop is made of stone you will
need to use an acrylic latex to mount the grill
in place. Put a large bead of caulk around the
cutout opening and place the grill in place. Wipe
away any excess caulk, use water to remove
the excess caulk. Allow the caulk to dry for a
minimum of 24 hours without any moisture being
allowed to come in contact with the caulk. Do
not use the screws that came with your grill. The
caulk will hold the grill securely. Do not use a
caulk which contains silicone as this will stain the
stone.