Sharp KB4425LS KB-4425LS , KB-4425LK , KB-4425LW Installation Instructions - Page 2

Installation Manual Range Measurements 31 1/4" glass and control panel 29 7/8" width of unit If using countertop with integrated drip edge, remove 5/8" to make flush as illustrated. 5/8" min. 36" to bottom of cooktop surface 42" drawer open 30" minimum 30" to bottom of cabinet over cooktop 18" to upper cabinets 23 1/8" 27" back to front of doors Figure 1 45 3/8" oven door open 30" door width Figure 1 contains many range measurements for reference when planning your kitchen and/or range location. Clearances and Dimensions • Provide adequate clearances between the range and adjacent combustible surfaces. • Dimensions that are shown in Figure 2 must be used. Given dimensions provide minimum clearance. There needs to be a 30-inch minimum clearance between the top of the cooking surface and the bottom of unprotected wood or metal cabinets or a 24-inch minimum when bottom of wood or metal cabinets are protected by not less than a 1/4-inch flame retardant millboard covered with not less than no. 29 msg sheet-steel, 0.015-inch stainless steel, 0.024-inch aluminum or 0.020-inch copper. Note that the gray shaded area on Figure 2 indicates the location for the electrical receptacle/connection. • Contact surface must be solid and level. Pay special attention to the floor. Be sure it is solid enough for the weight of the range. Check that the floor covering is smooth and flat and that it adheres to the sub-floor solidly. • Check location where the range will be installed for proper electrical supply. 6" 6 1/8" 7 3/8" Maximum depth of cord, plug and 4" receptacle box is 4" to prevent interference with lower oven. Figure 2 1/2" minimun flat area 6 1/8" 6" 36" countertop height preferred electrical outlet area 30" opening width 31 1/4" 30" cutout 23 1/8" cutout Figure 3 To eliminate the risk of burns or fire by reaching over the cooktop, cabinet storage space located above the cooktop 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.