Whirlpool RCS2002RS Installation Instructions - Page 4

Installation Clearances A D C B L K F G E H H J I For 21" (53.3 cm) model only: rear of cabinet or rear wall under countertop back edge of cutout B A A 1.7 cm) min. B. 1 3.4 cm) max. Electrical Requirements 240 volt Cooktop: WARNING A. 21" (53.3 cm) on 21" (53.3 cm) models; 30" (76.2 cm) models on 30" (76.2 cm) models; 36" (91.4 cm) on 36" (91.4 cm) models B. Combustible area above countertop (shown by dashed box above) C. 30" (76.2 cm) minimum clearance between top of cooktop platform and bottom of unprotected wood or metal cabinet (24" [61 cm] minimum clearance if bottom of wood or metal cabinet is protected by not less than ¹⁄₄" [0.6 cm] flame retardant millboard covered with not less than No. 28 MSG sheet steel, 0.015" [0.04 cm] stainless steel or 0.024" [0.06 cm] aluminum or 0.020" [0.05 cm] copper) D. 13" (33 cm) recommended upper cabinet depth E. 3" (7.6 cm) F. 15¹⁄₂" (34.4 cm) on 21" (53.3 cm) models; 18⁵⁄₈" (45.7 cm) on 30" (76.2 cm) models and 36" (91.4 cm) models G. 18" (45.7 cm) minimum clearance from upper cabinet to countertop within minimum horizontal clearances to cooktop H. Junction box or outlet; 12" (30.5 cm) minimum from bottom of countertop; 10" (25.4 cm) from right side of cabinet I. 18⁵⁄₈" (33.7 cm) on 21" (53.3 cm) models; 28⁷⁄₈" (47.3 cm) on 30" (76.2 cm) models; 35" (90.2 cm) on 36" (91.4 cm) models J. 1" (2.5 cm) minimum distance to nearest left and right side combustible surface above cooktop K. 1 3.4 cm) max. counter thickness on 21" (53.3 cm) models. See following illustration. L. 1" (2.5 cm) minimum clearance between back wall and countertop NOTES: After making the countertop cutout, some installations may require notching down the base cabinet side walls to clear the burner box. To avoid this modification, use a base cabinet with sidewalls wider than the cutout. If cabinet has a drawer, a 3" (7.6 cm) depth clearance from the countertop to the top of the drawer (or other obstruction) in base cabinet is required. When installing a hood above this cooktop, follow the installation instructions included with the hood itself. Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Use 8 gauge copper wire. Electrically ground cooktop. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is recommended that a qualified electrical installer determine that the ground path and wire gauge are in accordance with local codes. Do not ground to a gas pipe. Check with a qualified electrical installer if you are not sure the cooktop is properly grounded. Do not have a fuse in the neutral or ground circuit. Make sure that the electrical connection and wire size are adequate and in conformance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70-latest edition or CSA Standards C22.1-94, Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1 and C22.2 No. O-M91-latest edition, and all local codes and ordinances. A copy of the above code standards can be obtained from: National Fire Protection Association One Batterymarch Park Quincy, MA 02269 CSA International 8501 East Pleasant Valley Road Cleveland, OH 44131-5575 4