Bosch NITP068UC Installation Instructions - Page 7

Installation Procedure 9 CAUTION Sharp edges. Use protective gloves when installing the cooktop. Note: The appliance is heavy. It is advisable to install it with a second person. Installing the heat shield 9 CAUTION Sharp edges. Use protective gloves when installing the plate. Secure the cooktop to countertop 9 CAUTION Do not let the glass drop into place. Make sure that it is supported along a broad area of the edges when carefully placing the cooktop into the cutout. For safety reasons, the heat shield must be properly installed. This prevents components from overheating as a result of the recirculation of hot air from the cooktop. The heat shield is the same width as the cooktop. For shipping, it is screwed to the burner box. After unpacking the cooktop, unscrew the heat shield. The heat shield will be able to rotate freely, as shown in the illustration. The appliance must be secured from below using the hold down brackets provided so it does not slip. 1. Rotate the appliance and fit it so that the screws provided are seated loosely in the holes. Move the hold down brackets so that the appliance can be placed in the cutout. 2. Place the appliance carefully into the cutout. 3. Insert the clamping screws into the hold down brackets and fix the appliance to the countertop. Tighten screws. Note: Protect delicate countertops by placing a wooden disk underneath. 7