GE JP5030SJSS Installation Instructions - Page 3

Installation Instructions PRE-INSTALLATION CHECKLIST WARNING - The electrical power to the cooktop supply line must be shut off while connections are being made. Failure to do so could result in serious injury or death. A When preparing cooktop opening, make sure the inside of the cabinet and the cooktop do not interfere with each other. (See section on preparing the opening.) B Remove packaging materials and literature package from the cooktop before beginning installation. Foam Packaging Literature Package (Located under unit) HOT ON Cooktop C Be sure to place all literature, Owner's Manual, Installations, etc. in a safe place for future reference. D Make sure you have all the tools and materials you need before starting the installation of the cooktop. E Your home must provide the adequate electrical service needed to safely and properly use your cooktop. (Refer to section on electrical requirements.) F When installing your cooktop in your home, make sure all local codes and ordinances are followed exactly as stated. G Make sure the wall coverings, countertop and cabinets around the cooktop can withstand heat (up to 200°F) generated by the cooktop. H Installing cooktop in combination with other products. Both products must be installed according to their specific product installation instructions. Consideration must be given the separate electrical requirements and locations: Over one or two wall ovens: • Only certain models may be installed over wall ovens. The wall oven and cooktop will both have a label stating which models are approved in combination. Over a Microwave: • See microwave installation instructions for how to install a microwave under a cooktop. For vertical dimension of cooktop, see Approximate Cooktop Dimensions section. In combination with telescopic downdraft vent: • See telescopic downdraft vent instructions for how to install a vent behind a cooktop. • The countertop must have a deep flat surface to accommodate the combined installation of the cooktop and vent. Over a warming drawer: • See warming drawer instructions for how to install a warming drawer under a cooktop. For vertical dimension of cooktop, see Approximate Cooktop Dimensions section. PREPARING THE OPENING 1 The following MINIMUM clearance dimensions must be maintained. 13" MAX. Depth of unprotected overhead cabinets If a 30" clearance between the cooking surface and overhead combustible materials or metal cabinets cannot be maintained, a minimum clearance of 24" is required and the underside of the cabinets above the cooktop must be protected with not less than 1/4" insulating millboard covered with sheet metal not less than 0.0122" thick. See label next to nameplate for minimum clearance to wall. 30" MIN. Clearance from countertop to unprotected overhead surface 2" MIN. Clearance from cutout to side wall on the left of the unit 3 1-1/2" MIN. Clearance from cutout to side wall on the right of the unit 15" MIN. Height from countertop to nearest cabinet on either side of unit