Pre-Installation Checklist; Before You Begin; Advance Planning - GE PHP960 Installation Instructions Manual

PRE-INSTALLATION CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

WARNING –
the cooktop supply line must be shut off while
connections are being made. Failure to do so
could result in serious injury or death.
When preparing cooktop opening, make sure
A
the inside of the cabinet and the cooktop do
not interfere with each other. (See section on
preparing the opening.)
Remove packaging materials and literature
B
package from the cooktop before beginning
installation.
Remove Installation Instructions from the
C
literature pack and read them carefully before
you begin.
Be sure to place all literature, Owner's Manual,
Installations, etc. in a safe place for future
reference.
Before you begin-Read these instructions completely and carefully. Before you begin-Read these instructions completely and carefully.
IMPORTANT- Save these instructions for local inspector's use. IMPORTANT- Save these instructions for local inspector's use.
IMPORTANT- OBSERVE ALL GOVERNING CODES AND ORDIANCES. IMPORTANT- OBSERVE ALL GOVERNING CODES AND ORDIANCES.
Note to Installer- Be sure to leave these instructions with the consumer. Note to Installer- Be sure to leave these instructions with the consumer.
OWNER- Keep these instructions for future reference. OWNER- Keep these instructions for future reference.
Note- This appliance must be properly grounded (if applicable). Note- This appliance must be properly grounded (if applicable).
D Make sure you have all the tools and
materials you need before starting the
installation of the cooktop.
Your home must provide the adequate
E
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.
Installation Instructions
The electrical power to

ADVANCE PLANNING

Combination Installations
These cooktops may be installed in combination
with an approved downdraft vent or a single oven.
Cooktop and a Downdraft Vent
– The countertop must have a deep flat surface
to accommodate the combined installation of
the cooktop and vent.
– Consideration must be given to the separate
electrical supply locations.
– Allow 12" clearance between the inlet air ports
on the cooktop bottom toward the rear to any
obstruction.
– Both the cooktop and the vent must be installed
according to each specific product installation
instruction.
Cooktop with a Single Oven
– Consideration must be given to the separate
electrical requirements and locations.
– Both the cooktop and the oven must be installed
according to each specific product installation
instruction.
Installation Above Cabinet Drawers
Allow 12" clearance to combustibles below the
cooktop. A drawer directly below the cooktop
cannot be used to store items such as towels or
paper products. Use a false drawer front to obtain
clearance if necessary.
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