Thermador 9000189697 - Manual (Page 15)

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5. Attaching an alternative antiĆtip
device
! IMPORTANT NOTE !
If possible, always screw the wooden beam to
existing studs on the rear panel of the cavity.
If the antiĆtip brackets cannot be attached securely,
an alternative antiĆtip device can be attached.
However, ensure that there is no play between the
appliance and the antiĆtip device.
q Saw the wooden beam (cross section min. 3" x 4"
(75 mm x 100 mm)) to the required length.
Length is equal to the width of the installation cavity!
i Note
- If the installation cavity is deeper than the appliance,
select a beam which has a larger cross section or
attach 2 beams.
- The beam must cover the appliance by at least 2"
(50.8 mm).
q Mark the installation height (lower edge of the beam)
on the rear panel of the cavity.
q Select screws according to the thickness of the
wooden beam: length = min. 2.5 x beam thickness,
diameter #12 or #14.
i Specify the number of screws according to the
cavity width, thereby ensuring that the beam can
be attached securely.
q Locate wall studs near the rear panel of the cavity
and mark drill holes in the beam.
q Predrill the wooden beam.
q Attach the wooden beam to the rear panel of the
cavity.
6. Preparing to connect the water
(only for appliances which require a water connection)
d CAUTION d
Turn off the main water tap to prevent damage
caused by leaking water.
q Attach the connecting pipe to the shutĆoff valve
according to the instructions supplied by the
manufacturer of the ice maker installation kit.
q Install the connecting pipe. Always observe the
indicated gap dimensions to prevent damage to the
connecting pipe when pushing in the appliance.
q Attach the connecting pipe to the floor with
adhesive tape.