GE PP975SMSS - Manual (Page 4)

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Installation Instructions
PREPARING THE OPENING
(CONT)
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Make sure the wall coverings, countertop and
cabinets around the cooktop can withstand
heat (up to 200°F) generated by cooktop.
4 CUTOUT DIMENSIONS OF THE
COUNTERTOP
To insure accuracy, it is best to make a template
when cutting the opening in the counter.
2-1/2" Min.
from front edge
of cutout and
front edge of
countertop
19-1/8" width of cut
33-7/8"
length of
cut 1-3/4" Min. Between
cutout and the wall
behind the cooktop
Wall covering,
cabinets and
countertop must
withstand heat up
to 200°F.
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For Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Forward Approach Installation Only:
NOTE: The enclosure must be made of wood
material. Also, an access panel is required for the
junction box, hold-down brackets, and service.
For models with
no drop box,
allow 5” minimum
depth between the
countertop and an
enclosure.
For models with
a drop box, allow
6-1/2” minimum
depth between the
countertop and an
enclosure.
(PP975)
6 1/2”
Drop
box
5”