Thetford 902 Topline - Manual (Page 8)

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Regulations & Standards
This appliance must be installed in accordance with the relevant local and national regulations
in force. Installation should only be carried out by a qualified installer or engineer.
The appliance is suitable for installation into Holiday Homes, Touring Caravans and Boats. In all
cases the national standards with regard to appliance location and ventilation for the particular
vehicle into which the appliance is to be installed must be adhered to.
Position
A cutout should be prepared in the worktop as shown on page 2. A gap between the edge of the
hotplate and combustible material, unless protected by a layer of non-combustible material,
must exist, the minimum size of this gap for the required installation is shown below:-
A = 40mm, minimum direct distance between hotplate edge and rear wall.
B = 100mm, minimum direct distance between hotplate edge and side wall.
Cupboards above the appliance must be positioned a minimum of 500mm from the glass
surface.
A foam seal is supplied which must be attached to the underside of the appliance around its
periphery prior to positioning the hob on the worktop. The appliance should then be clamped in
position using the 4 clamping screws provided.
The underside of the appliance must be shielded. It is recommended the shield is manufactured
from non-combustible material and located a minimum of 25mm below the lowest part of the
appliance. This air space must be provided with ventilation and we recommend ventilation slots,
minimum 3000mm
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, located in one of the 3 positions (6, 7 or 8) as shown in the diagram on
page 2. If the appliance is to be located over a cupboard or drawer the ventilation slots may be
positioned in the base of the enclosure at the rear.
INSTALLATION