Thermador Masterpiece Series Freedom Collection 36 Inch Induction Smart Cooktop Installation Instructions - Manual (Page 8)

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4.2 Securing the cooktop to the countertop
The cooktop must be secured from below using the hold-
down brackets provided, so it does not slip.
1.
Place the cooktop face down on a soft underground.
2.
Attach the hold-down brackets to the underside of the
cooktop with the provided short screws . Do not
tighten the screws.
3. Rotate the hold-down brackets so that the appliance
can be placed in the cutout.
4. CAUTION - Risk of injury! Do not let the cooktop
drop into place.
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Make sure that the cooktop is supported along the
edges when carefully placing it into the cutout.
Turn the cooktop over and place it carefully into the
countertop cutout.
5. Insert the clamping screws into the hold-down bracket
and secure the cooktop to the countertop . Protect
delicate countertops by placing a wooden disk under-
neath.
6.
Tighten the hold-down bracket screws on the cooktop
underside.
Electrical connection 5 Electrical connection
Electrical connection Read these instructions to safely connect your appliance
to the electrical supply.
5.1 Electrical requirements
Ensure that the following general requirements are met.
¡ You can find the rating plate with the electrical specifi-
cations on the underside of the appliance.
→ "Rating plate location", Page 9
¡ The junction box must be located within 3 feet of the
cooktop connection. It should be easily accessible for
service purposes.
max. 3¼" (79 mm) + fitting/conduit 1" (25 mm)
min. 1" (25 mm) air clearance
approx. 12" (300 mm)
junction box
flexible conduit approx. 3 ft. (900 mm)
Power supply
All models must be connected with the included 39" (1 m) flexible conduit.
CIT30YWBB 30 A 30 A
CIT36YWB 30 A 30 A
CIT36YWBB 30 A 30 A
5.2 Connecting electrical supply
WARNING
Before installing, turn power OFF at the service panel.
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Lock service panel to prevent power from being turned
ON accidentally.
Note: If the cooktop is installed and connected as speci-
fied here, it will be grounded in compliance with the Na-
tional Electrical Code.
1.
Install a suitable junction box (not furnished).
The branch-circuit breakers ampacity, the wire sizes
and the connections must conform to the requirements
of the National Electrical Code or Canadian Electrical
Code and all local codes and ordinances.
2.
Attach the flexible conduit to the junction box.