CABINET PREPARATION8GHFD EMin. 48" Wide HoodMin. 36" Wide HoodI16"Electrical andGas Supply.2"13"Max.12" Min. toCombustibleMaterial ,Each SideCAUTION36" Min. tocombustiblematerial , fromcooking surfaceCooking Surface2" x 4" cornersupport (if required)18" Min.ACB As defined in the "National Fuel Gas Code" (ANSI Z223.1, Latest Editon).The level of the cooktop must be at the same level or above the countertop level.Fig. 1 CS Cooktop ModelsSTEP 3:1) To ensure professional results, the cabinet and countertop openings should be prepared by aqualified cabinet worker. We recommend having the cooktop available before cutting the openingfor more precise dimension verification.2) The clearances shown in Fig. 5 pg. 10 are required for all types of backguard installations.3) The cooktop is designed to hang from the countertop from its side flanges. The countertop,however, must be strong enough to support this heavy cooktop. It may be necessary to add asupporting cleat along each side or other form of support such as a 2”x 4”corner brace on each side,or a deck to set the cooktop on. See Fig.1.4) The cooktop can be installed in various positions with the front either flush or projecting,depending on the countertop depth. See Fig. 2 & Fig. 4 (cooktop side view).5) Establish the centerline of the desired cooktop location. It should be the same as the center of theoverhead ventilation hood.A B C D E F G HCS 48 Models 47-7/8” 26-1/2” 8-7/16” 46-5/16” 22-3/4” 8” 7/8” 0-2-1/2”CS 36 Models 35-7/8” 26-1/2” 8-7/16” 34-15/16” 22-3/4” 8” 1/2” 0-2-1/2”