2Before you begin—Read these instructions completely and carefully.IMPORTANT: Save these instructions for local inspector’s use.IMPORTANT: OBSERVE ALL GOVERNING CODES AND ORDINANCES.NOTE TO INSTALLER: Be sure to leave these instructions with theConsumer.NOTE TO CONSUMER: Keep these instructions with your Use and CareBook for future reference.If you have questions concerning theinstallation of this product, call the GEAnswer Center ® Consumer InformationService at 800.626.2000, 24 hours a day,7 days a week.If you received a damaged cooktop, youshould contact your dealer.Proper installation is the responsibility of theinstaller. Product failure due to improperinstallation is not covered under the GEAppliance Warranty. See the Use & CareGuide for warranty information.For Monogram local service in your area,1-800-444-1845.For Monogram Service in Canada1-888-880-3030.For Monogram Parts and Accessories, call1-800-626-2002.CAUTION:• This cooktop should be installed by aqualified installer or service technician.• Do not store items of interest tochildren in cabinets above thecooktop. They could be seriouslyburned climbing on the cooktop toreach them.• Never use your cooktop for warming orheating the room. Prolonged use of thecooktop without adequate ventilationcan be hazardous.• The cooktop should be easy to reachand lighted by natural light during theday.• Always disconnect the electrical ser vice tothe unit before repairing or servicing thecooktop. Disconnect the fuse or circuitbreaker. Failure to do so could result in adangerous or fatal shock. Know where yourmain disconnect switch is located.Check local building codes for the propermethod of cooktop installation. Local codesvary. Installation, electrical connections andgrounding must comply with applicablecodes. In the absence of local codes, thecooktop should be installed in accordancewith National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA70-1990.ContentsDesign InformationModels Available ................................................................................................................................. 3Dimensions and Clearances ..............................................................................................................3Advance Planning .............................................................................................................................. 3Installation PreparationTools & Materials Required ............................................................................................................... 4Electrical Location .............................................................................................................................4Base Cabinet Heat Clearances .......................................................................................................... 4Step 1: Cut the Opening .................................................................................................................... 5InstallationStep 2: Install Cooktop ...................................................................................................................... 6Step 3: Install Hold-down Brackets ................................................................................................... 6Step 4: Connect Electrical ................................................................................................................. 7CAUTIONWARNING This appliance must be properly grounded. See “Electrical Supply”, page 4.