Sharp SCH2443GB Installation Manual

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1 EInduction Cooktop: SCH2443GB, SCH3043GBINSTALLATION MANUALIMPORTANT NOTES TO THE INSTALLER• Read the entire Installation Manual before installing the InductionCooktop.• Remove all packing material before connecting the electricalsupply.• Observe all governing codes and ordinances.• Be sure to leave these instructions with the consumer.• All cooktops must be hard wired (direct wired) into an approvedjunction box. A plug-in outlet is not permitted on these products.IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSWARNING Failure to follow the safety and installationinstructions in this manual may result in fire or electric shock thatcould cause property damage, personal injury or death.WARNING Never leave children alone or unattended in thearea where a cooktop is in use.WARNING Stepping, leaning or sitting on the cooktop mayresult in serious injury and damage to the cooktop.WARNING Do not store or use gasoline or other flammablevapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.WARNING Cabinets located above the radiant unit may burnor ignite due to overheating. Reduce the risk of burns and fire byinstalling a range hood that protects horizontally at a minimum of 5inches below the bottom of the cabinets.CAUTION Provide sufficient space around the cooking area toprevent accidents and achieve optimal ventilation.IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INFORMATION• Dimensions shown on page 3 and 4 must be used. Givendimensions provide minimum clearance.• Contact surface must be solid and level.• The approximate location of the junction box should be aminimum of 12" (30.5 cm) below the cooktop. See Figure 5.• Your cooktop can be installed into a countertop by itself, abovea gas or electric wall oven, above a microwave drawer or abovea convection microwave drawer.• All induction cooktops run off a single phase, three-wire cable,208/240V/30A 60Hz, AC only electrical supply with ground.Minimum distance between cooktop and overhead cabinetryis 3 0".PART INCLUDEDPARTS QTY.Cushion Tape # PCUSGB125MRP077 cm x 6 mm x 2 mm 2Cushion Tape # PCUSGB126MRP054 cm x 6 mm x 2 mm 2BEFORE INSTALLING THE COOKTOP1. Visually inspect the cooktop for damage. Ensure all cooktopscrews are on tight.2. Record the model and serial number as found on the bottom ofyour cooktop. When ordering parts for or making inquiries aboutyour cooktop, always be sure to include the model and serialnumbers and a lot number or letter from the serial plate on yourcooktop.3. Prepare the cutout dimensions of the countertop.4. Make sure the wall coverings, countertop and cabinets aroundthe cooktop can withstand heat (up to 200°F) generated by thecooktop. It is very important to allow sufficient space underthe cooktop. If under the cooktop has insufficient space, thetemperature may become too high and affect performance. SeeFigure 6.5. Apply the included cushion tape around the outer edge of theglass on all four sides. Do not overlap the tape. See Figure 1.6. Gently lower the cooktop into the countertop cutout.NOTE: Do not seal the cooktop to the countertop. The cooktop mustbe removable if service is necessary. Remove all packaging labelsand protective film before operating the induction cooktop.Bottom of CooktopFoam TapeCooktopGlassFigure 11SPECIAL WARNING• INSTALLATION AND SERVICE MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER.• IMPORTANT: SAVE THIS INSTALLATION MANUAL FOR LOCAL ELECTRICAL INSPECTOR’S USE.• READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.