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Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer.Important: Save these instructions for the local electrical inspector’s use. Read and save these instructions for future reference.Read these instructions completely and carefully.If storage is located under the cooktop, do not use it to store flammable or heat-sensitive items such as detergents, aerosols, cleaners, water, food, or plastics.Installer:Read all installation instructions before installing the cooktop.Remove all packing material before connecting the electrical supply to the cooktop.Observe all governing codes and ordinances.Only certain cooktop models may be installed over certain built-in electric oven models.Be sure to leave these instructions with the consumer.Consumer:Keep the owner's manual and installation instructions for future reference.This appliance must be properly grounded.Damage caused by failure to follow these instructions is not covered by the cooktop warranty.

Tools Needed

PencilSaber SawPhillips ScrewdriverFlat-Blade ScrewdriverPliersTape MeasureLevelDrillSafety GlassesGloves

Parts not Provided

Junction BoxWire NutsStrain Relief (Conduit Connector)

Unpacking the Cooktop

Unpack and visually inspect the cooktop for any damage or missing components.Be sure the bottle of cleaner and conditioner packed in the literature bag is left where the user can find it easily. It is important that the ceramic-glass cooktop be pretreated before use. See Care and Cleaning.The model and serial numbers are located on a plate on the front side of the cooktop. Please record them in this guide; you will need them for warranty registration.

Technical Specifications

ModelsCBIH3013BEDescriptionInduction CooktopElectrical SpecificationsConnection voltage240/208 VAC 60 Hz., 29.6 A / 27.9 AMaximum connected power load7100 W / 5800 WCooktop Dimensions30 11/16" (781 mm) (W) × 3 11/16" (94 mm) (H) × 21 1/16" (534 mm) (D)Countertop Cutout DimensionsStandard Installation 28 1/2" (724 mm) - 28 5/8" (727 mm) (W) × 5 3/4" (146 mm) (H) × 19 5/8" (498 mm) - 19 11/16" (501 mm) (D)Cooking ZonesPositionSizePower (Level 9 / Boost)Front Left7 3/16" (185 mm)1717/2617 W (208 V)2100/3200 W (240 V)Front Right6 1/2" (165 mm)1063/1472 W (208 V)1300/1800 W (240 V)Rear Left6 1/2" (165 mm)1063/1472 W (208 V)1300/1800 W (240 V)Center9 15/16" (253 mm)1963/3517 W (208 V)2400/4300 W (240 V)ModelsCBIH3613BEDescriptionInduction CooktopElectrical SpecificationsConnection voltage240/208 VAC 60 Hz., 38.4 A / 36.2 AMaximum connected power load9200 W / 7524 WCooktop Dimensions36 5/8" (930 mm) (W) × 4 1/8" (105 mm) (H) × 21 1/16" (534 mm) (D)Countertop Cutout DimensionsStandard Installation 33 7/8" (860 mm) - 33 15/16" (863 mm) (W) × 5 7/8" (149 mm) (H) × 19 1/8" (486 mm) - 19 3/16" (488 mm) (D)Cooking ZonesPositionSizePower (Level 9 / Boost)Front Left7" (177.8 mm)1472/2290 W (208 V)1800/2800 W (240 V)Front Right7" (177.8 mm)1472/2290 W (208 V)1800/2800 W (240 V)Rear Left6" (152.4 mm)1145/1472 W (208 V)1400/1800 W (240 V)Rear Right7" (177.8 mm)1472/2290 W (208 V)1800/2800 W (240 V)Center11 1/8" (283 mm)1963/3517 W (208 V)2400/4300 W (240 V)The maximum power of each cooking zone depends on the size and material of the cookware used.

Preparing the Installation Location

All electric cooktops run off a single phase, three-wire or four-wire cable, 240/208 volt, 60 hertz, AC-only electrical supply with ground.Minimum distance between cooktop and overhead cabinetry is 30" (762 mm).Make sure the cabinets and wall coverings around the cooktop can withstand the temperatures (up to 93 ℃ [200 ℉]) generated by the cooktop.

Dimensions and Clearances

Do not obstruct these areas.Right sideRadius: 3/8" (10 mm)4″ X 8″ (102 mm x 203 mm) opening to route armored cable if panel is present.Approximate location of junction box-Dimension/Clearance30" Cooktop36" CooktopAWidth of upper plate30 11/16" (781 mm)36 5/8" (930 mm)BDepth of upper plate21 1/16" (534 mm)CDistance from bottom of upper plate to bottom of conduit3 9/16" (90 mm)3 15/16" (101 mm)DWidth of cooktop base28 1/8" (714 mm)33 1/2" (851 mm)EDepth of cooktop base18 13/16" (477 mm)FDistance from bottom of upper plate to bottom of cooktop base2 7/16" (61 mm)2 1/2" (64 mm)GHeight of conduit1 1/8" (29 mm)1 7/16" (37 mm)HDistance from side edge of cutout to side of counter2 1 1/8" (28 mm)IWidth of cutout2 28 1/2" (724 mm)1 28 5/8" (727 mm)2 33 7/8" (860 mm)1 33 15/16" (863 mm)JDepth of cutout2 19 5/8" (498 mm)1 19 11/16" (501 mm)2 19 1/8" (486 mm)1 19 3/16" (488 mm)KDepth of bottom cabinets23 13/16" (605 mm)23 3/8" (593 mm)LDistance from front of counter to front edge of cutout2 2 3/16" (55 mm)MDistance from rear edge of cutout to nearest combustible surface2 2 1/16" (52 mm)NHeight below cutout (Empty space is needed underneath the cooktop for optimum performance.)2 5 3/4" (146 mm)2 5 7/8" (149 mm)ODepth of overhead cabinets1 13" (330 mm)PClearance from top of cooking surface to bottom of overhead cabinets2 30" (762 mm)QClearance from countertop to bottom of adjacent cabinets2 18" (457 mm)RJunction box (approximate location)12" (305 mm)SJunction box (approximate location)10" (254 mm)TDistance from edge of cooktop to nearest combustible wall (either side of unit)2 2" (50 mm)All dimensions are stated in inches and millimeters (mm).Allow 2″ (50 mm) below the armored cable opening to clear the electric cable and allow space for installation of the junction box on the wall at the back of the cooktop.Thickness of glass: 3/16" (4 mm)To eliminate the risk of burns or fire by reaching over heated surfaces, cabinet storage space located above the cooktop should be avoided. If cabinet storage is provided, risk can be reduced by installing a range hood that projects horizontally a minimum of 5″ (127 mm) beyond the face of the cabinets.It is very important to keep 3 5/16" (85 mm) distance between the cooktop and a drawer or oven a underneath it.