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KitchenAid Architect Series II KECC568RPS Install Manual
Cabinet Dimensions
IMPORTANT: If installing a range hood or microwave hood
combination above the cooktop, follow range hood or microwave
hood combination instructions for dimensional clearances above
the cooktop surface.
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M
L
K
A. 15" (38.1 cm) on 15" (38.1 cm) models; 30" (76.2 cm) on
30" (76.2 cm) models; 36" (91.4 cm) on 36" (91.4 cm) models
B. Combustible area above countertop (shown by dashed box
above)
C. 30" (76.2 cm) minimum clearance between top of cooktop
platform and bottom of uncovered wood or metal cabinet (24"
[61 cm] minimum clearance if bottom of wood or metal cabinet
is covered by not less than
millboard covered with not less than No. 28 MSG sheet steel,
0.015" [0.04 cm] stainless steel, or 0.024" [0.06 cm] aluminum
or 0.020" [0.05 cm] copper)
D. 13" (33 cm) recommended upper cabinet depth
E. 2" (5.1 cm)
F. 20½" (52 cm)
G. 18" (45.7 cm) minimum clearance from upper cabinet to
countertop within minimum horizontal clearances to cooktop
H. Junction box or outlet; 12" (30.5 cm) minimum from bottom of
countertop
I. Junction box or outlet; 10" (25.4 cm) from right side of cabinet
J. 14½" (36.8 cm) on 15" (38.1 cm) models; 29½" (74.9 cm) on
30" (76.2 cm) models; 35½" (90.2 cm) on 36" (91.4 cm) models
K. 1" (2.5 cm) minimum distance to nearest left and right side
combustible surface above cooktop
L. 1½" (3.8 cm) max. counter thickness on 15" (38.1 cm) models.
See the following illustration.
M. 1" (2.5 cm) minimum clearance between back wall and
countertop
NOTES: After making the countertop cutout, some installations
may require notching down the base cabinet side walls to clear
the cooktop base. To avoid this modification, use a base cabinet
with sidewalls wider than the cutout.
If cabinet has a drawer, a 3" (7.6 cm) depth clearance from the
countertop to the top of the drawer (or other obstruction) in base
cabinet is required.
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D
B
F
G
E
H
I
J
" [0.6 cm] flame retardant
For model 15" (38.1 cm) model only:
rear of cabinet or
rear wall under
countertop
A.
" (1.7 cm) min.
B. 1½" (3.8 cm) max.

Electrical Requirements

For 15" (38.1 cm) model only:
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect power before servicing.
Use 12 gauge copper wire.
Electrically ground cooktop.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
For all models except 15" (38.1 cm) model:
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect power before servicing.
Use 8 gauge copper wire.
Electrically ground cooktop.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is
recommended that a qualified electrical installer determine that
the ground path and wire gauge are in accordance with local
codes.
Check with a qualified electrical installer if you are not sure the
oven is properly grounded.
back edge
of cutout
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