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Select your region. I agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Notice. Create an Account. Yes Skip. Continue Shopping. Session Timed Out Your session has expired. Whirlpool Brand U. How to install a cooktop. Installing a cooktop: step-by-step instructions When you prepare for your cooktop install, you will need to ask an additional person to assist you.
Step 1: Disconnect and check the fuel source Depending on the fuel source your cooktop requires, there are two different processes to follow. Electric or induction cooktop: Verify the voltage and amperage of your new cooktop.
Gas cooktop: Check for wear in your flexible gas hose. Step 2: Remove old cooktop Once electricity has been shut off at the fuse box, ensure that the power is completely off by using a circuit tester on the wires. Remove all detachable parts from the cooktop, such as burner covers, grills and caulking.
If your cooktop is attached to your countertops with brackets, unscrew and remove brackets to release. With the help of one or more people, push the cooktop from the bottom to lift it up and out. Step 3: Measure countertop opening and check cooktop dimensions Typically, cooktops require 30 inches and foot clearances on each side, but these measurements may vary depending on the model. Step 5: Install clips and brackets to hold cooktop Clips attach to your cooktop and snap into brackets installed onto the countertop cut out to hold the appliance in place.
Step 6: Lower cooktop into place Using the help of at least one other person, lower the cooktop into place with the back end angled down. Make sure that the clips on each side of the cooktop line up with the brackets in the cutout. Push down on the cooktop to snap the clips into the countertop brackets. Follow product manual for model-specific installation instructions. Step 7: Connect cooktop to fuel source This step will vary depending on whether you are connecting a gas or electric cooktop.
For electric cooktop: Ensure electricity is still powered off at the fuse box before wiring the new cooktop. Bind all wires with a cable nut and tuck them within the junction box to avoid short-circuiting. For gas cooktop: Apply a generous amount of a pipe-joint compound to the smaller thread ends of the flexible connector adapters using a paintbrush. Plug in to the electrical outlet for the igniter to light the burners.
Step 8: Install trim and removable pieces Tighten the screws from the clips and brackets to ensure a secure hold. Electric or gas cooktop installation FAQs Get the answers to some frequently asked questions about cooktop installation before you start your DIY install.
Do you need an electrician to install a cooktop? Can you replace an electric cooktop with gas? Can you replace a 30" cooktop with 36"? How do you replace a cooktop with granite or quartz countertops? How much does it cost to install a cooktop? Examine the edges of the granite around the cutout for the cooktop. If the granite is installed over a plywood support, apply a coat of silicone sealer to the plywood, using a foam paintbrush. If there is no plywood support, the sealer is not needed as granite does not absorb water or swell when wet.
Locate the marked positions on the sides of the cooktop where the cooktop will connect to the spring clips. Find the identical positions on the cutout of the granite and adhere the spring clips to this spot with double-sided adhesive tape.
Seal the edges of the spring clips with silicone sealer. Call your fabricator and have him add granite to the sides of the cutout so that the Miele will fit. Probably the thin strips that are needed will be unter the trim for the cooktop. I would think it would be a fairly easy fix for the fabricator.
Am I making a big mistake? Appreciate any suggestions :. How big is too big? Need suggestions for 2 different granites in kitchen. Go to microtrim. I think this is just what you need. Red Lover - You are my hero! I think this is the perfect solution to my problem. I have several emails out to granite fabricators but have not heard from anyone.
I had thought about trim to fill the gap but thought we might have to fabricate ourselves. Thank you for responding so quickly. I knew I could count on my friends at GardenWeb! Indem Sie weiterhin auf der Website surfen bzw. Mehr erfahren. Small-Space Living. Kitchen and Dining Seating. Living Room and Entryway Seating. Sign In. Join as a Pro. Houzz TV. Houzz Research. Looking for the perfect gift? Send a Houzz Gift Card! Granite cutout too big for cooktop.
Suggestions needed. Cindy 13 years ago.
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