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[wayne soper]

I know it's wrong but I can't find a code referance for an electric cooktop within 4-6 inches of combustibles. besides being in the closet.

[Jim Luttrall]

I think you would have to go with manufacturer requirements for the particular appliance.

[Billy Stephens]

I know it's wrong but I can't find a code referance for an electric cooktop within 4-6 inches of combustibles. besides being in the closet.
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Try This. ( page 3 )
* then take a nap ? ;)
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[Jerry Peck]

I know it's wrong but I can't find a code referance for an electric cooktop within 4-6 inches of combustibles. besides being in the closet.


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Try This. ( page 3 )
* then take a nap ? ;)
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Installation Clearances
A. 4" (10.2 cm) min. clearance from both sides of range to side wall or other combustible material
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[wayne soper]

Damb, now I owe you 2. 4" just seems wrong to me but I guess we're in.

[Jerry Peck]

Damb, now I owe you 2. 4" just seems wrong to me but I guess we're in.

Wayne,

SOME require more than 4", unless Billy posted the correct installation instructions for *that one* - *that one* "may" require more than 4".

[Billy Stephens]

Wayne,

SOME require more than 4", unless Billy posted the correct installation instructions for *that one* - *that one* "may" require more than 4".
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Posted attachment was not Model Specific.

That said 30 Inch free standing ranges installation instructions are very similar.

Jim Luttral's answer is Correct.
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[Matt Fellman]

My recommendation doesn't change if it's 3.9" vs. 4.1" - Or if the manf. says 4.5" and it's 4.6" - If it's close I mention it and recommend proper clearance or fire protection be provided. That way the client is informed and you've covered your butt... those are your main objectives... not measuring with a micrometer and determing if it falls within some preset specification.

[wayne soper]

Agreed Matt, But as you know, Someone is ALWAYS going to ask for the #

[Jerry Peck]

Matt,

Without getting into numbers, sometimes it is just EASIER (not necessarily "better" though) to explain it to you client as 'There is not even enough room to set a SMALL pot on the countertop next to the stove, that sure is INCONVENIENT and could lead to spills of hot food and liquid, which could cause 2nd and 3rd degree burns.'

However, if you want your client to have the backup to "get it corrected" or "get money instead of" having it corrected - that is where the numbers come into play.

There are situations where BOTH aspects play out to your clients advantage, so there is nothing wrong with doing BOTH.

[Ron Bibler]

Turn that baby on for about 20 min. With no pan on top you will cook the wall next to it:eek:

Best

Ron

[Billy Stephens]

Without getting into numbers, .
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This Installation's Number is 0. ;)
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[Rob Yarboro]

Looks like you missed the loose tiles.

[wayne soper]

that's the fireproofing:D guy said he got em right off the nose of the space shuttle.
The one in the woods behind Billy's house.

[Billy Stephens]

The one in the woods behind Billy's house.
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Tell Him " He Best Be Sending Them Back." :D
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[wayne soper]

What liafgiejrgij?:D

[Inspector 3500]

Wayne,

The wood trim of the framed opening is less than 4" from the side of the range, you may want to point that out. I would include the picture of the manufactures installation instructions showing the clear area requirements.

[Billy Stephens]

Wayne,

The wood trim of the framed opening is less than 4" from the side of the range, you may want to point that out.
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I would include the picture of the manufactures installation instructions showing the clear area requirements.
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Yeah, :D
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* got that. :)
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[Cobra Cook]

Supposed the combustibles were gas or oil? would that make a difference?

[Jerry Peck]

Supposed the combustibles were gas or oil? would that make a difference?


In what way?

You mean gasoline stored in the kitchen on the counter? That would be a Darwin Award winner for sure, skip right over Candidacy status.

Cooking oil? Is that any different than *heating it* on the stove top?

[wayne soper]

OK OKOKOKOKOK I already burned the house down and the only thing left was a stove standing in an empty lot .
And a pot of possum stew on top,
Thanks Billy!!!

[Billy Stephens]

And a pot of possum stew on top,
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Thanks Billy!!!
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Send That Back Along with Them Tiles. :cool:
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