Thermador T36IB70CSS/01 User manual

INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
For Built-in Refrigerators
and Freezers
INSTRUCTIONS
D'INSTALLATION
Pour refrig6rateurs et
congelateurs encastres
INSTRUCCIONES
s
DE INSTALACION
Para los refrigeradores
y congeladores empotrados
9000189696
Bottom Freezer
(2-door)
Congelateur inf@ieur
(2 portes)
Congelador independiente
(2 puertas)
Thermedor _

Contents
Before you Begin ........................................................................... 4
Definitions ............................................................................... 4
Important information ...................................................................... 4
Installation options .......................................................................... 5
Individual unit ............................................................................. 5
Side by-Side ............................................................................. 5
Individual appliances with partition ........................................................... 5
At the end of the kitchen units ............................................................... 5
Installation location1 ........................................................................ 6
Installation room .......................................................................... 6
Installation cavity .......................................................................... 6
Furniture/fixtures .......................................................................... 6
Base .................................................................................... 6
Connecting the power ....................................................................... 7
Additional grounding procedure ............................................................. 7
Grounding instruction ...................................................................... 7
Connecting the water ....................................................................... 7
Installation dimensions ...................................................................... 8
Single installation .......................................................................... 8
Side-by Side installation .................................................................... 9
Appliance dimensions ....................................................................... 10
Required accessories and tools .............................................................. 11
1. Supplied accessories ................................................................... 11
2. Optional accessories ................................................................... 11
3. Other required accessories from specialist outlets ........................................... 11
4. Tools ................................................................................ 11
5. Other ................................................................................ 11
Installation instructions ...................................................................... 12
1. Checking the installation cavity .......................................................... 12
2. Removing the packaging ............................................................... 12
3. Preparing the appliance ................................................................. 13
4. Changing over the door hinges .......................................................... 13
5. Preparing the installation cavity .......................................................... 15
6. Attaching an alternative anti tip device .................................................... 17
7. Preparing to connect the water .......................................................... 17
8. Attaching the edge protection ........................................................... 18
9. Side-by Side installation ................................................................ 18
10. Pushing the appliance into the installation cavity ............................................ 18
11. Installing and aligning the appliance ...................................................... 19
12. Attaching the appliance to the top of the cavity ............................................. 20
13. Attaching the individual appliance to the side of the cavity .................................... 21
14. Connecting the water to the appliance .................................................... 21
15. Attaching the toe kick panel ............................................................. 22
16. Preparing the furniture doors ............................................................ 23
17. Loading the appliance door ............................................................. 24
18. Attaching the adjusting rail to the furniture door (refrigerator compartment) ...................... 24
19. Attaching and aligning the furniture door (refrigerator compartment) ............................ 25

20.Attachingthefurnituredoor(refrigeratorcompartment)...................................... 26
21.Attachingtheadjustingrail(freezercompartment)........................................... 27
22.Attachingandaligningthe furnituredoor(freezercompartment)............................... 28
23. Attachingthefurnituredoor(freezercompartment).......................................... 29
24. Attachingthelowerbracket ............................................................. 30
25. Attachingthefingerguard............................................................... 30
26. Attachingthecovers ................................................................... 31
27. Mountingofairseparator............................................................... 32
28. Adjustingthedooropeningangle ........................................................ 33
29. Changingthedoorspring............................................................... 33
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Before you Begin
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
IN PORTANT These installation instructions are intended for use by
Save these instructions for local inspector's use.
Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
Note to Installer Be sure to leave these instructions
with the Consumer.
Note to Consumer Keep these instructions with your
Owner's Manual for future reference.
WARNING
This appliance must be properly grounded. See the
section on "Connecting the power" on page 7.
WARNING
_ hese appliances are top heavy and must be
secured to prevent the possibility of tipping
forward. Anti tip protection is required.
Keep doors closed until the appliance is completely
installed and secured per installation instructions.
qualified installers. All connections for water, electrical
power and grounding must comply with local codes and
ordinances and be made by licensed personnel when
required. In the absence of a local code:
In the U.S.A., in accordance with the National
Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA70 latest edition/State
and Municipal codes and/or local codes.
In Canada, in accordance with the Canadian
Electric Code C22.1 latest edition/Provincial and
Municipal codes and/or local codes.
Definitions
WARNING This indicates that death or serious
injuries may occur as a result of not observing this
warning.
Due to the weight and size of this appliance, and to
reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the
product TWO PEOPLE ARE REQUIRED FOR
PROPER INSTALLATION.
CAUTION
Skill Level Installation of this appliance requires basic
mechanical, carpentry and plumbing skills. Proper
installation is the responsibility of the installer. Product
failure due to improper installation is not covered under
the Appliance Warranty. See the Owner's Manual for
warranty information.
WARNING
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose.
Immediately repair or replace electric service cords that
become frayed or damaged.
Unplug the appliance or switch off the fuse before
cleaning or making repairs.
Repairs should be made by a qualified service
technician.
CAUTION This indicates that minor or moderate
injuries or damage may occur as a result of not
observing this warning.
[_ This symbol is used to draw the user's attention to
something in particular.
Important information
The importance of complying with all regulations
and instructions in this installation manual cannot be
emphasised enough. The installation should be carried
out by a qualified fitter.
Before starting the installation, always read this
installation manual in full. It contains important details
which the fitter must observe. Provided this manual is
read thoroughly, the installation wilt be simple,
trouble free and, most importantly, safe.

Installation options
There are many different installation options.
These are limited only by the design of the kitchen and
the function of the finger guard.
Individual unit
* Partition required!
[_ When 2 appliances are installed Side-by Side,
the Basic Combination Side-by-Side Sealing kit
"BSEALKIT10" must be used to ensure a stable
connection.
See the section on "Optional accessories" on
page 11.
Individual appliances with partition
,
,,
Note
When dimensioning the partition for model 4, note
the thickness of the furniture fronts to prevent
damage if the doors are opened at the same time.
Use the Extreme Combination Side-by-Side
Heating kit "XHEATKIT10"
a) If the gap between the appliances is tess than
6" (160 mm),
See the section on "Optional accessories" on
page 11.
Minimum thickness of the partition 5/s" (16 mm).
At the end of the kitchen units
If one side of the appliance is visible, a side panel must
be used.
The side panel must be connected firmly to the watt,
the floor and overhead furniture/fixtures before the
appliance is placed in the cavity.
The dimensions of the side panel are taken from the
opposite cavity watt. During installation ensure that the
cavity is square and the exact size.
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installation location
Do not install the appliance:
outdoors,
in an environment with dripping water,
in rooms which are at risk of frost.
Appliance is very heaw for empty weight see the
following table:
BM (Bottom Mount) 36" approx. 430 tbs /195 kg
Installation room
The appliance should be installed in a dry, ventilated
room.
The ambient temperature should not drop below 55 °F
(13 °C) or rise above 110 °F (43 °C), otherwise
malfunctions may occur.
The installation location should not be exposed to direct
sunlight and not placed near a heat source, such as an
oven, radiator, etc. If installation next to a heat source is
unavoidable, use a suitable insulating plate or observe
the following minimum distances from the heat source:
11/4" (30 mm) from an electric cooker,
12" (300 mm) from an oil or solid fuel cooker.
Installation cavity
It is important to observe the specified dimensions of
the installation cavity for a trouble free installation of the
appliance and for the subsequent general view of the
furniture front.
]]ln particular ensure that the cavity is square.
Squareness can be checked by suitable means,
e.g. spirit level, diagonal measurements, etc.
]]The side walls of the cavity must be flush.
The minimum thickness of side walls and the top watt
must be 5/8" (16 mm).
The minimum thickness of toe kick panet must be
U2" (13 mm).
A thickness of 3/4" (19 mm) is recommended.
Furniture/fixtures
The new appliance is screwed securely to adjacent
and overhead furniture/fixtures.
For this reason it is essential that all attachable
furniture/fixtures are connected securely to the
base or the watt by suitable means.
Base
A fully toad appliance is very heavy for the
toad bearing capacity at least see the following table:
BM (Bottom Mount) 36" approx. 1200 tbs /540 kg
To ensure that the appliance is installed securely and
functions properly, the base must be flat and level.
The base must be made of a hard, rigid material.
The installation area must be the same height as the rest
of the room.
On account of the heaw weight of a fully loaded
appliance, a toad bearing base is required. If in doubt,
contact an architect or a building expert.

Connecting the power
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in
death, fire, or electrical shock.
The appliance comes with a 3 wire power supply cord,
UL listed in the USA.
The appliance requires a 3 wire receptacle.
The receptacle must be installed by a licensed
electrician only.
Orient ground prong to the bottom as shown in the
pictures.
For the installation position of the receptacle see
"Installation dimensions", page 8.
Additional grounding procedure
Some local regulations may require a seperate ground.
In such cases, the required accesseory ground wire,
clamp and screw must be purchased seperatety.
Never ground the appliance to plastic plumbing lines,
gas lines or water pipes.
Grounding instruction
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of
a malfunction or breakdown, grounding wilt reduce
the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least
resistance for the electric current.
Improper connection of the equipment grounding
conductor may result in electric shock. Have the
appliance checked by a qualified electrician or
service technician if you are in doubt as to whether
the appliance has been properly grounded.
Connecting the water
A cold water connection is required for operation of
the automatic ice maker. The water pressure must
be between 25 and 120 p.s.i. (1.72 8.25 bar).
The installation must comply with local plumbing
regulations.
A separate shut-off valve must be installed for the
appliance water connection.
The shut off valve for the water connection must not be
behind the appliance. It is recommended to place the
shut off valve directly next to the appliance (base unit)
or in another easily accessible location.
When installing the water connection, observe the
permitted installation areas for the pipe. For the
permitted installation areas and dimensions see
"Installation dimensions", page 8.
The supply pipe can be located at the side on the right
(a), at the side on the left (b) or underneath (c).
Maximum outer diameter of the water pipe
(without fittings): _3/32" (10 mm).
Attach a separate shut off valve for the water
connection in a suitable, easily accessible location.
Do not use a self piercing valve!
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installation dimensions
Single installation
• , :i_
il
18" (457)
(25)
36" (914)
36" (914)
ill
ill
iiil_i_
B
(46)
Water connection
a)
2 5/16"
(59)
b)
c)
(2s)
(1o)
I m .... 13!/3_'
(25)
l U /5_),o,2
I 8 (lo)
Legend:
A Areafor installationofthe powerconnection
B Areafor installationoftlqewaterconnection
D Openingdepthof niclqe,dependingon kitclqendesign
(seeDESIGNGUIDE)
D= 24" (610mm)minimum
NOTE: Cavitymustbesuare.
Sidewailoftile cavitymustbeflush.

Side-by-Side installation
The cavity dimensions indicated above for the
respective appliance apply to a Side-by Side installation
of two appliances.
The total width of the cavity results from the addition of
the cavity widths indicated for the two appliances.
Example:
Freezer 18" /Bottom Mount appliance 36"
18"
L 9" (457) (1371) 36!, 18" (914)
ii
i4 _
(2133,6)
90 ° 90 °
i° "° ° ii
t8" 36"
(457) _,: (914}
(13"71)
18" 36"
(457) 54" (914)
(1371)
Legend:
A Areafor installationoftile powerconnection
B Areafor installationofthewaterconnection
D Openingdepthof niclle,dependingon kitcllendesign
(seeDESIGNGUIDE)
D- 24" (610mm)minimum
NOTE: Cavitymustbesuare.
Sidewalloftile cavitymustbeflush.
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Appliance dimensions
(338,9)
82t
t 211/32"
(333,7)
e) 24"
(¢10)
b)
5i 1!/32'
(1304 4}
a)
84'*
(2133,6}
b)
2813'32 '
(721,e)
e)
(9818)
c)
115'
Legend:
a) Adjustmentin levellinglegs+13/8" (35ram)/-1/2" (13ram).
b) Dimensionsmayvary.
c) Tllicknessofdoorpanelmayvary.
d) Tllis dimensionmayvarydependingon installation,paneltllickness
and kitcllenIlardware.
e) Unitdimensions
Note: Onedesignoftilewoodenpaneldisplayed.Forfurtlqerinforma=
tionabouttiledifferentstylescllecktileDESIGNGUIDE.
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Required accessories and
1. Supplied accessories
Installation instructions
Operating instructions
Installation kit
2. Optional accessories
Basic Combination Side-by-Side Sealing kit
"BSEALKIT10"
For permanent connection of two individual appliances,
e. g. Freezer next to Refrigerator.
Extreme Combination Side-by-Side Heating kit
"XH EATKIT10"
a) If the gap between the appliances is tess than
6" (160 mm).
Extra long finger protection part
Panel unification part "FPCONNTSIO" (Metal strip)
For connection of two furniture doors.
3. Other required accessories
from specialist outlets
Ice maker installation kit 1/4"OD copper line
For connecting appliances which require water, e.g. for
an ice maker.
[_ Maximum outer diameter of the water pipe
(without fittings): _3/32" (10 mm).
4. Tools
Cordless screwdriver T20
Torx screwdriver T20
Torx bit T20 + magnetic holder
5/_6" (8 ram) hex nut driver
Wood drills in different sizes
Open end wrench 1/2"(SW 13 mm)
Multigrip pliers
Adjustable wrench
tools
Cutter with adjustable blade
Metal tape measure
Square
Spirit level length 2' (60 cm) and 4' (1,2 m)
Marking out level, length at least 4' (1.2 m) for
individual appliances or 7' (2.0 m) for Side by Side
installation
5. Other
Stepladder
Dolly, hand truck
Hammer drill for drilling holes in watt or floor
Bits according suitable for material and in different
sizes
Wooden beam (cross section min. 3" x 4"
(75 cmxl00 cm)) as an alternative titt protection,
length according to the width of the installation
cavity
Wooden screws in different sizes
Thin (max. _/_6" (1.5 mm)), suitable material to
protect the floor from damage (e.g. tino)
Suitable material for covering and protecting
furniture (e.g. protective sheets)
Adhesive tape
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installation instructions
1. Checking the installation cavity
To ensure a safe, trouble free installation and an
optimum overall view of the subsequent furniture
front, thoroughly check that the installation cavity
complies with the installation requirements.
Before starting the installation, check that the installation
cavity complies with all requirements for a safe and
trouble free installation.
[3 Check the base.
Follow the instructions in the section on "Installation
location" on page 6.
C3 Check the dimensions of the cavity.
C3 Check that the cavity is square.
C3 Check location of the socket.
Also follow the instructions in the section on
"Connecting the power" on page 7 and in the
section on "Installation dimensions" on page 8.
C3 Check location of the water connection.
(only for appliances with ice maker)
Atso follow the instructions in the section on
"Connecting the water" on page 7.
[3 Check attachment of the adjacent furniture/fixtures.
All furniture parts in the vicinity of the appliance
must be connected securely to the watt.
[3 Check that adjacent furniture/fixtures do not collide
(door opening angle).
2. Removing the packaging
The appliance may tip over while it is being
unpacked.
The appliance is very heavy.
When opening the appliance door, the appliance
may tip forwards.
Be careful, otherwise people who are helping may be
injured or the appliance may be damaged.
To protect the base from damage during installation:
C3 Attach a residual piece of carpet, tino, etc. to the
floor with adhesive tape in front of the intended
installation location.
C3
C3
Move the appliance with a hand truck securely.
Remove transportation packaging:
Remove the cartoon. Use the cutter securely to
protect the surface of appliance.
Take supplied accessories out of protection
parts of packaging.
Do not remove transportation safety devices which
protect the shelves and storage compartments inside
the appliance until the installation is complete,
otherwise the parts may be damaged.
[3 Check appliance for damage in transit.
Do not install the appliance if it is visibly damaged.
If in doubt, contact your dealer.
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3. Preparing the appliance
C3 Remove the side brackets and fixing plates which
attach the furniture fronts.
To do this, loosen the fastening screws and remove
the stop parts.
[_ Store the stop parts in suitable receptacles,
otherwise they may get lost.
4. Changing over the door hinges
Before working on the hinge, release the spring
risk of injury!
The door hinges may have to be changed over
depending on the installation situation.
C3 Release the spring on the hinge. Loosen the screw
from [ to O.
[3 Remove the hinge box covers.
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Unscrew the door. Fix the hinges on the appliance. Change the hinges
crosswise!
Remove the hinges. Fix the door.
Change over the fixation parts on the door. Span the spring on the hinge. Tighten the screw
from 0 to I.
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D=24_25 W'
(610-647)
C3 Fix the hinge box cover.
C3 Change the attachment plates crosswise.
5. Preparing the installation cavity
[_2 anti tip brackets are required for each appliance
or appliance combination (Side by Side).
C3 Specify the attachment points of the
anti tip brackets.
Specify the detailed dimensions according to the
section on "Installation dimensions" starting on
page 8.
C3 If the installation cavity is deeper than the appliance,
place a solid wooden beam behind the
anti tip brackets and attach securely to the base or
the walt.
The length of the wooden beam is equal to the
width of the installation cavity!
If possible, always screw the wooden beam to
existing studs on the rear panel of the cavity.
In some installations the sub flooring or finished floor
may necessitate angling the wood screws used to
fasten the anti tip brackets to the back walt.
Important information for secure attachment of the
anti tip brackets:
The supplied set contains fastening screws for
various applications. Select the fastening screws
according to the local conditions.
If the supplied fastening screws do not permit
secure attachment of the anti tip brackets and
therefore the appliance, another method must
be used to attach the anti tip brackets securely.
Assure that there are no electrical wires or plumbing
in the area which the screws could penetrate risk of
injury and damage!
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Wood floor application
Use the (5 x 60 mm) and (4 x 15 mm) wooden screws
provided.
CI Drill pilot holes:
1/s" (3 mm)for the (5 x 60 mm) wooden screws
5/64" (2 mm) for the (4 x 15 mm) wooden screws
Being certain the screws penetrate through
the flooring and into the watt plate a minimum
of 3/4" (19 ram).
C3 Attach the anti tip bracket completely. Be sure
screws hold tight.
C3
a,
Clean hole or continue drilling additional depth.
b. c.
C3 Manually insert the screw into the walt plug until the
screw begins to resist.
CI Knock the watt plug and screw into the hote until the
screw head is approx. 1/2"(13 mm) from the anti tip
bracket.
I_] The distance D between the anti tip brackets is
adequately the width of the appliance.
Concrete floor applications
Always wear safety glasses and other necessary
protective devices or apparel when installing or
working with anchors risk of injury!
Not recommended for use in light weight masonry
material such as block or brick.
Not recommended for use in new concrete which has
not had time to cure.
Do not use core drills to drill holes for this anchor.
Use concrete anchor M8 and M8 stew. Additional use
the (5x60 mm) and (4x15 mm) wooden screws
provided.
CI Drill a 10 mm diameter hote any depth exceeding
the minimum embedment. Use the provided drill.
[_The distance D between the anti tip brackets is
adequately the width of the appliance.
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6. Attaching an alternative anti-tip
device
If possible, always screw the wooden beam to
existing studs on the rear panel of the cavity.
If the anti tip brackets cannot be attached securely,
an alternative anti tip device can be attached.
However, ensure that there is no play between the
appliance and the anti tip device.
[3 Saw the wooden beam (cross section min. 3" x 4"
(75 cmx 100 cm)) to the required length.
Length is equal to the width of the installation cavity!
_i] Note
If the installation cavity is deeper than the appliance,
select a beam which has a larger cross section or
attach 2 beams.
The beam must cover the appliance by at least 2"
(50.8 mm).
C3 Locate watt studs near the rear panel of the cavity
and mark drill holes in the beam.
C3 Predrittthe wooden beam.
C3 Attach the wooden beam to the rear panel of the
cavity.
7. Preparing to connect the water
(only for appliances which require a water connection)
C3
C3
C3
Turn off the main water tap to prevent damage
caused by leaking water.
Attach the connecting pipe to the shut off valve
according to the instructions supplied by the
manufacturer of the ice maker installation kit.
Install the connecting pipe. Always observe the
indicated gap dimensions to prevent damage to the
connecting pipe when pushing in the appliance.
Attach the connecting pipe to the floor with
adhesive tape.
[3 Mark the installation height (lower edge of the beam)
on the rear panel of the cavity.
C3 Select screws according to the thickness of the
wooden beam: length - min. 2.5 x beam thickness,
diameter #12 or #14.
[_ Specify the number of screws according to the
cavity width, thereby ensuring that the beam can
be attached securely.
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8. Attaching the edge protection 9.Side-by-Side installation
[_lf a side by side installation is intended,
now connect the two appliances together.
See the Installation Manual for the Side by Side kits.
To protect the corners of the installation cavity,
attach the supplied protective brackets with
adhesive tape.
10. Pushing the appliance into the installation cavity
Caution when pushing the appliance into the
installation cavity. Do not damage the water pipe
or power cord attached to the floor.
[_ When the floor or the appliance is tilted in
comparison to the installation cavity adjust height
adjustable wheels before you move the appliance
into the installation cavity.
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Put the mains plug into the socket.
[_ln the case of Side-by Side appliances a separate
socket must be used for each appliance.

(3
C3
Preventthepowercordfrombecomingcaught.
Tieapieceofstringtothemiddleofthepowercord
andfeedforwardsundertheappliance.When
pushingintheappliance,pullthecableforwards.
or
Using adhesive tape, stick the power cord to the
floor centrally behind the appliance approx. 15"
(380 mm) away from the rear panel of the cavity.
Carefully push the appliance into the cavity until
the height-adjustable wheel interlock with the
anti tip brackets.
[3 Remove edge protection.
11. Installing and aligning the
appliance
(3
rs
Align the appliance with the furniture fronts.
Place marking out level over the installation aid
parts on the door.
The installation aid parts on the door have been
designed for the following total thickness of furniture
doors:
:_" (19 mm)
11/2"(38 mm)
Always take account of the possible differing
thickness of the furniture fronts which are to be
fitted subsequently.
The height adjustable feet at the front and rear can all
be adjusted from the front.
Front: with open ended wrench 1/2" (SW13)
Rear: with 5/16" (8 mm) hex nut driver
via flexible shaft.
A mark is attached to the appliance base and is used as
a standard gage for height adjustment. When adjusting
the height, align this mark at a height of 1'/4" (32 mm)
above the floor.
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360 °
Min 4x;_
CI Unscrew the height adjustable feet until the mark
on the base has reached the indicated guide
dimension (11/4"/32 mm).
[_lt is very important to comply with this dimension for
the subsequent alignment of the furniture fronts.
CI Align the furniture fronts with the spirit level.
_i] Note:
Do not twist or jam the appliance inside the cavity!
When unscrewing the height adjustable feet,
proceed gradually: Always alternate between left
and right, left and right, etc..
The adjustment of the rear feet is facilitated if the
appliance is unloaded at the rear.
If using a wooden beam as an alternative anti tip
device according to point 5 of this installation
manual, rotate the appliance all the way towards
the wooden beam.
12.
C3
Attaching the appliance to the
top of the cavity
Screw the attachment plate tugs (top) to the
overhead furniture/fixtures.
CI Fix the attachment plate side tugs (top) depending
on the installation situation. If there is no gap or only
a slight gap, it is not necessary to fix the side tugs.
CI If there is a fairly large gap above the appliance, fit a
wooden beam above the appliance, ensuring that
the wooden beam fits the gap exactly.
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