what clearance does it need above the top and below cabinet? Does it give off a lot of heat?
1595444
My answer is going to be a bit different than what I've read by others. My intent is not to be controversial but to err on the side of caution. Mine sits on a counter top with a space of 10" from the top of the oven to the bottom of a kitchen cabinet. Either side of the oven has at least 6" of space. The bottom sits on the counter top on the units four mounted feet. Broiling a steak, chops, etc. is doing it's job at 500 degrees so if the unit didn't get hot then I doubt it would be doing its job. Naturally heat rises and disperses to the top and to each side. These would be areas I would not choose to touch while it's on for obvious reasons. I've had mine now for nearly a year without any problems. Giving proper attention by allowing the unit to have ventilation above and to each side; you shouldn't have any issues with heat.
1595445
No, it does not give off a lot of heat. As to clearance, your guess is as good as mine. I suppose, no less than 6 inches will be appropriate.
1595446
It's quite small, which is why we bought it, so I doubt any cabinet would be too low to crowd it. It doesn't give off much heat.It is perfect for toast, eggos, muffins etc. We would not use it to replace an oven.
361863
Mine is in a 3 sided cabinet with an open back. Doesn't seem to get too hot. Mine does have space on both sides, front and top of unit . Our open back allows for plenty of air circulation.
1464017
I would not suggest it. This unit needs full airflow all around it. I have mine in a cabinet space with ample air circulation, but it died after a year. You need to find one that is actually "under counter installation" approved.
605151
I believe the required clearance is only about 3 inches. There are no "vents" in the exterior. Because this is radiant heat, the exterior really does not get very hot. Google this spa and you can find a pdf of the manual with the exact instructions, including assembly instructions as well. I found this very helpful as the booklet included with the spa, though the exact same content as the pdf, was very small and hard to read. The pdf is full-size and much easier.
405016
I would guess you would have to know the size of the opening in which you want to place it. I have 6 inches above the unit and it is placed in the corner so there is an open clearance behind it. I does get hot and needs to vent when you use the grill/convection features. I love the unit!!
216658
Don't know aas it is a counter unit and needs to be vented enough to disapate the heat build up I guess one can build a space a few inches bigger than the unit and slide it in that space. I was thnking myself of doing that under an island counter but leaving it clearance to slide in and out with a plug in the back.
202486
Yes. The cabinet is always cool to the touch. Very good source of supplemental heat. I ran two last winter, sometimes around the clock, with no problems.
1587447
The clearance from combustibles mounted horizontally at a 45 degree angle is 84" below the heater, 40" from the top of the heater, and 30" from the sides and back of the heater. Please see owners manual for additional installation information.
778589
I can't say with 100% certainty but the design suggests that it needs to be flat on the floor. Given that heat rises and there is no fan in this unit, a floor position is going to produce the optimal results. There are no heat vents on the sides and the bottom is aluminum.
1325563
It needs quite a bit of clearance on all sides, so it would depend on the size of the cabinet.
447214
If you get the correct size and have 18 inches above your stove. Mine works great and distributes a lot of heat quickly. The fan has some noise of course but nothing that's really loud, just the sound of a fan.
1724410
My gas range is right below the XtremeAir PX12-U30 hood and the clearance between the two is 27 inches. You question is for the clearance between the cupboard and the cooking surface and I don't have an answer. typically the XtremeAir hood is installed right ABOVE the cooking range.
1994521
It is an island hood so you do need some space for it. You also need electricity, ducting and another person to help put it up. It's a great looking unit. The stainless scratches easily so you have to be very careful when installing it. The vent stack is adjustable so you have wiggle room on the height. Do follow the instructions carefully. They are very specific about how far above the range it must be so as to maximize the ventilation.
1043132
Mine is on the bottom shelf of an entertainment center. The opening for my receiver is also 6.5 inches leaving 1/2 an inch above the receiver & there are legs underneath for ventilation. The 6 inch height of the receiver includes the legs. The receiver runs warm but not hot. You are ok with 6.5 inches total space but any less would not work as the vents on top would not have enough space.
1634103
If you are talking about the height above the range top, it should be about 28 - 32 inches. My installation is 29 inches, the governing factor is you don't want to hit your head on the vent unit when you lean over whatever you are cooking. The fan motor is powerful enough that we rarely use the high setting. As to adjustment, the unit as provided has the ability to adjust, but in my case, the ceiling was tilted and slightly too high, so I had an extended stainless duct piece fabricated (~$130) to make it all work.
1932259
It is not too high BUT am not sure it would go under the bed without constricting the flow of air......only one side gives the heat and so it would have to be near the edge to get the complete benefit. Not sure this helps but the flow of heat is not strong but rather a gentle heat flow...............
2222595
You should also have plenty of room between top and another surface, it gives off heat. Sad thing is all toaster ovens suffer from this, figured someone would have fixed that but it is a great oven.