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We have a 600 mm wide free standing gas cooker sited in a 604mm gap between two fitted kitchen units. It is very old and needs replacing. My wife has selected a free standing dual fuel cooker (gas top, electric oven) which is 600 mm wide. Can I get a gas safe plumber to fit it in the existing 604 mm wide gap? I ask this question because a (non gas qualified) friend says that nowadays you need a space either side of the cooker. Many thanks for any replies.

it will state any site requirements in the manufactures instructions ask the store you are getting it from if you could see them