Where should cooking appliances not be installed?

Cooking appliances should not be installed in attic spaces primarily due to safety and functional concerns. Attic spaces often lack proper ventilation, which can lead to the accumulation of heat and the potential for fire hazards. These areas may not have sufficient clearance for the appliances and do not provide adequate access for maintenance and use.

While some might believe that cooking appliances can be safely installed in storage areas, attics, or near windows, doing so can pose additional risks. For instance, installation in storage areas could lead to flammable materials being placed too close to high-heat appliances, increasing the risk of fires. Similarly, while cooking appliances might technically fit near windows, exposure to the elements or improper placement could impair their function and safety.

In dwelling units, the code has provisions and requirements in place to ensure that cooking appliances are installed safely, in a manner that is accessible and appropriate for use. This context underscores why dwelling units are indeed appropriate locations for cooking appliances, making it clear that the selected answer of "within dwelling units" as a location to avoid for installation is not the correct interpretation. Instead, the focus should be on the unsafe practices suggested by other options.