how much clearance is needed in the back for the lid to open?
1946787
Went and measured, you need about 1 1/2 inches of clearance in order to open the lid. Very minimal clearance is required.
579551
I own two of these , one for work and one for home. The rim is 3 and3/4 inches across. The actual opening where the lid might go is 2 and 1/4 inches.I usually steep my tea and then remove the strainer and put the lid on. Or the lid can rest on top but it isn't secure.
2011863
It doesn't narrow looking from the outside but the bottom of the can has a little space taken up for the pedal and apparatus that makes the lid open. The back of the lid is sticking out by like 2-3 inches, and then the rest of the back goes straight down
74597
I'm at work right now but I would say the opening is a little over 3 1/2 inches and it is about 7 inches high. Hope this helps.
602139
I don't believe that opening the lid requires any extra room on back side of unit. Ours is pushed tightly against a wall and lid does not contact wall when opened. Ill double check when I get home but pretty sure that is the case.
1878852
Safely 3 feet. Its the full width of the lid twice (since its folded over) plus about 8 inches. Also depends on how close you install the lift to the edge. The directions are horrible so measure it all out carefully before you drill.
428917
I agree with WMAK. I think you need a minimum of an inch on each side, as the lid is wider than the can. When the lid is opened fully it takes up about 44 inches from the floor to the opened lid, so you really can't put it under a shelf or cabinet. It needs to be open.
600008
I would suggest a minimum of 45 inches to clear the belt drive cover in the open position. You can get by with 41 inches if you need to.
1733339
there is a lip on the back of the top so a little clearance is required or it would strike the wall and not open completely; allow for about 4-5 inches!
164724
Not sure exactly, but about the thickness of the glass. The ledge that holds the lids is too wide.
249074
I have no idea. Sorry I can't help you with your question. I must say I do not particularly like the lid it comes with it. It is very difficult to take off and put back on.
2043254
I had no trouble opening mine. It stands back far enough on the rack to give plenty of clearance.
1606307
Good question. There is a one inch lip around the base of the BBQ to hold it in place. When you raise the lid it extends back approximately 1 inch, slightly less than the base lip. Easy to install and a wonderful product requiring very little rear clearance.
205876
The bottom of my counter is at 34", the lid hits the bottom of the counter and doesn't open all the way but its not a big deal. You need the bottom of your counter to be 35" or higher to get full clearance for the lid to work all the way. Picture here: https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/264449/Pics/photo.JPG
1095143
Best thing we ever bought! You need to measure the depth of your cover, and double it. Ours is probably 8". Makes it very easy to open and close. If it doesn't fit that direction, maybe you could shift the direction you open the cover?
87760
I agree with Gerald Clare. The opening narrows slightly from the top to the narrowest width. I measured 7 cm at the top and 6.7 cm at the narrowest width would be a good estimate for me.
724599
58" clearance is needed to open the top plus your fingers to open so I would give it 60" with the wheels on, also when putting it together save the long thinner screws for the opening top, instructions do not let you know which screw goes where.