9
Installation –
Mounting the Hood
Hood is intended to be mounted to a fi nished ceiling.
1.
Ceiling Preparation:
Determine hood mounting location and temporarily tape paper template (included with the
hood) to the ceiling. Cut-out internal shaded area of template to allow the ducting and electrical to pass through
(approx. 7”W x 7-
1/2
”D). Add wood blocking (min. 2” x 4”) onto ceiling joists to refi nforce ceiling above the drywall.
(FIG. A, #1) Secure (2) 1-
1/2
” wood screws into points A and B of the paper template (FIG. B). Do not completely
tighten screws, leave approx. 1/4” exposed.
2.
Hood Preparation:
Remove screws securing top and bottom support frames together. Adjust support frame to
accommodate the desired hood height and re-assemble the frame using the previously removed screws (2 screws
for each support frame arm). (FIG. A, #2)
3
1
2
6
5
4
Ceiling Joists
Wood Blocking
Top Support Frame
Bottom Support Frame
Hood Body/Canopy
front
A
B
Cut-Out Shaded Area
FIG. A
FIG. B
WARNING: Electrical wiring must be done by a qualified person(s) in
accordance with all applicable codes and standards. This range hood must be
properly grounded. Turn off electrical power at service entrance before wiring.
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PAPER TEMPLATE
Front of Hood
C/L
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