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INSTALLATION
PREPARATIONS
DUCT VENTING AND ACCESSORIES:
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For new installation or your old range hood
doesn't have an exhaust duct, prepare to cut the
openings through the bottom of the cabinet, wall,
top of the cabinet or ceiling, denpending on the
mounting type. A 6" round semi-rigid aluminim
duct is included.
• If the existing exhaust duct size is not 6" in
diameter, please purchase a converter / reducer
/ adapter / elbow.
•
If the included duct is not long enough, please
purchase additional ducts to extend and reach to
the existing duct connection.
POSSIBLE TOOLS NEEDED:
•
Jig Saw or Reciprocating Saw;
•
Screwdrivers or Power Drill;
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Level;
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Measuring Tape;
• Knife:
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Duct / Foil Tape;
•
Screws;
• Marker / Pencil.
2 PEOPLE ARE REQUIRED FOR THE
INSTALLATION.
Venting Requirements:
• This range hood requires a venting system
leading to outdoors.
• The venting system must not end in an enclosed
area indoors.
• Use metal vent only. Rigid metal vent is
recommended. Semi-rigid aluminum vent is also
acceptable for easy connection. Plastic vent is
not recommended.
• Always keep the duct clean to ensure proper
airflow.
For the most efficient and quiet operation:
• The recommended mounting height is between
a minimum of 24" and a maximum of 30" above
the cooking surface to the bootom of the hood.
• It is recommended to have the venting system
go vertically from the range hood to the roof
using a 6" or bigger round metal / aluminum vent
duct. The vent duct is not included and must be
purchased separately.
•
Regardless the length of the vent duct, its size
should be uniform.
• Use no more than three 90° elbows.
• Make sure there is a minimum of 24" of straight
vent between the elbows if more than 1 elbow is
used.
• Do not install 2 elbows together.
• The length of the venting system and the
number of elbows should be kept to a minimum
to provide efficient performance.
•
Use silver tap or duct tap to seal all joints in the
venting system.
• Use caulking silicone to seal exterior wall or roof
opening around the cap.
