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1 INSTALL FRAMING
FOR HOOD SUPPORT
IMPORTANT: Framing must be capable
of supporting 100 lbs.
Installation Instructions
If drywall is present, mark the screw hole locations for
the top mounting brackets. Remove the template.
• Cutaway enough drywall to expose 2 vertical studs at
the bracket location indicated on the template.
• Install a horizontal support at least 1" x 6" between two
wall studs at the top bracket installation location
. The
horizontal support must be flush with the room side of
the studs.
Use cleats behind both sides of the support
to secure the support to wall studs.
• Reinstall drywall.
Centerline of
Installation
Space
8" Min. Opening for Ductwork
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View From Rear
Cleats
1" x 6" Min.
Mounting
Support
2 INSTALL MOUNTING BRACKETS
This vent hood must be secured to the horizontal support or wall
studs.
• With the template taped in place, use a punch
to mark all mounting screw locations.
• Drill 1/8" pilot holes at the 6 punched locations.
• Remove the template.
• The 4 support bracket holes must enter studs
or the horizontal support.
Note:
Screws “A” and
“B” are pre-assembled
onto the brackets. Do not
remove these screws.
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Screws
“B”
Screws
“A”
• The two lower holes can be enlarged if they did not
enter studs to 3/8". Tap anchors for wall fasteners
into the bottom holes.
– Screws should be inserted by hand into the fasteners
to allow anchors to expand against the wall material.
Remove the screws for final installation.
• Secure the mounting brackets to the wall studs with
wood screws provided.