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49-2000930 Rev. 1

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Installation

Instructions

If you have questions, call GE Appliances at 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) 
or visit our website at: GEAppliances.com. In Canada, visit GEAppliances.ca or call 800.561.3344.

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and 
carefully.

IMPORTANT

 — 

Save these 

instructions for local inspector’s use.

IMPORTANT

 —

 Observe all governing 

codes and ordinances.

Note to Installer 

– Be sure to leave these 

instructions with the Consumer.

Note to Consumer 

– Keep these instructions for 

future reference.

Skill level 

– Installation of this vent hood requires 

basic mechanical and electrical skills.

Completion time 

– Approximately 1 to 3 hours

Proper installation is the responsibility of the 
installer.
Product failure due to improper installation is not 
covered under the Warranty.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

 Before beginning the installation, 

switch power off at service panel and lock the 
service disconnecting means to prevent power from 
being switched on accidentally. When the service 
disconnecting means cannot be locked, securely 
fasten a prominent warning device, such as a tag, to 
the service panel.

 Due to the weight and size of these 

vent hoods and to reduce the risk of personal injury 
or damage to the product, 

TWO PEOPLE ARE 

REQUIRED FOR PROPER INSTALLATION.

Disconnect all electrical power at 

the main circuit breaker or fuse box before installing.

 TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, 

ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSONS, 
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:

A.  Installation work and electrical wiring must be 

done by qualified person(s) in accordance with 
all applicable codes and standards, including 
fire-rated construction.

B.  Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion 

and exhausting of gases through the flue 
(chimney) of fuel burning equipment to prevent 
back drafting. Follow the heating equipment 
manufacturer’s guidelines and safety standards 
such as those published by the National Fire 
Protection Association (NFPA), the American 
Society for Heating, Refrigeration and Air 
Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) and the local 
code authorities.

C.  When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do 

not damage electrical wiring and other hidden 
utilities.

D.  Ducted fans must always be vented to the 

outdoors.

E.  Turn off breaker to adjacent rooms while working.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, 

USE ONLY METAL DUCT WORK.

Custom Insert Hood

UVC9420, UVC9480

Summary of Contents for GE UVC9420

Page 1: ...prominent warning device such as a tag to the service panel Due to the weight and size of these vent hoods and to reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the product TWO PEOPLE ARE REQUIRED FOR PROPER INSTALLATION Disconnect all electrical power at the main circuit breaker or fuse box before installing TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSONS OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING A I...

Page 2: ...with duct tape to prevent any leaks NOTE Flexible vent is not recommended Flexible vent creates back pressure and air turbulence that greatly reduces performance foot for vent hoods exterior opening Purchase the wall or roof cap and any transition and length of duct needed in advance Vent system can terminate either through the roof needed and installed immediately above the hood Wall and Ceiling ...

Page 3: ... the cabinet surface NOTE UL requires any combustible surface to be a minimum of 30 above the cooking surface Lower combustible surfaces may be covered to meet requirements minimum for vertical venting installed over an island NOTE The exhaust duct on the hood is closer to the rear of the hood It is important to plan for the alignment to the connection point of the hood 30 Minimum required 36 Maxi...

Page 4: ...ured and able to withstand 100 pounds 2 Min 2 Min 39 Between Studs CUSTOM CABINET FRAME The custom canopy or cabinet must have a rectangular opening to accommodate the custom hood insert by itself This opening has the same size for both a wall installation or an island installation Ensure parallelism and levelness of the cabinet so that it doesn t affect flushness of the hood with the cabinet 39 F...

Page 5: ...y secured and able to withstand 100 pounds C L 2 Min 2 Min 39 Between Studs CUSTOM CABINET FRAME The custom canopy or cabinet must have a rectangular opening to accommodate the custom hood insert by itself This opening has the same size for both a wall installation or an island installation Ensure parallelism and levelness of the cabinet so that it doesn t affect flushness of the hood with the cab...

Page 6: ...r recycling options for your appliance packaging material TOOLS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED NOT SUPPLIED Pencil and tape measure Step ladder Phillips and flat blade screwdrivers Level Safety glasses 10 ducting and caps as needed Aluminized duct tape Electric drill and appropriate bits Gloves Flashlight Needle nose pliers Tin snips Wire cutter stripper Strain relief for junction box UL listed wire nuts ...

Page 7: ... system or an equipment grounding terminal or lead on the hood The improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock Check with a qualified electrician or service representative if you are in doubt whether the appliance is properly grounded PREPARE HOUSE ELECTRICAL WIRING The custom cabinet must allow spacing for house wiring to reach junction box loca...

Page 8: ... source If house wiring is not 2 wire with a ground wire an electrician will need to convert existing wiring to meet these specs When house wiring is aluminum be sure to use U L approved anti oxidant compound and aluminum to copper connectors 1 Pull power supply wires through wall of insert canopy and attach the strain relief Thread the house wire through the junction box before the canopy is inse...

Page 9: ... house wiring out of the way 3 Push the hood canopy straight up through the cutout opening until the temporary locking clips engage The locking clips are designed to hold the insert sleeve in place until it is secured with screws 4 Once the hood canopy is in place seal the duct to the damper with duct tape DO NOT USE SCREWS INSTALLATION Installation UVC 9420 2x4 Stud ...

Page 10: ... screws for installation 4 Remove the motor assembly from the hood canopy by sliding it to release it from the mounting tabs STEP 2 DAMPER AND SIDE PANEL INSTALLATION 1 Install the damper into the bottom of the exhaust fan opening using 2 screws provided D a Check to make sure the damper opens freely b Tighten the 2 screws D 2 Install the right and left side panels to the hood canopy using the 4 s...

Page 11: ...f Hood Wiring A A D D E E B B F F C C Power Supply Strain Relief Strain Relief Wires STEP 4 INSTALL HOOD CANOPY TO THE CABINET 1 Confirm the damper is in place in the hood exhaust opening see previous page for instructions 2 Confirm the side panels are mounted see previous instructions 3 Tuck the house wiring out of the way 4 Push the hood canopy straight up through the cutout opening until the te...

Page 12: ...er see Remove Motor Assembly from Hood Canopy section Make sure the blower motor is secured firmly to the hood canopy 4 Reconnect the 4 cables of the motor to the ones on the hood side and insert them into the protected area under the control panel 5 Mount the metal lid and tighten the 3 screws to secure the lid on the hood body Installation UVC 9420 and 9480 Slots on Hood Mounting Tabs Screws Met...

Page 13: ...e engaged 4 Reinstall the 4 screws removed earlier See Remove Motor Assembly from Hood Canopy section Make sure the plate is secured firmly to the hood canopy 5 Lift and attach each motor using 4 screws per motor making sure they are firmly attached to the motor plate 6 With both motors installed on canopy reconnect the 4 cables of the motor to the ones on the hood side and insert them into the pr...

Page 14: ... 1 Installation UVC 9420 and 9480 INSTALLATION STEP 6 FINALIZE INSTALLATION 1 Insert filters see the Filters section 2 Check operation of the lights and blower Refer to Using the Hood sections for operating instructions ...

Page 15: ... of the Vent Hood Insufficient makeup replacement air Sufficient makeup replacement air is required for exhausting appliances to operate to rating Check with local building codes which may require or strongly advise the use of makeup air Visit GEAppliances com for available makeup air solutions Early light failure Light wattage is too high Replace with correct wattage Fan automatically turns on an...

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Page 18: ...year From the date of the original purchase Any part of the cooking product which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship During this limited one year warranty GE Appliances will provide free of charge all labor and related service costs to replace the defective part This limited warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use w...

Page 19: ...periences Refer to the Consumer Support page for phone numbers and website information The following products and more are available Accessories Parts Power Cord Kit Make up Air Kit Charcoal Filter Recirculation Kit Remote Control Cleaning Supplies CitruShine Stainless Steel Wipes Stainless Steel Appliance Cleaner Bar Keepers Friend Soft Cleanser ...

Page 20: ... You can purchase it on line anytime GE Appliances Services will still be there after your warranty expires In the US GEAppliances com extended warranty or call 800 626 2224 during normal business hours In Canada GEAppliances com en support purchase extended warranty Remote Connectivity For assistance with wireless network connectivity for models with remote enable visit our website at GEAppliance...

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