Cabinet Preparation for Hood Support
Mount the hood so that the bottom of the hood is between 24”-30” above the
stovetop.
Warning!
When cutting or drilling into wall or cabinet, be careful not to cut
existing electrical wiring.
1. If the bottom of the cabinet is recessed above the bottom of the cabinet
door, then it is necessary to install wood strips on each side of the
recessed area on the bottom of the cabinet where the range hood will
be mounted. The wood strips should line up with the 4 keyhole slots on
the top of the range hood. Fasten the wood strips with wood screws
about 3” in from each end.
Note:
The thickness of the wood strips should be slightly more than the
recessed dimension. The length should be cut to size.
2. Measure and mark the electrical wiring opening in the wall or the
cabinet. If the hood is to be vented, also mark and measure the duct
opening in the wall or cabinet.
Vertical Discharge
– Vertical discharge is the only method of hood installation. If
your kitchen has an attic space above, the ducting may be run through the
cupboard and the attic to a roof cap. Another option, if your kitchen has a soffit
above the cabinet, is to run the duct up into the soffit and then discharge the air
horizontally through the outside wall to a wall cap.
Ductless
– In ductless installations, air is vented back into the kitchen through the
opening in the range hood grille. If you do not anticipate heavy cooking, this
method may be preferable. Ductless installation requires the use of a charcoal
filters (included) to remove odors, which should be replaced at regular intervals
depending on use. Check with your local retailer or dealer for replacements.
Note:
This charcoal filter is not dishwasher safe!
Preparation of Electrical Connections
Note: If replacing an existing hood, the electrical cable may need to be re-routed to
the desired position.
1. Determine the location of the electrical cable to connect to the range
hood. The preferred location for the electrical connector, vertical or
horizontal, will depend on the existing installation or ease of routing
wiring. All electrical connections must comply with national and local
codes. Transfer the location of the selected range hood knockouts to the
bottom of the cupboard or onto the wall, then cut or drill a hole to
allow for clearance of the electrical cable clamp. Be careful not to cut
into any hidden utilities, such as electrical wires.
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