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Electrical Requirements
Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
Ensure that the electrical installation is adequate and in
conformance with National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 (latest
edition), or CSA Standards C22.1-94, Canadian Electrical Code,
Part 1 and C22.2 No. 0-M91 (latest edition) and all local codes
and ordinances.
If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is
recommended that a qualified electrician determine that the
ground path is adequate.
A copy of the above code standards can be obtained from:
National Fire Protection Association
1 Batterymarch Park
Quincy, MA 02169-7471
CSA International
8501 East Pleasant Valley Road
Cleveland, OH 44131-5575
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A 120 volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15-amp, fused electrical circuit is
required.
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If the house has aluminum wiring, follow the procedure
below:
1.
Connect a section of solid copper wire to the pigtail
leads.
2.
Connect the aluminum wiring to the added section
of copper wire using special connectors and/or tools
designed and UL listed for joining copper to aluminum.
Follow the electrical connector manufacturer's recommended
procedure. Aluminum/copper connection must conform with
local codes and industry accepted wiring practices.
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Wire sizes and connections must conform with the rating of
the appliance as specified on the model/serial/rating plate.
The model/serial/rating plate is located behind the left filter
on the rear wall of the range hood.
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Wire sizes must conform to the requirements of the National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 (latest edition), or CSA
Standards C22. 1-94, Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1
and C22.2 No. 0-M91 (latest edition) and all local codes
and ordinances.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Prepare Location
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It is recommended that the vent system be installed before
hood is installed.
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If you are installing the optional backsplash with shelves for
heat lamps, follow the instructions included with that product.
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Before making cutouts, make sure there is proper clearance
within the ceiling or wall for exhaust vent.
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Check that all installation parts have been removed from the
shipping carton.
1.
Disconnect power.
2.
Determine which venting method to use: roof or wall exhaust.
3.
Select a flat surface for assembling the range hood. Place
covering over that surface.
4.
Using 2 or more people, lift range hood onto covered surface.
Range Hood Mounting Screws Installation
The hood is attached to the wall with the wood support that is
attached to the back of the hood.
1.
Determine and mark the centerline on the wall where the
canopy range hood will be installed.
2.
Select a mounting height between a minimum of 30"
(76.2 cm) and a suggested maximum of 36" (91.4 cm)
above the cooking surface and the bottom of the range
hood, and mark a horizontal reference line on the wall.
3.
Remove the wood support from the back of the range hood
by loosening the 2 screws from the inside. Locate and level
the top of the wood support 15
³⁄₈
" (39.1 cm) above the
marked horizontal line and centered on the vertical centerline.
Using 2 - 4 of the 6 x 80 mm screws, install wood support so
that it is screwed into at least 2 vertical studs.
NOTE:
The screws provided for mounting this hood must be
fastened into solid wood. Do not fasten into sheet rock only.
Optional Duct Cover Installation
1.
Attach the full-width duct cover to the top of the range hood
with the screws provided with duct covers. The duct cover
must be attached to the top of the range hood before
mounting the range hood to the wall. For information on
ordering the optional duct cover, see the “Accessories”
section.
WARNING
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install
range hood.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
A. Wood support
B. Centerline
A
B
30" (76.2 cm)
to 36" (91.4 cm)
15
³⁄₈
"
(39 cm)