5
Preparation before Installation
NOTE: TO AVOID DAMAGE TO YOUR HOOD,
PREVENT DEBRIS FROM ENTERING
THE VENT OPENING.
Decide the location of the venting pipe
from the hood to the outside. (Figure 1)
A straight, short vent run will allow the
hood to perform more efficiently.
Try to avoid as many transitions,
elbows, and long run as possible. This
may reduce the performance of the
hood.
Temporarily wire the hood to test for
proper operation before installing.
Important: Peel protective film off
the hood and duct covers, if any.
Use duct tape to seal the joints between
pipe sections.
Advance Planning
1.
Mark centerlines of cook top or range on
ceiling. Use centerlines marked on ceiling
to position the mounting template as shown
in Figure 2 and 3.
2. Remove and save template. Cut and
remove ceiling drywall. Install 2” x 4” cross
framing lumbers (not provided) between
ceiling joists.
3. The framing should be spaced 10-1/8” at
the front centerline and 8-3/4” on the sides
to accept the mounting screw in mounting
bracket. Refer to MEASUREMENTS &
DIAGRAMS on pages 12.
4. Finish the ceiling surface. Be sure to mark
the location of the ceiling joists and cross
framing lumber.
5. Align the mounting template to the ceiling
marks and tape in place. Cut the 6-1/4”
duct open and an approximately 1” wire
access hole. Drill holes for the 6 mounting
screws as indicated on the template.
6. Align the mounting bracket to the pre-drilled
holes on the ceiling and securely fasten to
the joists and cross framing lumber with 6
screws (not provided). Make sure screws
are driven into the center of joists and cross
framing lumber for maximum support.
Figure 1
Figure 2
Figure 3
