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PREPARATION
PREPARATION
1.
BEFORE YOU START
**BE SURE YOUR UNIT WILL FIT YOUR CEILING HEIGHT**
**DO NOT INSTALL IF DAMAGED**
**RETURN OR EXCHANGE WILL BE DENIED IF INSTALLED**
a. Be sure you have all the content of your purchase and required tools for
this installation.
b. Installation may take at least 2 to 3 hours from start to finish.
c. Plan to use as few elbows or turns as possible for more efficient air flow.
d. Collar size may need to be increased if utilizing a long duct run.
e. Turns must be made after passing ceiling.
f.
Do not try to install this unit by yourself, SERIOUS INJURY MAY OCCUR.
g. At least two people are needed for installation.
h. Hiring a certified installer and electrician is recommended.
2.
LOCATION
**THIS MODEL MAY NOT FIT ALL CEILING HEIGHTS**
a. Determine the exact location you where want to install the range hood.
b. Distance between cooktop and range hood should be between 27”-33”.
c. Range hood should be mounted at stated measurements to ensure
performance and lifespan of electrical components.
d. Correctly measure the dimension needed to install the unit.
e. Electrical outlet feed will be positioned at the top base of the unit.
3.
HOOD
a. Inspect for any sign of defect or damage. (ie. scratches, dents, loose
seams, etc.)
b. Power up the unit to make sure it is working properly.
c. Remove the protective file on the aluminum filters.
Use Fig. 1a and 1b on page 5 for measurements
INSTALLATION
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INSTALLATION
1. STANDARD INSTALLATION
a. Make sure all preparation steps are completed.
b. Determine your ceiling height to see if you need an extension.
i. Hood unit (with glass) height =
3-1/4”
(30” model only)
ii. Hood unit (with glass) height =
4-1/4”
(36” model only)
iii. Hood unit (with glass) height =
6”
(42” model only)
iv. Standard DC height =
16-1/2”
(lower) +
22-7/8”
(upper)
v. Minimum height (Standard duct cover only) =
24-3/4”
vi. Minimum height (Standard duct cover w/ DK) =
24-3/4”
vii. Maximum height (Standard duct cover only) =
38-5/8”
viii. (OPTIONAL) HILDC height =
22-7/8”
(lower) +
36-1/4”
(upper)
ix. (OPTIONAL) Long DC minimum height =
40”
x. (OPTIONAL) Long DC maximum height =
55-1/8”
xi. (OPTIONAL) HISDC height =
36-3/16”
(lower) +
39-1/4”
(upper)
xii. (OPTIONAL) Special DC Minimum height =
42-3/16”
xiii. (OPTIONAL) Special DC Maximum height =
75-1/4”
xiv.
Standard Installation = Hood + standard DC
xv.
9’ – 11’ Installation = Hood + Long DC
xvi.
11’ – 12’ Installation = Hood + Special DC
c. Determine the location you want to install the range hood.
(Fig. 2a)
d. Prepare ceiling and locate wood support.
e. Mount the unit upper support frame to the ceiling.
f.
Cut a 7” round opening at the ceiling for ducting pipe.
g. Adjust the (4) arms to desired height.
(Fig. 2b)
h. Attach upper duct cover to upper support frame.
i.
Use a spirit level to ensure the balance of the support frame is true.
j.
Slide lower duct cover toward ceiling and hold.
(Fig. 2c)
k. Install ducting through the ceiling.
l.
Secure hood from all sides with the (8) screws.
(Fig. 2d)
m. Installation is complete when hood is securely in place.
(Fig. 2e)
