SECTION 4
Installing Backsplash
1. If an optional BS Series backsplash will be utilized, this must be installed before
the hood canopy because the hood canopy will cover the backsplash mounting
screws. Refer to the instructions included with the backsplash for installation.
SECTION 5
Wall Mounted Canopy Installation
CAUTION:
ALL DUCTING MUST COMPLY WITH LOCAL AND NATIONAL
BUILDING CODES.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, USE ONLY METAL DUCTWORK.
1. Determine the type of ducting you will require
(Figure 6).
NOTE:
When the duct termination is similar to that shown in
Figure 6
(passing through
the wall to which the hood is mounted) the installation requires special consideration.
Depending upon where the wall studs are located, it may be necessary to cut one
or more of the wall studs and install a header and footer to transfer the load to the
adjacent studs. Additional studs may need to be framed into the opening to attach dry
wall or secure the hood. If this is your situation Air King recommends that you hire a
professional and comply with all applicable codes.
2. Install the proper sized outlet adapter (available separately) to the hood by matching
up the four holes on the flange of the adapter to the four corresponding holes on the
hood and secure in place with the provided screws. Ensure an airtight seal around
the adapter by securing all connections with ducting tape
(Figure 7).
NOTE:
If the recommended, optional BS Series backsplash is being installed, use
the template to locate and drill the appropriate holes for mounting. The back splash
must be installed before the hood canopy because the hood canopy will cover the
backsplash mounting screws. Refer to the instructions included with the backsplash
for complete installation instructions.
3. Rest the cavity in the back side of the hood on the wood strip and secure hood to
wood strip with the included 3/4" screws through the holes in the back of the hood
that line up with the wood strip (use 6 screws for 30" and 36" widths and 8 screws
for larger widths) Secure the bottom of the hood by installing the screws provided
into the wall anchors
(Figure 8).
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4. Connect the ducting to the outlet adapter and damper. Secure in place using tape
to seal all joints
(Figure 9).
SECTION 6
Under Cabinet Canopy Installation
1. If the canopy will be installed under cabinets that have a recessed bottom, it will
be necessary to install wood mounting strips (not included) so the canopy will
mount properly
(Figure 10).
2. The thickness of the strips should be the same as the recess of the cabinet and
they should be approximately 2” wide.
3. Install the strips using appropriate length wood screws (not included). Make sure
the strips line up to the holes in the top of the canopy.
4. Mark the location where the outlet adapter (available separately) will be located
on the cabinets and cut a hole approximately 1” larger on all sides than the outlet
adapter
(Figure 11).
Figure 6
Wall Cap
Outlet
Adapter
Roof Cap
Horizontal
Vertical
Figure 7
Hood
Screw
Flange
Outlet Adapter
Figure 8
Hood
Screw
Wood
Mounting
Strip
Wall Anchor
Hood
Outlet Adapter
Damper
Ducting
Figure 9
Figure 10
Wood Strip
Figure 11
Hole
