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9. INSTALL THE ADAPTER AND THE TRANSITION (IF NEED BE)
(INTERNAL BLOWER(S) HOOD ONLY)
CAUTION
Due to the weight of this hood, ensure that the wood strip is attached to
all of the available studs (2 studs minimum for a 30" width hood, more
as hood width increases); not into the drywall alone.
10. INSTALL WOOD MOUNTING STRIP
HJ0013
Using standard 3/8" screws provided, secure
the adapter to the top (or back) of the hood
(2 screws for a 3¼" x 10" adapter/damper
and 4 screws for a 4½" x 18½" adapter).
Seal the adapter to the hood using metal
foil duct tape. For round ducting,
install an appropriate sized transition and seal
the joints with metal foil duct tape.
HD0263A
Measure and mark a level line on wall above cooktop location for the wood
mounting strip (see illustration at right and under step 2). Remove wood mounting strip
from back of hood.Use no. 10 - 2" flat head screws to secure the mounting strip to the
drywall. Make sure to hit the wall studs.
1. Drywall
2. Wood mounting strip
3. Flat head screw
4. Wall anchor location
5. Back of hood outline
6. Wall studs
11. INSTALL AEE OPTIONAL DECORATIVE FLUE COVER
1.
Assemble both side panels to the front panel using 4 no. 8 x 3/8" included.
2.
Place the decorative flue cover on top on the range hood.
3.
Secure the decorative flue cover to the top of the range hood using 6 no. 8 x 3/8" included.
x 4
x 6
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