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Alternate Mounting Method
INSTALL HOOD TO SOFFIT OR
BENEATH CABINETS
SKIP THIS STEP IF USING WALL MOUNTING METHOD
IMPORTANT : Soffit framing must be capable of
supporting 100 lbs.
When necessary the hood may be installed so that it is
supported by the soffit.
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• Determine the installation location..
• Continue the centerline forward on the bottom of the
cabinet or soffit.
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at locations shown in the above chart.
• Allow minimum opening (Dim. “B”) to accommodate
the duct transition in the soffit
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cabinet for duct transition as shown.
IMPORTANT : For additional support and to minimize
vibration during operation, we strongly recommend
that the hood also be secured to the back wall with wall
fasteners.
• Drill four 1/8” pilot holes in locations show.
– If mounting to the underside of a cabinet with a
recessed bottom, install shims to fill the gap.
• Drive mounting screws into the studs until they
protrude 1/4”. This 1/4” gap will provide clearance to
engage the keyhole slots in the top of the hood.
• Lift hood onto mounting screws. Slide back against
the rear wall.
• Pull house wiring through the knockout at the rear or
top of the hood.
• Tighten mounting screws.
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Rear Wall
2-3/8”
5-3/8”
5-3/8”
8-7/16”
Top View, Front Side
30” Models
2-9/16”
7-1/16”
2-3/8”
10-3/4”
2-1/4”
14-1/2”
29-7/8”
14-1/2”
12”
8-7/16”
Top View, Front Side
B
A
A
Transition
1/4” Gap
Add Shims
if Bottom is
Recessed.
Cabinet
or Soffit
Back
Wall
Engage Keyhole Slots
and Push Back at Wall
Installation Instructions
2-9/16”
7-1/16”
2-3/8”
10-3/4”
2-1/4”
17-1/2”
35-7/8”
17-1/2”
12”
8-7/16”
Top View, Front Side
36” Models
“A”
Centerline to
Center of Stud
“B”
Opening for
Ductwork
30” Models
14-1/2”
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36” Models
17-1/2”
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