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Installation (continued)
INSTALLING THE RANGE HOOD
DANGER:
Turn off the power circuit breaker or the
power switch on the junction box before installing this
unit . Touching circuitry inside the range hood while it is
energized will result in death or serious injury .
DANGER:
If installing this unit over a gas range, turn off
the gas at the source before installing or servicing this unit .
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Lift the range hood (A) up under the cabinet to determine
its final position. Mark the location of the four keyhole
mounting slots (1) on the underside of the cabinet .
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Set the range hood (A) aside on a protective surface .
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Drill four pilot holes in the locations that you marked .
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Screw the four long tapping screws (AA) into the pilot
holes . Do not tighten the screws all the way – leave
the screw heads about 7 mm (0.28 in) from the cabinet
surface .
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Lift the range hood (A) into position, feeding the power
cable and the electrical wires through the power access
opening . Allow some slack in the cable and wires so that
the appliance can be moved if servicing is ever necessary .
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Position the range hood (A) so the large end (2) of the
keyhole mounting slots (1) are over the screws (AA) . Then
push the range hood (A) toward the wall so the screws (AA)
are in the neck (3) of the keyhole slots . Tighten the screws
(AA) . Ensure that the range hood (A) is securely fastened to
the cabinet before releasing it .
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If applicable, test the damper blade to ensure it rotates up
and down freely .
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If applicable, connect the duct work to the range hood (A) .
Seal the joints with duct tape to ensure an airtight fit.
FINAL STEP
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Reconnect the power supply cable and wires to the
electrical supply . Turn the power on and ensure that the
lights and fan are operating correctly .