10
Inst
allation
Assembling the duct cover support bracket (3
parts):
The three parts should be fixed with 4 screws, the
support extension is adjustable and should correspond
to the internal width of the upper duct cover.
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Duct
cover
support
bracket
X
Upper
Duct
cover
1.
If possible, disconnect and move freestanding or
slide-in range from cabinet opening to provide easier
access to rear wall. Otherwise put a thick, protective
covering over countertop, cooktop or range to
protect from damage or dirt. Select a flat surface for
assembling the unit. Cover that surface with a
protective covering and place all canopy hood parts
and hardware in it.
2.
Determine and mark the centerline on the wall where
the canopy hood will be installed.
3.
Select a mounting height comfortable for the user
and mark on wall behind cooktop.
4.
Tape template, matching center-line and hood
bottom as shown in Figure below.
5.
Place the lower support bracket on the template
making it coincide with the traced triangle, mark
center of two fastener location and one lower
fastener location then remove template.
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centerline
mounting
height
reference
fasteners
locations
lower
support
bracket
6.
Mark wall with horizontal line 1" above highest and
1" below lowest fastener location.
7.
Find studs behind drywall by tapping wall or using a
stud finder. Mark the center of the studs with a
vertical line to the right and left of the marked
fastener location.
8. Note
: all fastener location must span the studs
otherwise proceed as follows:
Cutout drywall along marked lines. Install each
necessary between studs firmly flush with already
existing stud front. Make sure all mounting screws
will anchor to added studs. Replace drywall and
refinish.
9.
Determine and make all necessary cuts in the wall
for the vent system. Install the vent system before
the canopy hood. See Venting methods and
Dimensions and clearance paragraphs.
Note - for Ductless - recirculating - installations:
Vent system is not required.
