Installation Instructions

Electrical Requirements

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Disconnect power before servicing.

Replace all parts and panels before operating.

Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.

IMPORTANT: The hood must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes and ordinances, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, latest edition, or Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1.

If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is recommended that a qualified electrical installer determine that the ground path is adequate.

A copy of the above code standards can be obtained from:

National Fire Protection Association

One Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269

CSA International

8501 East Pleasant Valley Road

Cleveland, Ohio 44131-5575

■A 120-volt, 60-Hz, AC-only, 15-amp, fused electrical circuit is required. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is also recommended. It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this hood be provided.

■Do not ground to a gas pipe.

■Check with a qualified electrician if you are not sure range hood is properly grounded.

■Do not have a fuse in the neutral or ground circuit.

■The range hood must be connected with copper wire only.

■The range hood should be connected directly to the fused disconnect (or circuit breaker) box through flexible armored cable or flexible metallic conduit.

■Wire sizes must conform to the requirements of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, latest edition, or CSA Standards C22.1-94, Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1 and C22.2 No. 0-M91, latest edition, and all local codes and ordinances.

Because of the size and weight of this island hood, the chimney support must be securely attached to the ceiling.

■For plaster or drywall ceilings, the chimney support must be attached to joists. If this is not possible, you must build a support structure behind the plaster or drywall. The support structure must be able to support 80 lbs (36.3 kg).

■Do not cut a joist or stud unless absolutely necessary. If a joist or stud must be cut, then a supporting frame must be constructed.

■Before making cutouts, make sure there is proper clearance within the ceiling or wall for exhaust vent.

■We recommend the hood be installed 30"–36" (76.2 cm – 91.4 cm) above the countertop.

■Check your ceiling height and the hood height maximum before you select your hood.

Hood Height Calculations

1.Select a hood preference height (P) that is comfortable for the user. 30"– 36" (76.2 cm – 91.4 cm) is recommended.

2.Calculate the hood height for your installation (H = K– C – P).

3.Confirm that the dimension (H) is within the minimum to maximum dimensions. See “Product Dimensions” in the “Location Requirements” section.

4.Calculate the chimney structure height (S = H–1³⁄₄" [4.4 cm]).

K =

ceiling height

C =

countertop height

P =

preferred hood height –

30"–36" (76.2 cm – 91.4 cm)

is recommended

H = K–C–P

1³⁄₄"

ceiling to bottom of hood

(4.4 cm)

S = H –1³⁄₄" (4.4 cm) chimney assembly height

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