3. INSTALL BACKSPLASH (OPTIONAL)

It is recommended to install the backsplash before the custom hood insert. The custom hood will cover the backsplash top mounting screws. In order to be able to install the backsplash, make sure you have at least 18’’ clearance between bottom of custom hood and range control panel or cooktop. (See instructions packed with backsplash.)

4. CUSTOM HOOD PREPARATION

!WARNING

When building a custom hood, always follow all applicable construction codes and standards.

The custom hood frame must be sized to the shape and total weight of the insert assembly. Refer to the table below for total weight of the insert, according to the type of blower choosen.

INSERT MODEL

WITH P5 INT. BLOWER

WITH P8 INT. BLOWER

WITH IN-LINE OR EXT. BLOWERS (ROUGH-IN PLATE ONLY)

RMIP33

41 LB

49 LB

27 LB

RMIP45

49 LB

57 LB

35 LB

Start with the custom hood base, because its position will determine the height of the insert. We recommend the base of the custom hood should be 3/4 inch thick plywood. If an optional custom hood liner will be installed, we recommend the sides and front of the custom hood to be 3/4 inch thick, assuming standard cabinet widths. If the optional custom hood liner will not be installed, the custom hood side and front thickness is at the installer’s discretion.

Run power cable to installation location. Stub out a 4 foot length of electrical cable below the custom hood.

Backsplash

(Optional)

Plywood base thickness: 3/4”

4” for liner installation

24” to 30” above cooking surface

If the RMIPWC optional remote control will be installed, run electrical cable from the insert to the remote control location. Stub out a 6 inch length from the remote control wall location. Refer to the remote control installation instruction.

Standard 36” h. cooktop

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5. SUGGESTED CUSTOM HOOD INTERNAL FRAMEWORK

The mounting holes for the 2 top stud supports are located at 119/16” up from the insert base. The on center distance between the 2 studs is 30¼” for the RMIP33 insert model and 42¼” for the RMIP45 insert model.

The mounting holes for the rear stud support are located at 11/2” up from the insert base. See illustration beside.

Once the custom hood base and frame are done, finalize the custom hood.

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Broan Broam Elite Range Hood installation instructions Install Backsplash Optional, Custom Hood Preparation

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