Installation 7
Install support system
1.At hood location, install 2 X 4 cross framing between ceiling joists using dimensions shown.
2.Finish the ceiling surface. Be sure to mark the location of the ceiling joists and cross framing.
3.Secure the support frame bracket to joists and cross framing with four screws provided (6x70mm) and four washers (D. 6.4mm). Make sure screws are driven into center of joists and framing for maximum strength.
4.Fix the support frame to the support frame bracket with (4) 3.9x9.5mm mounting screws. Fig. 2.
5.Adjust the overall height of the support frame. Loosen and
DRYWALL | CROSS FRAMING |
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515/16”
CEILING JOISTS
WASHERS (Ø6.4mm)
FRONT
MOUNTING SCREWS
(6x70mm)
MOUNTING SCREWS (3.9x9.5mm)
FIG. 1
HEIGHT
ADJUSTMENT
SLOTS
FRONT
SUPPORT
FRAME
FIG. 2
TOP VIEW OF SUPPORT FRAME
515/16”
515/16”