Step 1
Install Downdraft Vent
Place the downdraft vent into the countertop cutout, against the back side.
Optional Method – | Preferred Method – |
Secure to Cabinet | |
Side With Top | Secure the Upper |
Screw on Case | Brackets With Screws |
Or Use 2nd Screw | Located on the side of |
| Case and Attach to |
| Back Wall of Cabinet |
Secure the Lower Brackets
to Blower Housing
Place the downdraft vent into the countertop cutout, against the back side.
■Secure the downdraft to the countertop supplied brackets. See illustration.
■When installing in a tile countertop surface, it may be necessary to apply a locally approved caulking to cover any gaps.
Step 2
Install the Ductwork
Use minimum 26 gauge galvanized or 24 gauge aluminum duct in 6″ round or 31⁄4″ x 10″ size, or a combination of both. PVC duct should be used if installing under a poured concrete slab. DO NOT use flexible plastic ducting.
■Always use an appropriate roof or wall cap with damper. Laundry type wall caps should never be used.
■Use the straightest duct run possible.
■For satisfactory performance the duct run should not exceed 150 ft. or its equivalent length if bends or other various fittings are used. Refer to table of equivalent lengths for various duct configurations.
Duct tape over seam and screw
Air flow
Screw
■Install ductwork so that the piece of duct nearest the downdraft unit slots INTO the next piece of the duct. Secure the joints with
(continued on next page)
21