Installation Instructions
UNDER-CABINET INSTALLATION
3 CUT THE OPENING
If the cabinet has been installed, remove it from the wall.
•Use the Top Cabinet Template to locate and cut a hole in the bottom of the cabinet.
•If necessary, place the template on top of the cabinet to accurately cut a matching hole.
•Install the cabinet onto the wall.
The cabinet must be firmly secured to the wall and be capable of supporting 100 lbs.
INSTALL WOOD BLOCKS IF NECESSARY
•Install filler blocks whenever the cabinet frame hangs below the cabinet bottom.
•Install filler blocks whenever the cabinet bottom is less than 3/4” thick.
•Install the filler blocks on each side of the cutout. The filler blocks will accept the hood mounting screws.
NOTE: Additional filler blocks may be required along the outside edges to accept the outside screws. See Step 5.
Cabinet Frame.
Cabinet Bottom Shelf
Filler Block
Equivalent to
Depth of Cabinet
Recess
Top of Vent
Hood
IMPORTANT: If filler blocks are not used, the hood may not be secured to the cabinet.
4 INSTALL SIDE “L” BRACKETS
Install 2 screws in
each bracket
•Install the “L” brackets onto each side of the cutout. The wide flat portion should be on top of the opening. Install 2 screws into the top of each bracket.
5 REMOVE SIDE SCREW
The top center screw on both sides of the hood can be used to close up any noticeable gaps at the outside edges. See illustration.
Remove screw cover
and screw
•Remove the center screw cover and screw on each side as shown.
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