INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Prepare Location

NOTE: It is recommended that the vent system be installed before hood is installed.

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

1.Disconnect power.

2.Depending on your model, determine which venting method to use: roof, wall or non-vented (recirculating).

3.Select a flat surface for assembling the range hood. Place covering over that surface.

4.Lift the range hood and set it upside down onto covered surface.

5.If cabinet has recessed bottom, add wood filler strips on each side. Install screws to attach filler strips in locations shown.

Wood filler strips (recessed cabinet bottoms only)

3" (7.6 cm)

Cabinet

bottom

3" (7.6 cm)

Wall

To wire through top:

1.Mark a line distance “A” from the right of the centerline on the underside of the cabinet. Mark the point on this line that is ⁷⁄₈" (2.2 cm) from back wall. Drill a 1¼" (3.2 cm) diameter hole through the cabinet at this point.

A

⁷⁄₈" (2.2 cm)

 

from wall,

 

not cabinet

 

frame

Centerline

A. 8³⁄₈" (21.3 cm) for 30" (76.2 cm) models 11³⁄₈" (28.9 cm) for 36" (91.4 cm) models

To wire through wall:

1.Mark a line distance “A” from the right of the centerline on the underside of the wall. Mark the point on this line that

is ⁷⁄₈" (2.2 cm) from the underside of the cabinet. Drill a

1¹⁄₄" (3.2 cm) diameter hole through the rear wall at this point.

Determine Wiring Hole Location

Cut only one 1¹⁄₄" (3.2 cm) diameter wiring access hole.

1.Determine and clearly mark a vertical centerline on the wall and cabinet in the area the vent opening will be made.

A

A. Centerline

⁷⁄₈" (2.2 cm)

A

Centerline

A. 8³⁄₈" (21.3 cm) for 30" (76.2 cm) models 11³⁄₈" (28.9 cm) for 36" (91.4 cm) models

Style 1 - Cut Openings for 3¼" x 10" (8.3 cm x 25.4 cm) Rectangular Vent System

Roof Venting

To make a 4¹⁄₄" x 10½" (10.8 cm x 26.7 cm) rectangular cutout on the underside of cabinet top and bottom:

1.Mark lines ¹⁄₂" (1.3 cm) and 4³⁄₄" (12.1 cm) from the back wall on the centerline of the underside of cabinet.

2.Mark lines 5¼" (13.3 cm) to the right and left of the centerline on the underside of cabinet.

3.Use saber or keyhole saw to cut a rectangular opening for vent.

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Maytag UXT5230AY, UXT5236AY Installation Instructions, Prepare Location, To wire through top, To wire through wall

UXT5236AY, UXT5230AY specifications

The Maytag UXT5236AY and UXT5230AY are two impressive under-cabinet range hoods designed to enhance kitchen ventilation while providing a sleek and modern appearance. Built with efficiency and ease of use in mind, these range hoods showcase Maytag's commitment to quality and performance.

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