INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

Tools and Parts

Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here.

Tools needed

Level

Drill

1¼" (3 cm) drill bit

¹⁄₈" (3 mm) drill bit

Pencil

Wire stripper or utility knife

Tape measure or ruler

Pliers

Caulking gun and weatherproof caulking compound

Vent clamps

Jigsaw or keyhole saw

Flat-blade screwdriver

Metal snips

Phillips screwdriver

Parts needed

Home power supply cable

1 - ½" (1.3 cm) UL listed or CSA approved strain relief

3 UL listed wire connectors

1 wall or roof cap

Metal vent system

Blower motor system - internal or external (see “Blower Motor System” in the “Accessories” section).

Parts supplied

Remove parts from packages. Check that all parts are included.

Location Requirements

IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.

Have a qualified technician install the hood liner. It is the installer's responsibility to comply with installation clearances specified on the model/serial rating plate. The model/serial rating plate is located behind the left filter on the rear wall of the hood liner.

The hood liner location should be away from strong draft areas, such as windows, doors and strong heating vents.

Cabinet opening dimensions that are shown must be used. Given dimensions provide minimum clearance.

The hood liner must be surrounded by a custom built enclosure with hood support capable of supporting 75 lb (34 kg).

Grounded electrical outlet is required. See “Electrical Requirements” section.

All openings in ceiling and wall where canopy hood will be installed must be sealed.

For Mobile Home Installations

The installation of this range hood must conform to the Manufactured Home Construction Safety Standards, Title 24 CFR, Part 328 (formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile Home Construction and Safety, Title 24, HUD, Part 280) or when such standard is not applicable, the standard for Manufactured Home Installation 1982 (Manufactured Home Sites, Communities and Setups) ANSI A225.1/NFPA 501A, or latest edition, or with local codes.

Cabinet Dimensions

Tools and Parts 36" (91.4 cm) for 36" models 48" (121.9 cm) for 48" models

22" (55.9 cm)

3 metal grease filters

Hood liner with halogen lamps installed.

Hood support must be capable of supporting 75 lb (34 kg)

Hood liner depth

1

- 10" (25.4 cm) square to 10" (25.4 cm) round duct

 

transition with damper.

4

- 5 x 45 mm mounting screws

4

- 4.2 x 8 mm screws

T-20 TORX®† adapter

“X“ bottom of canopy to cooking surface

IMPORTANT:

Minimum distance “X”: 24" (61 cm) from electric cooking surfaces.

Minimum distance “X”: 30" (76.2 cm) from gas cooking surfaces.

Suggested maximum distance “X”: 36" (91.4 cm).

†®TORX is a registered trademark of Saturn Fasteners, Inc.

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