Use and Care Manual
16 49-2000061  Rev. 2
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Installation Instructions
4
 (Alternate Mounting Method) 
INSTALL HOOD TO SOFFIT OR 
BENEATH CABINETS
SKIP THIS STEP IF USING WALL MOUNTING 
METHOD
IMPORTANT: Soffit framing must be capable of 
supporting 100 lbs.
When necessary the hood may be installed so that it is 
supported by the soffit.
•  The soffit should be constructed with 2x4’s.
•  Determine the installation location.
•  Continue the centerline forward on the bottom of the 
cabinet or soffit.
•  Mounting screws must be secured to 2 x 4 studs 
(Dim. “A”) at locations shown in the above chart.
•  Allow minimum opening (Dim. “B”) to accommodate 
the duct transition in the soffit.
Cut a 10-3/4” x 8-7/16” hole through bottom of soffit or 
cabinet for duct transition as shown.
IMPORTANT: For additional support and to minimize 
vibration during operation, we strongly recommend 
that the hood also be secured to the back wall with 
wall fasteners.
•  Drill four 1/8” pilot holes in locations show.
•  If mounting to the underside of a cabinet with a 
recessed bottom, install shims to fill the gap.
•  Drive mounting screws into the studs until they 
protrude 1/4”. This 1/4” gap will provide clearance to 
engage the keyhole slots in the top of the hood.
•  Lift hood onto mounting screws. Slide back against 
the rear wall.
•  Pull house wiring through the knockout at the rear or 
top of the hood.
•  Tighten mounting screws.
B
A
A
“A” 
Centerline to 
Center of Stud
“B” 
Opening for 
Ductwork
30” Models 14-1/2” 10-3/4” W x 8-7/16 D
36” Models 17-1/2” 10-3/4” W x 8-7/16 D
Rear Wall
2-3/8”
5-3/8”
5-3/8”
8-7/16”
Top View, Front Side
30” Models
2-9/16”
7-1/16”
2-3/8”
10-3/4”
2-1/4”
14-1/2”
29-7/8”
14-1/2”
12”
8-7/16”
Top View, Front Side
2-3/8”
10-3/4”
17-1/2”
35-7/8”
17-1/2”
12”
8-7/16”
Top View, Front Side
36” Models
Transition
1/4” Gap
Add Shims 
if Bottom is 
Recessed.
Cabinet 
or Soffit
Back 
Wall
Engage Keyhole Slots 
and Push Back at Wall










