Owner`s manual

Installation instructions
STEP 2B I Alternate Mounting Method
INSTALL HOOD TO SOFFIT OR BENEATH CABINETS
SKIPTHIS STEPIF USING WALL MOUNTING METHOD
When necessary, the hood may be installed so that it is
supported by the soffit.
,The soffit should be constructed with 2 x 4's.
, Determine the installation location on the wall.
, Continue the centerline forward on the bottom of the
cabinet or soffit.
,The opening above the hood should allow for the 10"
round duct and clearance to slide the hood back against
the wall.
Requires 10-!/2" Min.
OpeningFor Ductwork
and Hood Installation
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,The 2 x/4 studs must be located as shown in the chart,
Dim. A. to accept mounting screws.
"A" Centerline "B" Hood
to Stud and Width At
Keyhole Slots the Top
ZV48R 23-9/16" 47-15/16"
ZV48R 17-9/16" 35-15/16"
ZV36R 1/4-9/16" 29-15/16"
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, Drill 1/8" pilot holes into the studs at the locations shown
in the top view illustration.
IMPORTANT: Soffit framing must be capable of
supporting up to 150 Ibs.
Install Transition Onto Top of Hood
IMPORTANT: Remove
shipping tape from
damper and check that
damper moves freely.
Duct
Transition
, Place the transition piece over the hood exhaust and
secure with 4 screws provided.
, Use duct tape to seal the connection. Check to be sure the
damper moves freely.
Mount Hood onto Soffit or Cabinet
Note: If mounting to the underside of a cabinet with a
recessed bottom, install shims to fill the gap.
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Engage Top
Keyhole Slots 1/4" Gap
_Push Back
to Wall
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If Bottom
Is Recessed
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Wall
, Drive mounting screws into the studs until they protrude
1/4". The 1/4" gap will provide clearance to engage the
keyhole slots in the top of the hood.
, Lift hood to installation position. Locate house wiring and
route through the knockout (from the back or top of the
hood).
, Lift hood onto mounting screws. Slide back against the
rear wall.
, Tighten mounting screws.
IMPORTANT:For additional support and to minimize
vibration during operation, the hood must be secured
to the back wall. Use wall anchors to fasten bottom
back of hood to the wall.
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