INSTALL FRAMING FOR HOOD
1
SUPPORT
IMPORTANT: Framing must be capable of
supporting 100 lbs.
8" Min. Opening for Ductwork
Centerline of
Installation
Space
If drywall is present, mark the screw hole locations for
the top mounting brackets. Remove the template.
■ C ut away enough drywall to expose 2 vertical studs
at the bracket location indicated on the template.
■ I nstall a horizontal support at least 1" x 6" between
two wall studs at the mounting screw location. The
horizontal support must be flush with the room
side of the studs. Use cleats behind both sides of
the support to secure to wall studs.
■ R einstall drywall.
1" = 2.5 cm; 1' = 0.3 m
31-14900 Rev. 2
Installation Instructions
View From Rear
Cleats
1" x 6" Min.
Mounting
Support
2
INSTALL MOUNTING BRACKET
This vent hood must be secured to the horizontal
support or wall studs.
■ W ith the template taped in place, use a punch to
mark all mounting screw locations.
■ D rill 1/8" pilot holes at the 6 punched locations.
■ R emove the template.
■ T he 4 support bracket holes must enter studs or the
horizontal support.
NOTE: Screws "A" and
"B" are pre-assembled
onto the brackets. Do not
remove these screws.
■ S ecure the mounting brackets to the wall studs with
wood screws provided.
3
INSTALL DUCT BRACKET
The duct bracket must be installed against the ceiling.
This bracket will hold the decorative duct cover in
place at the top.
■ I nstall the 2 small screws into the sides of the duct
bracket. Remove the screws. Pre-tapping the holes
will insure ease of final installation.
Pre-Tap
Side
Screw
Secure the bracket to the ceiling and wall:
■ M ark the 4 screw hole locations.
■ D rill 1/8" pilot holes in marked bracket location.
■ I f pilot holes do not enter studs, enlarge the holes to
3/8" and install wall fastener anchors.
■ D rive screws, by hand, into the fasteners to allow
anchors to expand. Remove the screws.
■ S ecure the bracket to the ceiling and wall with wood
screws and/or fasteners.
Screws
"B"
Screws
"A"
Pre-Tap
Side
Screw
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