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Removing the packaging
CAUTION
Remove the carton carefully. Wear gloves to
protect against sharp edges.
WARNING
Remove the protective film covering the
product before putting into operation.
Ceiling Support Structures
• This vent hood is heavy. Adequate structure
and support must be provided in all types of
installations. Framing must support minimum
150lb load.
• At the hood location, install 2”x 4” cross framing
between ceiling joists as shown. (2”x 4” are
required to support the weight of the hood.)
(fig.
)
• Arrange cross framing in the ceiling to suit the
existing structure (fig.
)
.
• Your ceiling joists will be like one of the following
examples.
5/32”
NOTE: Do not cut the duct opening shown on
the template for the recirculating installation.
IMPORTANT
Framing must be capable of supporting 150lbs.
5/32
5/32
5/32
Installing the hood