Akicon AK-Hood 30 Assembly instructions

Rev.2020a
Installation Guide
and Users Manual
Built-In Series (Insert Liner)
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Table of Contents
INSTALLATION
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Parts supplied:
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duct.
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average of 1 to 2 hours of daily cooking time). Available at your local resellers.
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