GE PV976NSS Original instructions

Chimney Vent Hoods
Profile
49-80549 12-08 JR
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . 2, 3
Operating Instructions
Light Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Vent Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Care and Cleaning
Grease Filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Hood Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Stainless Steel Surfaces . . . . . . . . . . .6
Installation Instructions
Installation Preparation . . . . . . . .7-13
Vented to the Outside . . . . . . . .14-17
Recirculating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18-22
Troubleshooting Tips . . . .23, 24
Consumer Support
Consumer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model # ________________
Serial #
________________
You can find them on a label
on the inside of the hood.
PV970
PV976
Owner’s Manual
and Installation
Instructions
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING – TO REDUCE THE RISK
OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSONS,
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
A. Use this unit only in the manner intended
by the manufacturer. If you have questions,
contact the manufacturer.
B. Before servicing or cleaning unit, switch
power off at service panel and lock the service
disconnecting means to prevent power from
being switched on accidentally. When the
service disconnecting means cannot be locked,
securely fasten a prominent warning device,
such as a tag, to the service panel.
C. Do not use this unit with any solid-state speed
control device.
D. This unit must be grounded.
CAUTION – For general ventilating use
only. Do not use to exhaust hazardous or explosive
materials and vapors.
CAUTION – To reduce risk of fire
and to properly exhaust air, be sure to duct air
outside. Do not vent exhaust air into spaces
within walls or ceilings or into attics, crawl
spaces or garages.
WARNING – TO REDUCE
THE RISK OF INJURY TO PERSONS IN THE EVENT
OF A RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE, OBSERVE
THE FOLLOWING*:
A. SMOTHER FLAMES with a close-fitting lid, cookie
sheet or metal tray, then turn off the burner.
BE CAREFUL TO PREVENT BURNS. If the flames
do not go out immediately, EVACUATE AND CALL
THE FIRE DEPARTMENT.
B. NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN—You may
be burned.
C. DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dishcloths
or towels—a violent steam explosion will result.
D. Use an extinguisher ONLY if:
1. You know you have a Class ABC extinguisher,
and you already know how to operate it.
2. The fire is small and contained in the area
where it started.
3. The fire department is being called.
4. You can fight the fire with your back
to an exit.
* Based on “Kitchen Fire Safety Tips” published
by NFPA.
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READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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WARNING – TO REDUCE THE RISK
OF A RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE:
A. Never leave surface units unattended at high
settings. Boil overs cause smoking and greasy
spillovers that may ignite. Heat oils slowly on low
or medium settings.
B.
Always turn hood ON when cooking on high
heat or when flambéing food (i.e. Crepes Suzette,
Cherries Jubilee, Peppercorn Beef Flambé).
C. Clean ventilating fans frequently. Grease should
not be allowed to accumulate on fan or filter.
D. Use proper pan size. Always use cookware
appropriate for the size of the surface element.
WARNING – TO REDUCE
THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY
TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
A. Installation work and electrical wiring must
be done by qualified person(s) in accordance
with all applicable codes and standards,
including fire-rated construction.
B. Sufficient air is needed for proper
combustion and exhausting of gases through
the flue (chimney) of fuel burning equipment
to prevent back drafting. Follow the heating
equipment manufacturer’s guidelines and
safety standards such as those published by
the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA),
the American Society for Heating, Refrigeration
and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE)
and the local code authorities.
C. When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling,
do not damage electrical wiring and other
hidden utilities.
D. Ducted fans must always be vented
to the outdoors.
WARNING – TO REDUCE THE RISK
OF FIRE, USE ONLY METAL DUCTWORK.
■Do not attempt to repair or replace any
part of your hood unless it is specifically
recommended in this manual. All other servicing
should be referred to a qualified technician.
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Using the hood controls.
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MEMORY/OFF. To set the memory:
A. Press the MEMORY/OFF button.
B. Set your desired fan and light settings.
C. Press the MEMORY/OFF button again to save
these settings.
With your desired settings in memory, press the
MEMORY/OFF button to restore the fan and light
levels to their saved settings. These settings will
remain in memory until they are changed or loss
of power occurs.
To turn off the hood, press the MEMORY/OFF
button.
LIGHT. Press +or –to increase or decrease light
level to desired setting. There are 2 light levels
(LOW,HIGH) and OFF. If you continue to press
the +or –buttons, the light will cycle back through
the settings.
NOTE: Please check the lamps to ensure only 20W
lamps (maximum) are installed.
FAN. Press +or –to increase or decrease fan
level to your desired setting. There are 4 fan levels
(LOW, MED, HIGH,BOOST) and OFF. If you continue
to press the +or –buttons, the fan will cycle back
through the settings.
NOTE: There is an audible “beep” each time
a button is pressed. This is normal.
NOTE: The collars around the buttons will illuminate
when pressed. This is normal. The collars will
automatically turn off if the hood is turned off.
HEAT SENSOR:
This hood is equipped with a heat sensor that will turn
on the fan if excessive temperatures are detected
(over 70 ˚C/158 ˚F) above the cooking surface. The hood
will return to its normal operation once the heat sensor
detects temperatures below 60 ˚C/140 ˚F.
NOTE: If the hood is OFF or on LOW fan speed,
the temperatures above 70 ˚C/158 ˚F are detected;
then the fan will automatically adjust to MED speed.
You may adjust the fan speed to HIGH or BOOST,
but you will not be able to adjust the fan speed to LOW
or OFF until temperatures below 60 ˚C/140 ˚F are detected.
NOTE: The collars around the buttons may not illuminate
if the heat sensor is activated. This is normal.

Care and cleaning of the vent hood. ge.com
Be sure electrical power is off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning or servicing any part
of the vent hood.
The metal filter traps grease
released by foods from the
cooktop. The filter also helps
prevent flames (from food, grease)
from damaging the inside
of the hood.
For this reason, the filter
must ALWAYS be in place when
the hood is in use. The grease filter
is dishwasher-safe and should be
cleaned every 6 months, or as
needed.
To remove:
Pull downward on the filter lock
to release the filter.
To replace:
Fit the tabs at the end of the filter
into the slots in the left side of the
filter opening. Lift up the right side
of the filter and push gently until
the filter locks into place. Make
sure the filter lock is in the closed
position to secure the filter.
To clean, swish the filter in hot
soapy water and rinse in clean
water or wash it in the dishwasher.
Do not use abrasive cleansers.
NOTE: Some discoloration will occur
in the dishwasher.
Metal Grease Filter
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If the model is not vented to the
outside, the air will be recirculated
through a disposable charcoal filter
that helps remove smoke and odors.
The charcoal filter should be
replaced when it is noticeably dirty
or discolored (usually after 6 to 12
months, depending on hood usage).
NOTE: DO NOT rinse, or put charcoal
filter in an automatic dishwasher.
The charcoal filter cannot be
cleaned. It must be replaced.
Order Charcoal Filter WB02X11348.
To inquire about purchasing
replacement charcoal filters or to find
the location of a dealer nearest you,
please call our toll-free number:
National Parts Center
800.626.2002
To remove:
1. Remove the metal filter—see Metal
grease filter section.
2. Remove the charcoal filter by
pushing in on both locking tab
handles to release.
To replace:
1. Insert the charcoal filter into the
opening. Push the locking tab
handles toward the center and
release to engage the locking tabs.
2. Replace the metal filter—see Metal
grease filter section.
Charcoal Filter (for recirculating installation only)
Locking tab handle
Locking tab handle

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Care and cleaning of the vent hood.
Be sure electrical power is off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning or servicing any part
of the vent hood.
Do not use a steel wool pad;
it will scratch the surface.
To clean the stainless steel
surface, use warm sudsy water
or a stainless steel cleaner or polish.
Always wipe the surface in the
direction of the grain. Follow the
cleaner instructions for cleaning
the stainless steel surface.
To inquire about purchasing
stainless steel appliance cleaner
or polish, or to find the location
of a dealer nearest you, please call
our toll-free number:
National Parts Center
800.626.2002
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Stainless Steel Surfaces
Light Bulbs
CAUTION:
Allow bulbs to cool before touching.
To change the light bulbs:
1. Remove the lamp lens cover by
inserting a small flat blade screwdriver
into each of the three slots and gently
prying it free.
NOTE: Do not remove the outer trim ring
(lamp assembly).
2. Wear gloves. Do not touch the bulb
with your bare fingers. Skin oils can
cause early lamp failure.
3. Grasp the bulb and pull it straight out.
4. Replace with the same wattage. Early
bulb failure and damage to or failure of
the transformer may occur if wattage
is too high.
These 12-volt, 20-watt halogen bulbs
with a G4 base are available at
specialty lighting stores and home
building centers.
To order replacement bulb no.
WB01X10239, contact the GE National
Parts Center at 1.800.626.2002 or
purchase from your local retailer.
5. Replace lamp lens cover by inserting
the three retaining tabs into the three
slots and pressing firmly in place.
Use a small flat blade screwdriver
to remove the lamp lens cover.
Outer trim ring
(lamp assembly)
Do not remove
Bulb
Removable inner
lamp lens cover
NOTE: Make sure the tabs are inserted into the slots.
Tab

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Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: ge.com
Installation
Chimney Vent Hoods
Instructions
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
•IMPORTANT —Save these instructions
for local inspector’s use.
•IMPORTANT —Observe all governing
codes and ordinances.
•Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these
instructions with the Consumer.
•Note to Consumer – Keep these instructions
for future reference.
•Skill level – Installation of this vent hood requires
basic mechanical and electrical skills.
•Completion time – Approximately 1 to 3 hours
• Proper installation is the responsibility
of the installer.
• Product failure due to improper installation
is not covered under the Warranty.
PRODUCT DIMENSIONS
FOR YOUR SAFETY:
WARNING —Before beginning the
installation, switch power off at service panel and
lock the service disconnecting means to prevent
power from being switched on accidentally. When
the service disconnecting means cannot be locked,
securely fasten a prominent warning device, such
as a tag, to the service panel.
CAUTION —Due to the weight
and size of these vent hoods and to reduce
the risk of personal injury or damage
to the product, TWO PEOPLE ARE REQUIRED
FOR PROPER INSTALLATION.
30" Models Require a 30" Wide Opening
*Height
to
Ceiling
19-3/4" 29-7/8"
2-1/2"
13-1/8"
10-7/8"
*Height
to
Ceiling
19-3/4" 35-7/8"
3-1/8"
13-1/8"
10-7/8"
36" Models Require a 36" Wide Opening
2-1/4"
* For supplied duct cover ceiling heights for vented installation
and recirculating installation, refer to the table on page 13.
17-1/2"
Allow 1" overlap
of duct.
2-3/8"

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Installation Preparation
PREPARE TO INSTALL THE HOOD
INSTALLATION CLEARANCES
These vent hoods are designed to be installed
onto a wall. They may be installed beneath a soffit
or cabinet.
• Install these hoods 24" Min. to 30" Max. above
the cooking surface.
The vent hood must be installed 24" min.
and 30" max. above the cooking surface.
The hood installation height above the cooking
surface depends upon ceiling height and duct
cover limitations. The telescopic duct cover
conceals the ductwork running from the top
of the hood to the ceiling. For supplied duct cover
ceiling heights, see table on page 13.
Recirculation Kit:
Kit includes 1 air deflector and 1 charcoal filter
and is included with the hood.
NOTE: Installation height should be measured
from the cooking surface to the lowest part
of the hood. This hood may be installed onto a wall
and vented to the outdoors, or it can be installed
for recirculating operation. For recirculation
operation, a Recirculating Kit (included) is required.
24” Min.
30” Max.
ADVANCE PLANNING
Ductwork Planning
• This hood is designed to be vented vertically
through the ceiling. A duct transition piece is
supplied for vertical exhaust. Use locally supplied
elbows to vent horizontally through the rear wall.
See page 10.
• Determine the exact location of the vent hood.
• Plan the route for venting exhaust to the outdoors.
• Use the shortest and straightest duct route
possible. For satisfactory performance, duct run
should not exceed 100' equivalent length for any
duct configurations.
• Refer to “Duct Fittings” chart to compute
the maximum permissible length for duct runs
to the outdoors.
• Use metal ductwork only.
• A transition piece for 8" round duct is supplied.
Use 8" round duct.
• Install a wall cap or roof cap with damper
at the exterior opening. Order the wall or roof cap
and any transition and length of duct needed
in advance.
Wall Framing for Adequate Support
• This vent hood is heavy. Adequate structural
support must be provided. The hood must be
secured to vertical studs in the wall. See page 14.
• We strongly recommend that the vent hood with
duct cover be on site before final framing and
wall finishing. This will also help to accurately
locate the ductwork and electrical service.

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Installation Preparation
POWER SUPPLY
IMPORTANT – (Please read carefully)
WARNING:
FOR PERSONAL SAFETY, THIS APPLIANCE MUST
BE PROPERLY GROUNDED.
Remove house fuse or open circuit breaker before
beginning installation.
Do not use an extension cord or adapter plug
with this appliance. Follow National Electrical Codes
or prevailing local codes and ordinances.
Electrical supply
These vent hoods must be supplied with 120V,
60Hz, and connected to an individual, properly
grounded branch circuit, and protected by a 15
or 20 amp circuit breaker or time delay fuse.
• Wiring must be 2 wire with ground.
• If the electrical supply does not meet the above
requirements, call a licensed electrician before
proceeding.
• Route house wiring as close to the installation
location as possible in the ceiling or wall.
See page 14 for details.
• Connect the wiring to the house wiring
in accordance with local codes.
Grounding instructions
The grounding conductor must be connected
to a ground metal, permanent wiring system, or an
equipment-grounding terminal or lead on the hood.
WARNING: The improper connection
of the equipment-grounding conductor can result
in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified
electrician or service representative if you are in
doubt whether the appliance is properly grounded.

DUCT FITTINGS
This Hood Must Use an
8" Round Duct. It Can
Transition to a
3-1/4" x 12" Duct.
Use this chart to compute
maximum permissible lengths
for duct runs to outdoors.
NOTE: Do not exceed maximum
permissible equivalent lengths!
Maximum duct length:
100 feet.
Flexible ducting:
If flexible metal ducting is used,
all the equivalent feet values in
the table should be doubled.
The flexible metal duct should
be straight and smooth and
extended as much as possible.
DO NOT use flexible plastic
ducting.
NOTE: Any home ventilation
system, such as a ventilation hood,
may interrupt the proper flow
of combustion air and exhaust
required by fireplaces, gas
furnaces, gas water heaters and
other naturally vented systems.
To minimize the chance of
interruption of such naturally
vented systems, follow the
heating equipment manufacturer’s
guidelines and safety standards
such as those published by NFPA
and ASHRAE.
Total
Equivalent Quantity Equivalent
Duct Piece Dimensions Length* Used Length
8" Round, 1 ft.
straight (per foot
length)
3-1/4" x 12" 1 ft.
straight (per foot
length)
8" 90° elbow 17 ft.
8" 45° elbow 10 ft.
3-1⁄4" x 12"
90° elbow 43 ft.
3-1/4" x 12"
45° elbow 26 ft.
3-1/4" x 12"
90° flat elbow 102 ft.
8" round to
3-1/4" x 12" transition 2 ft.
3-1/4" x 12" to 7"
round transition 5 ft.
8" round
to 3-1/4" x 12"
transition 90° elbow 6 ft.
3-1/4" x 12" to 8" round
round transition 90° elbow 13 ft.
8" Round
wall cap
with damper 32 ft.
3-1/4" x 12" wall cap
with damper 75 ft.
8" Round
roof cap 44 ft.
Round
roof vent 24 ft.
Installation Preparation
Total Duct Run
*Actual length of straight duct plus duct fitting
equivalent. Equivalent length of duct pieces are
based on actual tests conducted by GE Evaluation
Engineering and reflect requirements for good
venting performance with any ventilation hood.
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Installation Preparation
REMOVE THE PACKAGING
CAUTION: Wear gloves to protect
against sharp edges.
•Remove the duct covers.
•Remove the hardware bag, literature package
and other boxed parts.
•Remove and properly discard the protective
plastic wrapping and other packaging materials.
•Remove packing foam from behind the blower.
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TOOLS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED
(NOT SUPPLIED)
Pencil and tape measure
Pliers
Wire cutter/stripper
Metal snips
Spirit level
Aluminized
Duct tape
Safety glasses
120V 60Hz. 15 or 20 Amp,
2-wire with ground, properly
grounded branch circuit
Step ladder
Saber saw or Key Hole saw
Phillips screwdriver
Strain relief for
junction box
8" round metal
duct, length to
suit installation
Hammer
Electric drill with 3/16" bits,
#2 Phillips and flat head
Flashlight
UL listed wire nuts

RECIRCULATING KIT (Included)
CHECK INSTALLATION HARDWARE
Locate the hardware package packed with the hood and check contents.
Installation Preparation
Stainless steel filter
Duct cover bracket
REAR WALL
MOUNTING TEMPLATE
Vertical Centerline
ALIGN BOTTOM EDGE
WITH PENCIL LINE
INDICATING BOTTOM
OF THE HOOD
11-7/16"
Installation Height
Horizontal Line
C
L
DRILL 2 (TWO) 3/16" PILOT HOLES THROUGH STUDS OR REAR WALL SUPPORT
10-1/8"
12-08 JR
2"
DRILL 2 (TWO) 3/16" PILOT HOLES THROUGH STUDS OR REAR WALL SUPPORT
12-1/2"
WALL VENT IS 27-3/4" MIN.
ABOVE THE INSTALLATION
HEIGHT
31-14772 Printed in Mexico
HARDWARE PACKAGE
Locate and count
screws
6 wood screws
(#10 1-3/4" long)
4 wall fasteners
(5/16")
(screw with
wall anchor)
8 duct cover
and air deflector
screws
(#8 thread forming
screw 3/8" long)
Charcoal filter
2-piece decorative
duct cover
Wall mount template
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Air deflector

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DETERMINE INSTALLATION HEIGHT
•Telescopic duct covers are provided to conceal
the ductwork running to the ceiling.
•This hood can be installed for recirculating
operation. Recirculating Kit included with hood.
NOTE: Installation height should be measured from
the cooking surface to the straight portion of the
hood.
The vent hood must be installed 24" min. and
30" max. above the cooking surface. The hood
installation height, from the cooking surface to the
bottom of the hood, depends upon ceiling height
and duct cover limitations.
Installation Preparation
24" Min.
30" Max.
36" Min. *Based on 36"countertop height
PV970, PV976
Upper Duct Cover 25.81
Lower Duct Cover 27.56
Counter to Hood Height
Actual *Possible
Ceiling *Possible VENTED RECIRCULATING
Height Installation Height Installation Height
7' 11" 24" to 30" 24"
8' 0" 24" to 30" 24" to 25"
8' 1" 24" to 30" 24" to 26"
8' 2" 24" to 30" 24" to 27"
8' 3" 24" to 30" 24" to 28"
8' 4" 24" to 30" 24" to 29"
8' 5" 24" to 30" 24" to 30"
8' 6" 24" to 30" 24" to 30"
8' 7" 24" to 30" 24" to 30"
8' 8" 24" to 30" 24" to 30"
8' 9" 24" to 30" 24" to 30"
8' 10" 24" to 30" 24" to 30"
8' 11" 24" to 30" 24" to 30"
9' 0" 24" to 30" 24" to 30"
9' 1" 24" to 30" 24" to 30"
9' 2" 25" to 30" 24" to 30"
9' 3" 26" to 30" 24" to 30"
9' 4" 27" to 30" 24" to 30"
9' 5" 28" to 30" 24" to 30"
9' 6" 29" to 30" 24" to 30"
9' 7" 30" 25" to 30"
9' 8" 26" to 30"
9' 9" 27" to 30"
9' 10" 28" to 30"
9' 11" 29" to 30"
10' 0" 30"
10' 1"
10' 2"
10' 3"

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INSTALL FRAMING
FOR HOOD SUPPORT
IMPORTANT— Framing must be capable
of supporting 100 lbs.
If drywall is present, mark the screw hole locations
for the top mounting brackets. Remove the template.
•Cut away enough drywall to expose 2 vertical studs
at the bracket location indicated on the template.
•Install a horizontal support at least 1" x 12"
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.
NOTE: 2 horizontal supports will be needed if there
is a stud located between the horizontal screw
locations (see figure).
IMPORTANT: Reinstall drywall for an even mounting
surface.
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Installation Instructions
Centerline of
installation
space
View from
rear cleats
1" x 12" min.
mounting
support
DUCTWORK, WIRING LOCATIONS
Determine the exact location of the vent hood.
•Locate the template packed with the literature.
– Measure 36" from the floor to the top of the cooking
surface. Add hood installation height determined on
pages 8 and 13. Mark that location.
–Use a level to draw a straight pencil line on the wall.
– Tape the template in position along the penciled
line. CHECK TO BE SURE THE TEMPLATE IS LEVEL.
Ceiling ducting:
If ductwork will vent straight up to the ceiling:
•Use a level to draw a line straight up, from
the centerline on the template to the ceiling.
•Measure 5" from the back wall to the centerline
of an 8-1/2" hole on the ceiling.
NOTE: If drywall is not present, add drywall thickness
to the 5" dimension.
Wall Ducting:
If ductwork will vent to the rear:
•Use a level to draw a line straight up from
the centerline on the template.
•Measure at least 27-3/4" above the pencil line
that indicates the bottom installation height,
to the centerline of an 8-1/2" dia. duct hole.
(Hole may be elongated for duct elbow.)
HOUSE WIRING LOCATION:
•The junction box is located on the top left side
of the hood.
•Wiring should enter the back wall at least 18" above
the bottom of the hood and within 5" of the left side
of the centerline.
INSTALLATION—VENTED TO THE OUTSIDE
8-1/2" min. opening for ductwork
REAR WALL
MOUNTING TEMPLATE
Vertical Centerline
ALIGN BOTTOM EDGE
WITH PENCIL LINE
INDICATING BOTTOM
OF THE HOOD
11-7/16"
Installation Height
Horizontal Line
C
L
DRILL 2 (TWO) 3/16" PILOT HOLES THROUGH STUDS OR REAR WALL SUPPORT
10-1/8"
12-08 JR
2"
DRILL 2 (TWO) 3/16" PILOT HOLES THROUGH STUDS OR REAR WALL SUPPORT
12-1/2"
WALL VENT IS 27-3/4" MIN.
ABOVE THE INSTALLATION
HEIGHT
31-14772 Printed in Mexico
Ceiling
House Wiring
Location C
L
5"
18"
Min.
Wall vent
27-3/4" min.
above
installation
height
5" centerline to wall

Installation Instructions
INSTALL DUCT BRACKET
The duct bracket should be installed against the back wall
and flush with the ceiling; the point where the ceiling meets
the wall should be level for the bracket and duct cover to fit
flush. This bracket will hold the duct cover in place at the top.
Secure the bracket to the wall:
•Align the diamond centerline cutout on the bracket
with the penciled centerline on the wall.
•Mark 2 screw hole locations in the wall.
•Drill 1/8" pilot holes in the marked locations.
•If pilot holes do not enter wood studs, enlarge the holes
to 3/8" and install metal wall fastener anchors (provided).
•If mounting directly to a masonry wall, obtain appropriate
#10 masonry screw anchors. Drill and install per the
fastener supplier’s instructions.
•Drive screws, by hand, into the fasteners to allow anchors
to expand. Remove the screws.
•Secure the bracket to the wall with wood screws and/or
fasteners.
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INSTALL HOOD MOUNTING SCREWS
The two upper mounting screws must enter the horizontal
support or wall studs.
•With the template taped in place, use a punch to mark
mounting bracket screw locations.
•Drill 1/8" pilot holes in 4 of the punched locations
in the lower bracket. If the bottom 2 pilot holes do not enter
wood, enlarge the holes to 3/8” and install metal wall
fastener anchors (provided).
•Remove the template.
•Install the 2 top mounting screws, leave 1/4" gap between
the screw head and the wall. This will allow the keyhole
slot on the hood frame to engage the screw head.
IMPORTANT: Use the mounting screws provided.
DO NOT USE DRYWALL SCREWS.
•Check to be sure the mounting screws are horizontally level.
2
Centerline cutout
MOUNT THE HOOD
WARNING:2 people are required to lift
and position the hood onto the mounting screws.
•Lift the hood onto the mounting screws.
•If using a wall fastener, make sure the washer is in front
of the flange and not behind it. Check with a level before
tightening the screws.
•Install lower screws to pull the hood tight against the wall.
4
Tighten
screws
Install
screws
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REAR WALL
MOUNTING TEMPLATE
Vertical Centerline
ALIGN BOTTOM EDGE
WITH PENCIL LINE
INDICATING BOTTOM
OF THE HOOD
11-7/16"
Installation Height
Horizontal Line
C
L
DRILL 2 (TWO) 3/16" PILOT HOLES THROUGH STUDS OR REAR WALL SUPPORT
10-1/8"
12-08 JR
2"
DRILL 2 (TWO) 3/16" PILOT HOLES THROUGH STUDS OR REAR WALL SUPPORT
12-1/2"
WALL VENT IS 27-3/4" MIN.
ABOVE THE INSTALLATION
HEIGHT
31-14772 Printed in Mexico
Bottom
screw
location

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Installation Instructions
INSTALLATION—VENTED TO THE OUTSIDE
CONNECT DUCTWORK
•Remove shipping tape from the damper.
•Install ductwork, making connections
in the direction of airflow as illustrated.
•Push duct over the exhaust outlet and damper.
•Secure joints in ductwork with sheet metal screws.
•Wrap all duct joints and the flange connections
with aluminized duct tape for an airtight seal.
CAUTION:Do not use sheet metal
screws at the hood flange connection. Doing so will
prevent proper damper operation. Seal connection
with tape only.
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Duct tape
over seam
and screw Screw
Airflow
CONNECT ELECTRICAL
Verify that power is turned off at the source.
WARNING: If house wiring is not 2-wire
with a ground wire, a ground must be provided
by the installer. When house wiring is aluminum,
be sure to use U.L. approved anti-oxidant compound
and aluminum-to-copper connectors.
•Remove the 6 screws on the junction box cover
and the knockout on the top left side.
•Secure the house wiring to the junction box with
a strain relief (not provided).
•Connect the white lead to the branch circuit white lead.
•Connect the black lead to the branch circuit black lead.
•Connect the green/yellow lead to the branch
circuit green lead or bare ground lead.
•Secure all the connections with wire nuts on each
electrical connector.
•Push the wires into the junction box and replace
the cover. Be sure the wires are not pinched.
•Secure the junction box cover with the 6 original
screws.
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Junction
box cover
Knockout

Installation Instructions
INSTALL DUCT COVERS
•Remove protective plastic
covering.
•Assemble duct covers
according to application.
NOTE: The inside duct cover has vent
holes on one end. The holes are intended
for use when the hood is installed for
recirculating purposes. Slide the upper duct cover
into the folded ends of the lower duct cover.
•Place the decorative duct covers on top of the hood.
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Mounting
screws
Lower duct
cover seat
Duct cover bracket
Lower duct
cover
Upper duct
cover
Duct cover
attachment tabs
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•Extend the inner duct cover upward to the ceiling
bracket.
•
Secure with 2 screws to the duct cover bracket.
• Remove the packing material from the filter
opening.
• Locate the screw holes on the inside front edge
of the opening. Install 2 screws to secure the lower
duct cover to the hood.
Screw holes
INSTALL METAL GREASE FILTER
•Remove the protective film on the grease filter.
NOTE: The charcoal filter is not required for this
installation.
• Fit the tabs at the end of the filter into the slots
in the left side of the filter opening. Lift up the
right side of the filter and push gently until the
filter locks into place. Make sure the filter lock
is in the closed position to secure the filter.
• To remove the filter, pull downward on the filter
lock to release.
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FINALIZE INSTALLATION
•Check to be sure all tape and packaging materials
have been removed.
•Refer to the Operating Instructions in this manual
to operate the hood.
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Installation Instructions
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INSTALLATION—RECIRCULATING
DUCTWORK, WIRING LOCATIONS
•Determine the exact location of the vent hood.
•Locate the template packed with the literature.
•Measure 36" from the floor to the top of the cooking
surface. Add hood installation height determined on
pages 8 and 13. Mark that location.
•Tape the template in position along the penciled line.
CHECK TO BE SURE THE TEMPLATE IS LEVEL.
•Use a level to draw a line straight up, from
the centerline on the template to the ceiling.
HOUSE WIRING LOCATION:
•The junction box is located on the top left side
of the hood.
•Wiring should enter the back wall at least 18"
above the bottom of the hood, and within 5"
of the centerline.
INSTALL FRAMING
FOR HOOD SUPPORT
IMPORTANT: Framing must be capable
of supporting 100 lbs.
If drywall is present, mark the screw hole locations
for the top mounting brackets. Remove the template.
•Cut away enough drywall to expose 2 vertical studs
at the bracket location indicated on the template.
•Install a horizontal support at least 1" x 12"
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.
NOTE: 2 horizontal supports will be needed if there
is a stud located between the horizontal screw
locations (see figure).
IMPORTANT: Reinstall drywall for an even mounting
surface.
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REAR WALL
MOUNTING TEMPLATE
Vertical Centerline
ALIGN BOTTOM EDGE
WITH PENCIL LINE
INDICATING BOTTOM
OF THE HOOD
11-7/16"
Installation Height
Horizontal Line
C
L
DRILL 2 (TWO) 3/16" PILOT HOLES THROUGH STUDS OR REAR WALL SUPPORT
10-1/8"
12-08 JR
2"
DRILL 2 (TWO) 3/16" PILOT HOLES THROUGH STUDS OR REAR WALL SUPPORT
12-1/2"
WALL VENT IS 27-3/4" MIN.
ABOVE THE INSTALLATION
HEIGHT
31-14772 Printed in Mexico
Ceiling
House Wiring
Location C
L
5"
18"
Min.
View from
rear cleats
1" x 12" min.
mounting
support
Centerline of
installation
space
5" centerline to wall

INSTALL DUCT BRACKET
AND DEFLECTOR
The duct bracket should be installed against the back
wall and flush with the ceiling; the point where the
ceiling meets the wall should be level for the bracket
and duct cover to fit flush. This bracket will hold
the duct cover in place at the top.
Secure the bracket to the wall:
•Align the diamond centerline cutout on the bracket
to the penciled centerline on the wall.
•Mark 2 screw hole locations in the wall.
•Drill 1/8" pilot holes in the marked locations.
•If pilot holes do not enter wood studs, enlarge
the holes to 3/8" and install metal wall fastener
anchors (provided).
•If mounting directly to a masonry wall, obtain
appropriate #10 masonry screw anchors. Drill
and install per the fastener supplier’s instructions.
•Drive screws, by hand, into the fasteners to allow
anchors to expand. Remove the screws.
•Secure the bracket to the wall with wood screws
and/or fasteners.
•Assemble the air deflector accessory to the duct
cover bracket with the 4 assembly screws provided.
DO NOT tighten screws. This is a temporary
installation.
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Installation Instructions
INSTALL HOOD MOUNTING SCREWS
The mounting screws must enter the horizontal
support or wall studs.
• With the template taped in place, use a punch
to mark mounting bracket screw locations.
•Drill 1/8" pilot holes in 4 of the punched locations
in the lower bracket. If the bottom 2 pilot holes do
not enter wood, enlarge the holes to 3/8” and install
metal wall fastener anchors (provided).
•Remove the template.
•Install the 2 top mounting screws; leave 1/4" gap
between the screw head and the wall. This will allow
the keyhole slot on the hood frame to engage the
screw head.
IMPORTANT: Use the mounting screws provided.
DO NOT USE DRYWALL SCREWS.
•Check to be sure the mounting screws are
horizontally level.
2
Centerline cutout
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REAR WALL
MOUNTING TEMPLATE
Vertical Centerline
ALIGN BOTTOM EDGE
WITH PENCIL LINE
INDICATING BOTTOM
OF THE HOOD
11-7/16"
Installation Height
Horizontal Line
C
L
DRILL 2 (TWO) 3/16" PILOT HOLES THROUGH STUDS OR REAR WALL SUPPORT
10-1/8"
12-08 JR
2"
DRILL 2 (TWO) 3/16" PILOT HOLES THROUGH STUDS OR REAR WALL SUPPORT
12-1/2"
WALL VENT IS 27-3/4" MIN.
ABOVE THE INSTALLATION
HEIGHT
31-14772 Printed in Mexico

Installation Instructions
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SIZE AND CUT DUCT PIECE
•Measure from the bottom of the air deflector
to the top of the hood as shown. Reduce that
dimension by 1" to facilitate installation.
The duct will cover and overlap the deflector
and the exhaust outlet in the hood.
•Remove the air deflector from the duct cover
bracket.
•Cut the duct piece to size and slip onto the bottom
of the deflector.
•Place the assembled deflector and duct over
the exhaust outlet.
•Hold the assembly against the duct bracket.
•Drive 2 screws into each side of the bottom
of the deflector and into the bracket.
•Use duct tape to seal duct to the deflector
and at the exhaust outlet.
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Measure
length
Duct
length
Deflector
INSTALLATION—RECIRCULATING
MOUNT THE HOOD
WARNING:2 people are required to lift
and position the hood onto the mounting screws.
•Lift the hood onto the mounting screws.
•If using a wall fastener, make sure the washer
is in front of the flange and not behind it. Check
with a level before tightening screws.
•Install lower screws to pull the hood tight against
the wall.
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Tighten
screws
Install
screws
Bottom
screw
location