KITCHENAID 9763388 - Manuel (Page 4)

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Location Requirements
IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
Hood location should be away from strong draft areas, such as
windows, doors and strong heating vents.
Installation clearance dimensions that are shown must be used.
Given dimensions provide minimum clearance.
NOTE: Hood liner must be surrounded by a custom built
enclosure.
Cooktop to hood clearance will depend on the material the
builder uses to enclose the liner.
Grounded electrical outlet is required. See “Electrical
requirements” section.
It is recommended that the hood be fastened to solid wood.
The hood is factory set for venting through the roof or wall.
All openings in ceiling and wall where the hood will be installed
must be sealed.
Tools and Parts
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.
Read and follow the safety instructions provided with any tools
listed here.
Tools needed:
■ level
■ drill with 1
¹⁄₄" and ⁷⁄₃₂" drill bits
■ pencil
■ wire stripper or utility knife
■ measuring tape or ruler
■ pliers
■ caulking gun and weatherproof caulking compound
■ duct tape
■ jig saw or keyhole saw
■ flat blade screwdriver
■ metal snips
■ Phillips screwdriver
Parts needed:
■ ³⁄₄" (19.0 mm) UL- or CSA-listed strain relief
■ power supply cable
■ metal vent system
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Installation Clearances
hood support must be capable of
supporting 40 lbs. (18.1 kg) for
36" (91.4 cm) model or 55 lbs. (25 kg)
for 48" (121.9 cm) model
hood liner is
22" (55.9 cm)
deep
min. cabinet opening widths:
36" (91.4 cm) model, 36" (91.4 cm)
48" (121.9 cm) model, 48" (121.9 cm)
recommended 24" to 36"
(61.0 cm to 91.4 cm)
above cooktop