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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

Tools and Parts

Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. 
Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed 
here.

Tools needed

Level

Drill

¹⁄₈" (3 mm) drill bit

³⁄₄" (19 mm) drill bit

Pencil

Pliers

Wire stripper or utility knife

Tape measure or ruler

Caulking gun and weatherproof caulking compound

Phillips screwdriver

Flat-blade screwdriver

T-10 TORX

®† driver

Saber or keyhole saw

Vent clamps

Metal snips

Parts needed

Home power supply cable

Two 

¹⁄₂" (1.3 cm) UL listed or CSA approved strain reliefs

3 UL listed wire connectors

For vented installations, you will also needed:

1 wall or roof cap 

Metal vent system

For non-vented (recirculating) installations, you will also 
need:

Recirculation Kit Part Number W10356918. See the 
“Assistance or Service” section to order.

Optional parts needed:

Wood filler strips for cabinets with recessed bottoms. Length 
and thickness determined by recess dimensions. See the 
“Prepare Location” section.

Two, 1" x 1" x 5" (25 x 25 x 12.7 cm) wood pieces for cabinet 
floor. See the “Prepare Location” section.

Four, 1

¹⁄₄" (3.2 cm) wood screws

Parts supplied
Remove parts from packages. Check that all parts are included.

Damper: Part Number W10369162

Hardware package: Part Number W10369160. Includes:

Installation Instructions and Use and Care Guide

2 lower leveling brackets

2 upper leveling brackets

2 - 2.5 x 9.5 mm metal screws

4 - 4.5 x 16 mm wood screws

4 - 5 x 18 mm machine screws

4 - 3.5 x 9.5 mm metal screws

Location Requirements

IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.

Have a qualified technician install the range hood. It is the 
installer’s responsibility to comply with installation clearances 
specified on the model/serial rating plate. The model/serial rating 
plate is located behind the filter on the left rear wall of the range 
hood.

Range hood location should be away from strong draft areas, 
such as windows, doors, and strong heating vents.

Cabinet opening dimensions that are shown must be used. Given 
dimensions provide minimum clearance. Consult your cooktop/
range manufacturer installation instructions before making any 
cutouts.

Grounded electrical outlet is required. See “Electrical 
Requirements” section.

The range hood is factory set for vented installations through the 
roof or wall. For non-vented (recirculating) installations see “Non- 
Vented (recirculating) Installation Through the Soffit/Cabinet” in 
the “Prepare Location” section. Recirculation Kit Part Number 
W10356918 is available from your dealer or an authorized parts 
distributor.

All openings in ceiling and wall where range hood will be installed 
must be sealed.

For Mobile Home Installations
The installation of this range hood must conform to the 
Manufactured Home Construction Safety Standards, Title 24 
CFR, Part 328 (formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile Home 
Construction and Safety, title 24, HUD, Part 280) or when such 
standard is not applicable, the standard for Manufactured Home 
Installation 1982 (Manufactured Home Sites, Communities and 
Setups) ANSI A225.1/NFPA 501A*, or latest edition, or with local 
codes.

†®TORX is a registered trademark of Saturn Fasteners, Inc.

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