Installation; Installation - Ducting Version - CULUS Elica Guía De Instalación, Uso Y Mantenimiento

Installation

Installation - Ducting version

1. Pre-installation calculations
= Kitchen Height
K
C = Counter Height (36" standard)
P = Prefered Height of Hood
Bottom above counter (Recommended
24"-30")
H = Hood height your installation
H = K – C – P
a) Select a hood preference height P that is
comfortable for the user. (from 24" to 30").
b) Calculate Hood height your installation H =
K-C-P.
c) Confirm that H is within the range of min to
max H found for your model (See
"Dimensions and clearances" paragraph). If
not adjust your installation.
2. Preparation of mounting surface
Installing supports above ceiling drywall.
Note: Take into consideration the hood
depth; the hood could be much deeper
than the cooktop.
a. Mark center lines of cooktop or range on
ceiling above. Use centerlines marked on
ceiling to position the mounting template.
Note location of hood front (that indicated
with a printed arrow), side, and mounting
holes indicated on template.
Note: Remember that printed arrow on
template corresponds to front of the hood
and consequently to side where control
panels will be located at the end of
installation)
b. Remove and save template. Cut and
remove ceiling drywall. Install suitable
length 2" x 4" lumber between joists to
provide chimney mounting points as
shown above. Use template for
dimensions and required clearance.
Make sure to affix the added lumber
firmly and level. Consult a professional if
you have difficulties or your installation is
unique. Consult template and
Figs.above.
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