CONSTRUCT CEILING SUPPORT
Plan the Location of the Hood and Ductwork
Use a plumb bob to check the location. The countertop/
cooktop below the hood must be centered with the hood.
of the cooking appliance.
The duct in the ceiling must be centered over the
cooktop.
Ceiling Support Structure
support the weight of the hood.)
spacing
31-10725 Rev. 6
Installation Preparation
Install cross-framing symmetrically over duct/
cooktop centerline
8-3/4"
of hood
to center
of cooktop
structure.
supports
Cooktop
outline