Installation instructions, Install hood to soffit or beneath cabinets – GE ZV48SSFSS User Manual
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Installation Instructions
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“A” Centerline to Stud
and Keyhole Slots
“B” Hood Width At
the Top
ZV48T
19-9/16"
40"
ZV48S
23-9/16"
47-15/16"
ZV36T
13-9/16"
28"
ZV36S
17-9/16"
35-15/16"
ZV30T
10-9/16"
22"
ZV30S
14-9/16"
29-15/16"
INSTALL HOOD TO SOFFIT OR BENEATH CABINETS
SKIP THIS STEP IF USING WALL MOUNTING METHOD
When necessary, the hood may be installed so that it is
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• Determine the installation location on the wall.
• Continue the centerline forward on the bottom of the
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• The opening above the hood should allow for the 10"
round duct and clearance to slide the hood back against
the wall.
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Requires 10-1/2" Min.
Opening For Ductwork
and Hood Installation
A
• The 2 x 4 studs must be located as shown in the chart,
Dim. A. to accept mounting screws.
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• Drill 1/8" pilot holes into the studs at the locations shown
in the top view illustration.
Install Transition Onto Top of Hood
• Place the transition piece over the hood exhaust and
secure with 4 screws provided.
• Use duct tape to seal the connection. Check to be sure the
damper moves freely.
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Note: If mounting to the underside of a cabinet with a
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Duct
Transition
Top of
Hood
• Drive mounting screws into the studs until they protrude
1/4". The 1/4" gap will provide clearance to engage the
keyhole slots in the top of the hood.
• Lift hood to installation position. Locate house wiring and
route through the knockout (from the back or top of the
hood).
• Lift hood onto mounting screws. Slide back against the
rear wall.
• Tighten mounting screws.
IMPORTANT: For additional support and to
minimize vibration during operation, the hood must
be secured to the back wall. Use wall anchors to
fasten bottom back of hood to the wall.
1/4" Gap
Push Back
to Wall
Add Shims
If Bottom
Is Recessed
Back
Wall
Cabinet
or
Soffit
Engage Top
Keyhole Slots
2"
7-1/2"
A
C
B
2-9/16"
8"
8-1/8"
6"
Back of Hood
Top View
Front of Hood
IMPORTANT: Remove
shipping tape from
damper and check that
damper moves freely.