NOTE: If this hood replaces another one, please note that the location of the air exhaust can vary
from one manufacturer to another.
5. INSTALL THE ADAPTER/DAMPER
Fold down the adapter/damper foldable flange (C).
This flange must be at 90° from the remaining
flanges. Use the lower screw holes on each side of
the adapter/damper to assemble it to the back of
hood.
C
It may be necessary to adjust the adapter/damper
location to the existing wall discharge opening.
Leave the adapter/damper foldable flange (C) as is.
Use the upper screw holes on each side of the
adapter/damper to assemble it to the back of hood.
C
HORIZONTAL DISCHARGE, NEW INSTALLATION
HORIZONTAL DISCHARGE, HOOD REPLACEMENT
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VERTICAL DISCHARGE
For a vertical discharge installation only,
leave the adapter/damper foldable flange (C)
as is. This flange must be located towards the
front of the hood.
C
NOTE: For the best ventilation performance, if a round duct must be used, the duct diameter must
be 6” or more. Use a 3¼” x 10” to 6” round transition. The wall duct must be well prepared
to receive the adapter. Before performing the installation, make sure the adapter fits easily
in the duct.
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LL INSTALLATIONS
Using two 1/2” screws, secure the
adapter/damper to the top or back of the
hood. Tape the adapter/damper to the hood
using metal foil duct tape to seal it.