GE JV966 Ventilation Hood User Manual


 
B
A
A
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Installation Instructions
IMPORTANT: For additional support and to minimize
vibration during operation, we strongly recommend
that the hood also be secured to the back wall with
wall fasteners.
4 Alternate Mounting Method
INSTALL HOOD TO SOFFIT
OR BENEATH CABINETS
SKIP THIS STEP IF USING WALL MOUNTING
METHOD
IMPORTANT: Soffit framing must be capable
of supporting 100 lbs.
When necessary, the hood may be installed so that it
is supported by the soffit.
The soffit should be constructed with 2 x 4s.
Determine the installation location.
Continue the centerline forward on the bottom of
the cabinet or soffit.
A”“B
Centerline to Opening
Center of Stud For Ductwork
30 Models 14-1/2 10-3/4W x 8-7/16D
36 Models 17-1/2 10-3/4W x 8-7/16D
Mounting screws must be secured to 2 x 4 studs
(Dim. A) at locations shown in the above chart.
Allow minimum opening (Dim. B) to
accommodate the duct transition in the soffit.
Cut a 10-3/4 x 8-7/16 hole through bottom of soffit or cabinet for
duct transition as shown.
Drill four 1/8 pilot holes in locations shown.
If mounting to the underside of a cabinet with
a recessed bottom, install shims to fill the gap.
Transition
1/4" Gap
Engage Keyhole Slots
and Push Back
to Wall
Add Shims
If Bottom
Is Recessed
Back
Wall
Cabinet
or
Soffit
Drive mounting screws into the studs until they
protrude 1/4. This 1/4 gap will provide clearance
to engage the keyhole slots in the top of the hood.
Lift hood onto mounting screws. Slide back against
the rear wall.
Pull house wiring through the knockout at the rear
or the top of the hood.
Tighten mounting screws.
30" Models
7-1/16"
14-1/2"
C
14-1/2"
12"
29-7/8"
Top View, Front Side
2-9/16"
2-1/4"
2-3/8"
8-7/16"
10-3/4"
36" Models
7-1/16"
17-1/2"
C
17-1/2"
12"
35-7/8"
Top View, Front Side
2-9/16"
2-1/4"
2-3/8"
8-7/16"
10-3/4"
C
Top View, Front Side
2-3/8"
8-7/16"
5-3/8" 5-3/8"
Rear Wall