Installation Requirements; Tools And Parts; Location Requirements - KitchenAid 30" Installation Instructions And Use & Care Manual

Tools and Parts

Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.
Read and follow the safety instructions provided with any tools
listed here.
Tools needed
Level
Drill
1¹⁄₄" drill bit
³⁄₈" (8 mm) nut driver or ratchet
Pencil
Pliers
Wire stripper or utility knife
Tape measure or ruler
Caulking gun and weatherproof caulking compound
Phillips screwdriver
Flat-blade screwdriver
Saber or keyhole saw
Duct tape
Metal snips
Parts supplied
Check that all parts are included.
Literature package
2 screws
Damper
Plastic cover (used for customized front panel)
Hardware package
Parts needed
Two ¹⁄₂" (12.7 mm) UL listed or CSA approved conduit
connectors
Wall cap for interior-mounted motor
Metal vent system
Power supply cable
Optional parts needed:
Wood filler strips for cabinets with recessed bottoms. Length
and thickness determined by recess dimensions. See
"Prepare Location" section.
Two, 1" x 1" x 5" (25.4 x 25.4 x 127 mm) wood pieces for
cabinet floor. See "Prepare Location" section.
Four, 1¹⁄₄" (31.8 mm) wood screws
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

Location Requirements

IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
Have a qualified technician install the range hood. It is the
installer's responsibility to comply with installation clearances
specified on the model/serial rating plate. The model/serial
rating plate is located behind the left filter on the rear wall of
the vent hood.
Range hood location should be away from strong draft areas,
such as windows, doors, and strong heating vents.
Cabinet opening dimensions that are shown must be used.
Given dimensions provide minimum clearance. Consult your
cooktop/range manufacturer installation instructions before
making any cutouts.
Grounded electrical outlet is required. See "Electrical
Requirements" section.
The hood is factory set for vented installations through the
roof or wall.
For recirculating installations, Recirculation Kit Part
Number 883140 is available from your dealer or an
authorized parts distributor.
All openings in ceiling and wall where range hood will be
installed must be sealed.
For Mobile Home Installations
The installation of this range hood must conform to the
Manufactured Home Construction Safety Standards, Title 24
CFR, Part 328 (formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile Home
Construction and Safety, title 24, HUD, Part 280) or when such
standard is not applicable, the standard for Manufactured Home
Installation 1982 (Manufactured Home Sites, Communities and
Setups) ANSI A225.1/NFPA 501A*, or latest edition, or with local
codes.