Consumer Support ....20 Write the model and serial numbers here: Model # ______________________ Serial # _______________________ You can find them on a label on the inside of the hood. LI275B 49-80520-7 10-15 GE...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and the word “DANGER”, “WARNING”, or Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
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GEAppliances.com SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING – WARNING – TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A TO REDUCE THE RISK OF RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE: FIRE, USE ONLY METAL DUCTWORK. A. Never leave surface units unattended at high Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your settings.
Using the hood controls. GEAppliances.com Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. FAN Control LIGHT Control Turn the FAN speed control to LO, MED LO, Turn the LIGHT control to HI for bright light while MED HI or HI, as needed. cooking.
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GEAppliances.com Be sure electrical power is off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning or servicing any part of the vent hood. Hood Lights Receptacle Socket NOTE: The glass cover should be removed only when cold. Wearing latex gloves may Receptacle offer a better grip.
Installation Range Hoods Instructions Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) www.GEAppliances.com. BEFORE YOU BEGIN PRODUCT DIMENSIONS Read these Instructions completely and carefully. 12” IMPORTANT • Save these instructions for local inspector’s use. IMPORTANT • Observe all governing 18” codes and ordinances. Note to Installer Be sure to leave these •...
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Installation Instructions INSTALLATION CLEARANCES OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES These vent hoods are designed to be installed onto Duct Cover a wall. They may be installed beneath a soffit or A decorative duct cover is available to cabinet. accommodate 8 to 10 ft. ceiling heights. The duct cooking space.
Installation Instructions ADVANCE PLANNING DECORATIVE DUCT COVERS A decorative duct cover is available to fit both model widths. Duct Install Planning The duct cover conceals the ductwork running from the top of • This hood may be vented vertically through upper cabinets, the hood to the ceiling or soffit.
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Installation Instructions This Hood Must Use 7” Round Duct. It Can Transition To 3-1/4” x 12” Duct. Note: Any home ventilation system, such as a ventilation hood, may interrupt the proper flow of combustion air and heaters and other naturally vented systems. To minimize the chance of interruption of such naturally vented systems, follow the heating equipment manufacturer’s guidelines and safety standards such as those published by NFPA and ASHRAE.
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Installation Instructions TOOLS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED REMOVE THE PACKAGING (NOT SUPPLIED) Phillips and Duct tape Flat blade Pencil and tape screwdrivers measure Hood Wood socket Mounting Motor Parts Support Electric drill with 1/8” and Package 3/8” bits Shipping Carton Safety glasses •...
Installation Instructions PARTS PROVIDED and check contents. Screws, wall 2 Aluminum fasteners, Grease Filters Duct Transition Filter washers with Damper Support DUCT COVER REQUIREMENTS installation using the duct cover 8 ft. Ceiling We recommend that the vent hood and decorative duct accessory.
Installation Instructions DETERMINE HOOD, DUCTWORK AND WIRING LOCATIONS • Keep the wood support piece and its screws for later FOR CEILING 6-7/8” installation. Do not discard. VENT DUCTING Centerline to Wall • Measure desired distance from the bottom of the hood to Electrical the previous page if the accessory duct cover will be used.
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Installation Instructions INSTALL HOOD SUPPORT INSTALL TRANSITION IMPORTANT: Remove shipping IMPORTANT : Framing must be capable of supporting tape from damper and check Remove 100 lbs. that damper moves freely. Shipping Tape on Damper • Locate at least 2 vertical studs at the wood mounting location by tapping drywall with a hammer or use a stud finder.
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Installation Instructions Alternate Mounting Method IMPORTANT : For additional support and to minimize vibration during operation, we strongly recommend INSTALL HOOD TO SOFFIT OR that the hood also be secured to the back wall with wall BENEATH CABINETS fasteners. 30” Models SKIP THIS STEP IF USING WALL MOUNTING METHOD 14-1/2”...
Installation Instructions INSTALL CEILING BRACKET CONNECT DUCTWORK The ceiling bracket must be installed when the duct • Push duct over the end of the transition until it cover is used to span 24” or more height above the hood. reaches the stop tabs. The bracket will hold the decorative duct cover in place •...
Installation Instructions INSTALL DUCT COVERS INSTALL MOTOR Motor Attachment • Align and engage the slots Bracket in the blower assembly to • Place the 12” section of the decorative duct cover on the 3 hooks at the rear of top of the hood. •...
Installation Instructions INSTALL FILTERS • Remove protective film covering the filters. • Insert the filter into the “C” clips mounted to the top of the vertical front panel. • Tap the filter against one side to align with outside opening. •...
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA. If the product is located in an area where service by a GE Authorized Servicer is not available, you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE Service Location for service.
Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user. Other servicing generally cause unsafe operation. Contact Us GEAppliances.com If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE, contact us on our Website with all the details GE Appliances, Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225 Register Your Appliance GEAppliances.com...
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