GE CV966 Owner's Manual & Installation Instructions page 16

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 2x4's.
• Determine the installation location.
• Continue the centerline forward on the bottom of the
cabinet or soffit.
A
Centerline to
Center of Stud
30" Models
36" Models
• 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.
2-3/8"
5-3/8"
Top View, Front Side
Cut a 10-3/4" x 8-7/16" hole through bottom of soffit or
cabinet for duct transition as shown.
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Installation Instructions
B
A
"A" "B"
Opening for
Ductwork
14-1/2" 10-3/4" W x 8-7/16 D
17-1/2" 10-3/4" W x 8-7/16 D
Rear Wall
5-3/8"
8-7/16"
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.
30" Models
14-1/2"
2-9/16"
2-3/8"
7-1/16"
2-1/4" 29-7/8"
Top View, Front Side
36" Models
17-1/2"
2-3/8"
10-3/4"
35-7/8"
Top View, Front Side
• Drill four 1/8" pilot holes in locations show.
• If mounting to the underside of a cabinet with a
recessed bottom, install shims to fill the gap.
Transition
Engage Keyhole Slots
and Push Back at Wall
• 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
top of the hood.
• Tighten mounting screws.
14-1/2"
10-3/4"
8-7/16"
17-1/2"
12"
8-7/16"
Cabinet
or Soffit
Add Shims
if Bottom is
1/4" Gap
Recessed.
Back
Wall
12"
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