Install Wood Mounting Strip - Broan EPD6136 Installation Instructions Manual

2. PREPARE INSTALLATION (
Parts sold separately:
- Shielded halogen bulbs (120 V, 50 W max., MR16 with GU10 base) (2 for 36" and 42" widths hood
and 3 for 48" and 60" widths hood)
- AEEPD Series Decorative Flue, to be installed over the hood (optional)
- AWEPD Series Wall Extension, 36'' , 42" , 48" and 60" widths (optional)
- Transitions, duct, elbows, dampers, wall and roof caps.
Refer to page 3 for a complete list of venting options and model numbers.
NOTE: During installation, protect countertop and/or cooktop.
-
RMP Series Backsplash, to be installed before hood (optional)

3. INSTALL WOOD MOUNTING STRIP

Due to the weight of this hood, ensure that the wood strip is attached to all of the
available studs and blocking; not into the wall alone.
1. Proper structural support is required to accommodate the weight of the hood. Construct the wall
framing using minimum 2" x 4" lumbers.
2. Mark the center location of the hood.
3. Measure and mark a level line on wall above cooktop location for the wood mounting strip (see
illustration on page 4). Install 2" x 4" blockings between wall studs where mounting strip will be
installed. Refer to illustration below.
4. Remove wood mounting strip from back of hood.
5. Position the wood mounting strip on the wall and secure to the wall studs and blockings using
4 no. 10 x 2'' flat head screws (included in parts bag).
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CAUTION
Existing
Wood Mounting
Wall Studs
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D
Back of Hood
Strip
5
2" x 4"
Blocking
18"
16"
14¼" 15 ⁄ "
1
8