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- Page 1 Installation Instructions If you have questions, call 800.GE.CARES or visit our website at: monogram.com Island Vent Hoods Models: ZV42I ZV54I...
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Page 2: Before You Begin
Installation Instructions BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions completely and carefully. • IMPORTANT – Save these instructions for local inspector’s use. • IMPORTANT Observe all governing codes and – ordinances. • Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these instructions with the Consumer. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Design Information Product Dimensions ...3 Duct Cover Accessories ...4 Product Clearances ...4 Advance Planning Ductwork Planning ...5 Ceiling Framing for Support ...5 Accessory Frames and Duct Covers ...5 Power Supply ...5 Installation Height ...6 Duct Fittings ... 7 Installation Preparation Tools and Materials Required ...8 Remove the Packaging ...8 Parts, Hardware, Accessory Packages ...9... -
Page 4: Duct Cover Accessories
DUCT COVER ACCESSORIES ZV42I * 9" for ceiling heights 7’11" to 8’5" using the supplied support frame and duct cover. Order ZX42DC10 for ceiling heights of 8"6" to 10’4". ZV54I * 5" for ceiling heights 7’11" to 8’5" using the supplied support frame and duct cover. -
Page 5: Advance Planning Ductwork Planning
ADVANCE PLANNING Ductwork Planning • These vent hoods are equipped for 10” round ductwork. • Determine the exact location of the vent hood. • Plan the route for venting exhaust to the outdoors. • Use the shortest and straightest duct route possible. For satisfactory performance, duct run should not exceed 150 ft. -
Page 6: Determine Installation Height
INSTALLATION HEIGHT REQUIREMENTS • These vent hoods must be installed 30" min. and 36" max. above the cooking surface – regardless of the ceiling height. Therefore, installation height of the hood depends on the exact ceiling height of the kitchen. •... -
Page 7: Duct Fittings
8-1/8" x 8". * Actual length of straight duct plus duct fitting equivalent. Equivalent length of duct pieces are based on actual tests conducted by GE Evaluation Engineering and reflect requirements for good venting performance with any ventilation hood. Advance Planning Duct Piece 10"... -
Page 8: Installation Preparation
TOOLS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED (NOT SUPPLIED) Duct tape Wire cutter/stripper Pencil and tape measure Spirit level Step ladder Carpenter’s square REMOVE THE PACKAGING • Remove the parts packages and packing materials. • Lift the hood out of the box. IMPORTANT: Lift the hood by grasping the outside edges of the exhaust opening on the top. -
Page 9: Parts Provided
PARTS PROVIDED Locate the parts packed with the hood. Allen Wrench Implement rods with standoffs 2 Grease trays (3 with 54" hood) HARDWARE PACKAGE Locate and check contents. Screws shown actual size. 2 Templates Screws C 8 blunt point Phillips screws Screw F Blower safety screw and lock washer,... -
Page 10: Installation Instructions
STEP 1 CONSTRUCT CEILING SUPPORT Plan the Location of the Hood and Ductwork • Use a plumb bob to check the location. The countertop/cooktop below the hood must be centered with the hood. Ceiling Front 15-7/8" 31-3/4" Align With Center of Cooktop 42"... - Page 11 STEP 1 CONSTRUCT CEILING SUPPORT CONTINUED EXAMPLE B 16” Joist Spacing 8 5/8” Top View – Ceiling Joists Run Perpendicular to Front of Hood EXAMPLE C 12-3/4” (42” Hood) 17” (54” Hood) Install Cross-Framing Symmetrically About Duct/Cooktop Centerline 8 5/8” 16”...
- Page 12 Installation Instructions STEP 1 CONSTRUCT CEILING SUPPORT CONTINUED • Secure each 2 x 4 block with at least four (4), #10 wood screws, 3” long (not supplied). Use 8 wood screws total for the two supports. • The cross framing must be accurately aligned to assure correct positioning of the hood.
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Page 13: Step 2 Mount Template
Installation Instructions STEP 2 MOUNT TEMPLATE • Select the template for your hood size. • Align the template with the marks on the ceiling and tape in place. – Be sure the template is oriented correctly, with the front of the hood. •... -
Page 14: Step 4, Install Support Frame And Duct Covers
STEP 4 INSTALL ACCESSORY (OR SUPPLIED) SUPPORT AND DUCT COVERS Install Safety Screw on Each Side Screws E Install supplied support frame OR telescoping accessory frame • Hang the supplied support frame or telescoping accessory frame to the ceiling joists and cross framing on the 4 hex head screws by engaging the keyhole slots on the frame. -
Page 15: Step 5, Install Duct Transition And Damper
STEP 5 INSTALL DUCT TRANSITION WITH DAMPER Bumper Pads Attachment Screws Screws C IMPORTANT: Remove shipping tape from damper and check that damper moves freely. • Place the transition piece over the hood exhaust and secure with 4 Screws C provided. •... -
Page 16: Step 8 Connect Electrical
STEP 8 CONNECT ELECTRICAL Verify that power is turned off at the source. WARNING: If house wiring is not 2-wire with a ground wire, a ground must be provided by the installer. When house wiring is aluminum, be sure to use UL approved anti-oxidant compound and aluminum-to-copper connectors. -
Page 17: Step 10, Slide Duct Cover Down
STEP 10 SLIDE DUCT COVER DOWN SKIP THIS STEP IF USING THE SUPPLIED DUCT COVER • Hold the duct cover in place and remove the temporary stop screw. Return the screw to the storage location for future use. • Slide the lower duct cover down onto the hood. Remove Stop Slide... -
Page 18: Step 13, Install Supplied Duct Cover, Top Cover
Installation Instructions STEP 13 INSTALL SUPPLIED DUCT COVER AND TOP COVER Screws D • Install the supplied 2-piece duct cover over the support frame (if using supplied frame). Snap ends together. • Secure duct covers to support frame with 2 Screws D. -
Page 19: Step 15 Installation Checklist
Installation Instructions STEP 15 INSTALLATION CHECKLIST Check Blower Safety Screw Ensure that blower safety screw is securely tightened. See page 16, Step 9. If screw is missing, order replacement parts bag. Check Operating Sound and Proper Air-Flow Turn blower to each speed setting and listen for rattles and vibration. - Page 20 1.800.444.1845. Note: Product improvement is a continuing endeavor at General Electric. Therefore, materials, appearance and specifications are subject to change without notice. GE Consumer & Industrial Appliances General Electric Company Louisville, KY 40225 ge.com...
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