Planning The Installation - DCS -IVH-48 Care And Use Installation Instructions

Planning the Installation

BACKDRAFT DAMPER
We recommend that a backdraft damper be used in all Vent Hood installations. Cold weather instal-
lations necessitate the use of a backdraft damper to minimize the flow of cold air into the room. A
non-metallic thermal break should also be installed to minimize conduction of outside temperatures
through the ductwork. Locate the thermal break as close as possible to where the ducting enters the
heated portion of the house.
PLANNING THE INSTALLATION
Before beginning installation of the Island Vent Hood and Ventilator, PLAN OUT the entire installation
procedure beforehand, considering the following areas:
• HOOD SIZE & LOCATION- (The hood should be as wide or wider than the cooking
appliance with the hood being centered on the appliance.Vertically, the bottom of the hood
should be between 30"-36" above the appliance cooking surface.)
• DUCTING- (ducting transitions, air must flow to outside, use of Backdraft damper...etc.)
• ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS- (120 Volts, 60 Hz, 15 AMP Service, Local Codes...etc.)
• ADEQUATE MOUNTING SURFACES- (To support the weight of the vent hoods, location of
ceiling studs, additional support for safe ceiling mounting...etc.)
HANDLING NOTE: This Hood has been inspected prior to shipping to be free of defects. due to the
weight of the Island Vent Hood and Ventilator; and to prevent scratching or
denting the unit, we recommend the use of two installers to move, place, and
secure the Vent Hood to avoid personal injury or damage to the Hood.
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