GE PGP989DN2BB Owner's Manual & Installation Instructions page 22

Installation Instructions
DUCTWORK INSTALLATION
(Note: For planning purposes only.)
[] INSTALLING THE DUCTWORK
Use galvanized or aluminum duct in 6" round or 3VJ'
x 10" size, or a combination of both.
PVC duct should be used if installing under a poured
concrete slab.
NOTE: Local building code must be followed in
specifying approved type and schedule of ALL
duct used.
Always use an appropriate roof or wall cap with
damper. Laundry-type wall caps should NEVER
be used.
Through Cabinet Toe Space
Between FloorJoist
Downward Venting
Install ductwork, making male-female connections
in the direction of airflow as shown. Secure all joints
with sheet metal screws and duct tape to assure an
airtight seal.
Air Flow
-_ uct Tape Over Seam
and Screw
Screw
Use the shortest and straightest duct run possible.
For satisfactory performance the duct run should
not exceed 100 feet equivalent length. Refer to
DUCTWORK CALCULATIONS for equivalent lengths.
Use this chart to calculate the total equivalent
length of the ductwork.
OPTIONAL INSTALLATION:
REAR WALL VENTING
5" round duct may be used on SHORT DUCT runs of
3 feet or less, such as direct to outside wall venting.
Inside Wall to Roof
Direct to Outside
Rear Wall Venting
To convert blower exhaust direction, remove four
nuts behind the filter which hold blower and wire
finger guard.
Rotate blower and reinstall to vent chamber, as
shown above. Retighten nuts, but do not overtighten.
A WARNING:
This appliance should not
be installed with a ventilation system that blows air
downward toward the range. This type of ventilation
system may cause ignition and combustion problems
with the gas cooking appliance resulting in personal
injury or unintended operation.
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