Dacor DHI361 Installation Instructions - Page 8

Installation Instructions warning • Observe all governing codes and ordinances during installation. Contact your local building department for further information. • A qualified technician must complete the installation of this built-in appliance. The owner is responsible to make sure the hood is properly installed. • Do not install the range hood unless the power supply provided meets the required Electrical Specifications (see page 3). • To avoid an electric shock hazard and property damage, locate electric wires and water pipes and avoid drilling or cutting in the vicinity. • The range hood is heavy. To prevent personal injury and property damage install the hood only as specified in the following instructions. Make sure all screws used to mount and assemble the hood are tight. Failure to properly anchor the hood to the ceiling may result in personal injury due to the unit falling. Hanging the range hood requires two people. Do not attempt to lift the hood without assistance. • DO NOT use the mounting anchors provided with the unit. They are part of a standard mounting hardware package provided with many Dacor hoods, but not suitable for use with this model. Install Mounting Bracket Assemble the Hood 1. Place the hood assembly on a soft surface with the bottom side down during assembly to avoid damage. 2. Tip the hood up on it's side and remove the filter(s) to reduce weight and avoid damage. 3. Inside the exhaust outlet(s) there are metal or plastic damper flaps. The flaps close to help prevent backdrafts when the blower is turned off. Make sure all the flaps open and close freely before proceeding. Remove any shipping tape that may be present. 4. Remove the tape that holds the wiring in place on top of the hood during shipment. 5. On models with two blowers, put the exhaust cowling over the blower outlets on the top of the hood. Fasten the cowling in place with 14 machine screws. 1. Locate the mounting bracket and position it against the ceiling at the previously determined mounting location (see page 4). 2. Using a pencil, mark the four mounting hole locations on the ceiling. 3. Drill four 1/16" (1.6 mm) pilot holes at the mounting hole locations. 4. Attach the bracket using four #12 screws (not supplied). Make sure the screws penetrate into the wood mounting surfaces 1 1/2" (3.8 cm). 5. Cut a hole for the duct to pass through in the center of the bracket. 6