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. Note to Consumer •...
Installation Preparation ADVANCE PLANNING • 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 100 ft. equivalent length for any duct configurations.
6” Round roof vent *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. Total Equivalent...
12” deep. • The hood installation height is determined by the ceiling height. • The hood installation height must be 24” Min. above the cooking surface. Wall Mount ZV800 Installation Heights *Possible VENTED RECIRCULATING Installation Height Installation Height 7’11”...
Installation Preparation CHECK INSTALLATION HARDWARE Locate the hardware accessory box packed with the hood and check contents. 4 wood screws Mounting bracket Discharge damper 2 stainless steel filters “L” Brackets with hardware package for cabinet-mounted installations. Contains 10 Phillips head screws to secure the brackets to the cabinet (8 required, 2 extra) 4 wall...
Installation Instructions WALL-MOUNTED INSTALLATION—VENTED TO THE OUTSIDE DUCTWORK, WIRING LOCATIONS Determine the exact location of the vent hood. • Locate the template packed with the literature. – Measure 36” from the floor to the top of the cooking surface. Add hood installation height determined on page 7.
Installation Instructions WALL-MOUNTED INSTALLATION—VENTED TO THE OUTSIDE INSTALL MOUNTING BRACKET This vent hood must be secured to the horizontal support or wall studs. • With the template taped in place, use a punch to mark all mounting screw locations. • Drill 1/8” pilot holes at the 6 punched locations. •...
WALL-MOUNTED INSTALLATION—VENTED TO THE OUTSIDE PREPARE THE HOOD • Remove the hood from the box. Remove packaging and tape. Electrical panel • Remove one screw on each side of the cover on the electrical panel. Lift off the cover and set aside with screws.
WALL-MOUNTED INSTALLATION—VENTED TO THE OUTSIDE CONNECT DUCTWORK • Install ductwork, making connections in direction of airflow as illustrated. • Push duct over the exhaust outlet and damper. • Secure joints in ductwork with sheetmetal screws. • Wrap all duct joints with duct tape for an airtight seal. •...
Installation Instructions WALL-MOUNTED INSTALLATION—VENTED TO THE OUTSIDE INSTALL DUCT COVERS • Place the decorative duct covers on top of the hood. Mounting screws NOTE: The inside (upper) duct piece has holes on one end. The holes are intended for use when the hood is installed for recirculating purposes.
WALL-MOUNTED INSTALLATION—RECIRCULATING DUCTWORK, WIRING LOCATIONS • Determine the exact location of the vent hood. • Locate the template packed with the literature. • Measure 36” from the floor to the top of the cooking surface. Add hood installation height determined on page 7.
Installation Instructions WALL-MOUNTED INSTALLATION—RECIRCULATING INSTALL MOUNTING BRACKET This vent hood must be secured to the horizontal support or wall studs. • With the template taped in place, use a punch to mark all mounting screw locations. • Drill 1/8” pilot holes at the 6 punched locations. •...
Installation Instructions WALL-MOUNTED INSTALLATION—RECIRCULATING MOUNT THE HOOD Install a wood screw on each side of the mounting frame • Lift the hood onto the mounting bracket. • Check to be sure it is level. • Install wood screws through the hood and into the wall on each side of the mounting bracket.
WALL-MOUNTED INSTALLATION—RECIRCULATING 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 U.L. approved anti-oxidant compound and aluminum-to-copper connectors.
Installation Instructions WALL-MOUNTED INSTALLATION—RECIRCULATING INSTALL FILTERS Charcoal filter • Remove protective film on the filters. • Install the black charcoal filter into the center opening. Metal grease filters • Tip filters into the slots at the rear of the opening. Lift the filter lock and pull forward until the filter rests in the slots.
Installation Instructions UNDER-CABINET INSTALLATION CABINET REQUIREMENTS This hood may be installed beneath a wall-mounted cabinet. • If the cabinet has been installed, it must be removed so that wall framing supports can be added. 24” Min. The cabinet must be at least 20” high between the bottom frame and the inside top.
Installation Instructions UNDER-CABINET INSTALLATION INSTALL FRAMING FOR HOOD SUPPORT IMPORTANT: Framing must be capable of supporting 100 lbs. Centerline of Centerline of Installation installation Space space If drywall is present, mark the screw hole locations for the top mounting brackets. Remove the template. •...
UNDER-CABINET INSTALLATION CUT THE OPENING If the cabinet has been installed, remove it from the wall. • Use the Top Cabinet Template to locate and cut a hole in the bottom of the cabinet. • If necessary, place the template on top of the cabinet to accurately cut a matching hole.
UNDER-CABINET INSTALLATION MOUNT THE HOOD Install a wood screw on each side of the mounting frame • Carefully, lift the hood into the cabinet. Guide the hood upwards to meet the ductwork. IMPORTANT: One person must hold the hood in place while the other drives the screws into the mounting frame.
Installation Instructions UNDER-CABINET INSTALLATION CONNECT ELECTRICAL 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 U.L. approved anti-oxidant compound and aluminum-to-copper connectors. ADVERTISSEMENT : Si la maison n’est pas câblee avec deux fils et un fil de terre, l’installateur doit installer un fil de terre.
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NOTE: While performing installations described in this book, safety glasses or goggles should be worn. For Monogram 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. Pub. No. 49-80267 10-04 JR Printed in Italy ®...