Installation Guide

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Installation

Instructions

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.

• Note to Consumer – Keep these instructions for

future reference.

• Skill level – Installation of this vent hood requires

basic mechanical and electrical skills.

• Proper installation is the responsibility of the

installer.

• Product failure due to improper installation is not

covered under the Warranty.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

WARNING

Before beginning the installation,

switch power off at service panel and lock the

service disconnecting means to prevent power from

being switched on accidentally. When the service

disconnecting means cannot be locked, securely

fasten a prominent warning device, such as a tag,

to the service panel.

CAUTION

To reduce risk of fire and to

properly exhaust air, be sure to duct air outside.

Do not vent exhaust air into spaces within walls or

ceilings or into attics, crawl spaces or garages.

WARNING

Disconnect all electrical power

at the main circuit breaker or fuse box before

installing.

Under the Cabinet (UTC) Hoods

JVX3240, JVX3300, JVX5300, JVX5360, JVX5305,

JVX5365, PVX7300, PVX7360

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,

ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSONS,

OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:

A. Installation work and electrical wiring must be

done by qualified person(s) in accordance with

all applicable codes and standards, including

fire-rated construction.

B. Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion

and exhausting of gases through the flue

(chimney) of fuel burning equipment to prevent

back drafting. Follow the heating equipment

manufacturer’s guidelines and safety standards

such as those published by the National Fire

Protection Association (NFPA), the American

Society for Heating, Refrigeration and Air

Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) and the local

code authorities.

C. When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do

not damage electrical wiring and other hidden

utilities.

D. Ducted fans must always be vented to the

outdoors.

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,

USE ONLY METAL DUCT WORK.

“If you have questions, call GE Appliances at 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737)

or visit our website at: GEAppliances.com”

Summary of content (11 pages)

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Under the Cabinet (UTC) Hoods JVX3240, JVX3300, JVX5300, JVX5360, JVX5305, JVX5365, PVX7300, PVX7360 “If you have questions, call GE Appliances at 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or visit our website at: GEAppliances.com” 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.
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INSTALLATION PREPARATION Installation Preparation DUCTWORK REQUIREMENTS WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, USE ONLY METAL DUCTWORK. NOTE: Read the ductwork sections only if you do not have existing ductwork. If you have existing ductwork, skip to the “Damage” section and proceed. The venting system must exhaust to the outside. This hood can be vented vertically through upper cabinets or horizontally through an outside wall. Ductwork is not included.
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PRODUCT DIMENSIONS MOUNTING SPACE 12” 5 1»2” 20” X *Controls may vary Size 24” 30” 36” Bottom edge of cabinet needs to be 30” or more from the cooking surface X 23 15»16” 29 15»16” 35 15»16” Ǝ Ǝ RU Ǝ to match cooktop width 24" Min required 30" Max recommended to the bottom of the hood 34"-36" Typical INSTALLATION PREPARATION Installation Preparation ø 7” 3 1»4” 1»2” 4” »” 34 7 1»2” 5” Top View 7 1»2” 5” »” 3»4” 3 1»4” 34 NOTES: • Hood width may be greater than the width of the
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INSTALLATION PREPARATION Installation Preparation TOOLS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED (NOT SUPPLIED) PLAN THE INSTALLATION CAUTION To reduce risk of fire and to Safety glasses PARTS SUPPLIED FOR INSTALLATION Pencil and tape measure Spirit level properly exhaust air, be sure to duct the air outside – Do not vent exhaust air into spaces within walls or ceilings or into attics, crawl spaces, or garages.
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RANGE HOOD COMPONENTS A. B. C. D. E. F. INSTALLATION DIMENSIONS Hood Body 'DPSHU 'XFW &RQQHFWRU Mounting Bracket Screws (4) Screws (4) Screws (6) D 12" D X C B F F C E E X = Distance from hood to cooktop (varies depending on installation) Required Min. = 24" Recommended Max.
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INSTALLATION PREPARATION Installation Preparation ADVANCE PLANNING POWER SUPPLY Vented Install Planning IMPORTANT – (Please read carefully) • This hood is designed to be vented vertically using a 7" round duct or a 3 1»4" x 10" rectangular duct or horizontally using a 3 1»4" x 10" rectangular duct. • Use metal ductwork only. • Determine the exact location of the vent hood. • Plan the route for venting exhaust to the outdoors. To maximize the ventilation performance of the vent system: 1.
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1 SELECT VENT OPTION THAT YOUR INSTALLATION WILL REQUIRE (A-D) A Outside top exhaust (Vertical duct—3 1»4” x 10” Rectangular) 2 PREPARING MOUNTING For cabinets with dimensions below, the mounting bracket may be used for any model. Otherwise, the hood must mount directly to bottom of cabinet. Wood shims may be needed for cabinets with a recessed bottom. Skip to step B.
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INSTALLATION PREPARATION Installation Preparation 2 PREPARING MOUNTING (Cont) B To install to the bottom of cabinet Use the diagram or hood as a template and mark the locations on the cabinet for the keyholes screws. 3 PREPARE FOR ELECTRICAL AND VENTING Select the vent option that your installation will require and proceed to that section: A Drive the 4 (F) screws partway into the bottom of the cabinet (or wood shims).
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4 REMOVE ELECTRICAL KNOCKOUTS 6 REMOVE DUCT KNOCKOUT(S) FOR VENTED INSTALLATION Use a flat blade screwdriver, remove the appropriate electrical knockout from the back or the top of the hood. Determine which ducting option to use. Using a flat blade screwdriver, remove the appropriate duct knockout(s) from the top or back of the hood. 3 1»4” x 10” Rectangular vertical discharge. Remove top rectangular duct knockout only. 7 ” Round vertical discharge.
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INSTALLATION PREPARATION Installation Instructions 8 FOR VENTED INSTALLATIONS On Some Models: Install with vented mode deflector part. 10 MOUNT THE UTC Place the hood onto the partially installed screws using the keyholes and slide the hood back into position. 2 1 On Some Models: Install vented mode deflector part. 11 SECURE HOOD Tighten the mounting screws. Be sure the screw heads are in the narrow neck of the keyhole slot.
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12 CONNECT DUCTWORK TO HOOD (Ducted installations only) Connect ducting to hood. Use duct tape to make joints secure and airtight. 14 FINISH THE INSTALLATION On Some Models: 1. For recirculation: Install the charcoal filter. 2. For ducted installation: Install the grease filters. 13 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION 1. 2. Connect the Power Supply Cable to the range hood. Attach the white lead of the power supply to the white lead of the range hood (A) with a wire nut (C).