Windster RA-77 - Manual (Page 7)

6 PREPARATION
PREPARATION
1.
BEFORE YOU START
**BE SURE YOUR UNIT WILL FIT YOUR CEILING HEIGHT**
a. Be sure you have all the content of your purchase and required tools for
this installation.
b. Installation may take at least 1 to 2 hours from start to finish.
c. Plan to use as few elbows or turns as possible for more efficient air flow.
d. Collar size may need to be increased if utilizing a long duct run.
e.
At least 12” of vertical duct is required before any turn.
f. Do not try to install this unit by yourself, SERIOUS INJURY MAY OCCUR.
g. At least two people are needed for installation.
h. Hiring a certified installer and electrician is recommended.
2.
LOCATION
a. Determine the exact location where you want to install the range hood.
b. Distance between cooktop and range hood should be between 27”-33”.
c. Range hood should be mounted at stated measurements to ensure
performance and lifespan of electrical components.
d. Correctly measure the dimension needed to install the unit.
3.
HOOD
a. Inspect for signs of defect or damage. (ie. scratches, dents, loose seams,
etc.)
b. Before mounting, power up the unit to make sure it is working properly.
c. Remove the protective file on the aluminum filters.
Use Fig. 1a on page 5 for unit measurements
Use Fig. 1b on page 5 for general measurements