FRIGIDAIRE FH30DD50MS - Manual (Page 6)

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PLANNING
Basic Information
A qualified technician must complete the installation of this
appliance. This downdraft blower system is designed to be
used to exhaust airborne contaminants when cooking with
a variety of gas, electric or induction cooktops.
It can be mounted in island, peninsula, or conventional
wall locations.
This unit is installed following these basic steps:
• Cut out the countertop opening.
• Mount the unit in the cabinet.
• Connect the ductwork and electrical.
• Install the cooktop.
Take Measurements
Refer to the cooktop installation instructions for dimensions
of the cooktop, countertop cut-out and cabinet requirements.
It is recommended that oversized cabinets be used for easier
installation.
Cooktop depth can vary greatly from one unit to another.
This may cause the fit of the cooktop and the telescopic
downdraft appliances to be tight in the countertop depending
upon the overall depth of the countertop.
Countertop
Cooktop
Chassis
Housing
Front to back
Inside cabinet depth
2 5 /
16
”
(5.8 cm)
2 1 /
16
”
(5.2 cm)
1 /
8
”
(0.3 cm)
Countertop
A
B
Cooktop
Chassis
Housing
Front to back
Inside cabinet depth
2 5 /
16
”
(5.8 cm)
2 1 /
16
”
(5.2 cm)
1 /
8
”
(0.3 cm)
1 /
4
” Min.
(0.6 cm)
1 /
4
” Min.
(0.6 cm)
clearance
behind
downdraft
CAUTION
The high level of air flow of this appliance may affect the
gas flame on some gas cooktop models. Extreme caution
must be used to assure proper flame is generated and
maintained through the operating range of the vent.
Refer to cooktop Installation Instructions and Use and
Care guide for proper gas burner setup. Gas Cooktop
installation and service must be performed by a qualified
installer, service agency or gas supplier.
 NOTE
Preformed countertops with a raised lip and/or backsplash
as illustrated in (A) or (B) may not allow enough flat
countertop for proper installation. Note that a minimum
of 2 5 /
16
” of flat countertop is required behind cooktop
and that 2 1 /
16
” is necessary between the back edge of
the cooktop and the inside of cabinet back.
Typical Installation
5-7/8” Minimum
(14.9 cm)
10-13/16”
(27.5 cm)
4-1/2”
(11.4 cm)
Chassis Housing
Downdraft
Top Trim
Cooktop
Countertop
Blower & Motor
Maximum gap to
cabinet back allowed
before installation of a
wood support is
required for mounting
stabilizing brackets