GE Monogram ZV48T Installation Instructions Manual

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6Advance PlanningADVANCE PLANNINGDuctwork Planning• These vent hoods are equipped for 10" roundductwork. For best performance, use 10" roundductwork on the 48" wide hoods. 30" and 36" hoodsmay be transitioned to 8" round.• This hood may be vented vertically through uppercabinets, soffit or ceiling. A duct transition piece issupplied for vertical exhaust. Use locally suppliedelbows to vent horizontally through the rear wall.• 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 shouldnot exceed 150 ft. equivalent length for any ductconfigurations.• Refer to “Duct Fittings” chart to compute themaximum permissible length for duct runs to theoutdoors.• Use metal ductwork only.• Install a wall cap or roof cap with damper at theexterior opening. Order the wall or roof cap and anytransition needed in advance.Wall Framing for Adequate Support• These vent hoods are heavy. Adequate structuralsupport must be provided. Hoods must be secured tovertical studs in the wall.• It is strongly recommend that the vent hood withduct cover be on site before final framing and wallfinishing. This will also help to accurately locate theductwork and electrical service.Decorative Duct Covers:Decorative duct covers, 6" and 12" high, are available tofit all models. The duct cover conceals the ductworkrunning from the top of the hood to the ceiling orsoffit. Stack one or more duct covers over the top ofthe hood to reach your ceiling height.POWER SUPPLYIMPORTANT - (Please read carefully)WARNING:FOR PERSONAL SAFETY, THIS APPLIANCE MUSTBE PROPERLY GROUNDED.AVERTISSEMENT – POUR DESRAISONS DE SÉCURITÉ, CET APPAREIL DOITÊTRE CORRECTEMENT MIS À LA TERRE.Remove house fuse or open circuit breaker beforebeginning installation.Do not use an extension cord or adapter plug withthis appliance. Follow National electrical codes orprevailing local codes and ordinances.Electrical supplyThese vent hoods must be supplied with 120V, 60Hz,and connected to an individual, properly groundedbranch circuit, and protected by a 15 or 20 amp circuitbreaker or time delay fuse.• Wiring must be 2 wire with ground.• If the electrical supply does not meet the aboverequirements, call a licensed electrician beforeproceeding.• Route house wiring as close to the installationlocation as possible on the back wall or ceiling.• Connect the wiring to the house wiring inaccordance with local codes.Grounding instructionsThe grounding conductor must be connected toa ground metal, permanent wiring system, or anequipment-grounding terminal or lead on the hood.WARNING: The improper connection ofthe equipment-grounding conductor can result in arisk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electricianor service representative if you are in doubt whetherthe appliance is properly grounded.AVERTISSEMENTLe mauvais branchement du fil de mise à la terre peutcauser un choc électrique. En cas de doute, consulterun électricien qualifié ou un technicien pourdéterminer si l’appareil est à la terre.