INSTALLING A RANGE HOOD

In our case, we used a cabinet jack to support the oven’s weight. The oven was top-mounted to the cabinet by two carriage bolts, which we removed, but its bottom rear edge was supported by a wall-mounted cleat. Be sure to inspect your appliance carefully because they can be fastened in many different ways.

Plan Ahead

Before ordering your range hood, check that you’ll be able to install your model at the correct height. To ensure the best performance for the Hauslane PS38 model shown, the bottom of the range hood must be between 24 and 30 inches from the top of the cooking surface. For gas ranges, the required distance is 30 inches. Make sure your main electrical voltage is in line with the required voltage outlined on the rating of the hood.

The range hood must be ducted to the outside using 6-inch ductwork, and you’ll need to use an existing duct or have one professionally installed. Avoid connecting the range hood to exhaust ducts that carry any type of combustion fumes like fireplaces, boilers, or any similar items. Use a minimum number of transitions and elbows when running the ductwork.

Note that installation of the range hood will be greatly assisted by using a cabinet jack (or jacks), which you’ll need on site for installation day.

Prepare The Cabinet

Measure the size of the range hood’s outlet connector relative to the underside of the cabinet. If it is not already done, you’ll need to cut an opening in the cabinet large enough for the outlet adapter pass through. The same goes for the power cable, which is located at the rear corner of this range hood. If you need to cut the cabinet, use a ruler and pencil to measure and mark the area, then cut with a jigsaw. (We cut the power cable passage with a drill and a spade bit.)

Study the range hood’s installation manual to determine its method of mounting. For the PS38 range hood, four screws will be driven through the top of the range hood near each corner, fastening it to the underside of the cabinet through designated screw holes.

Important note: If you’re installing the range hood under a cabinet with a recessed bottom, you should add 4-in. filler blocks made of plywood or solid wood on each side to stabilize the cabinet for secure mounting. Fiber-board cabinet bottoms don’t have much holding power for the screws, but adding the filler blocks will provide stronger wood grain for a better grip to the screws.