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RANGE HOOD INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories, or service, call: 1-800-253-1301.
In Canada, for assistance, installation, and service, call: 1-800-607-6777.
Residential range hoods can be installed to comply with Sections 308 and 309 of ADA Guidelines when used with appropriately
mounted controls installed at 15" (38.1 cm) to 40" (101.6 cm) above the floor, and control access should not require reaching over
a cooking appliance.
The following range hoods can work in an ADA-compliant situation when the range hood is wired to operate from a dedicated
standard electrical wall switch. To facilitate this application, share the information on the following pages with your electrician
when preparing for the installation.
NOTE: All the models can be controlled only by one remote switch. The switch activates or deactivates the motor and the light
of the hood.
Two-Speed Range Hoods
(with rocker switch)
UXT20
UXT30
UXT40
UXT41
WVU17U
Tools and Parts
Tools Needed
Wire stripper #2 Phillips
Parts Needed
UL Listed/CSA
Approved wire
connectors
screwdriver
UL Listed/CSA
1/2" (13 mm)
strain relief
Intermediate Range Hoods
(with rotary switch)
UXT42 UXT52
Three-Speed Range Hoods
(with push buttons)
WVU37U
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Electrical Requirements
Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
Ensure that the electrical installation is adequate and in
conformance with National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70
(latest edition), or CSA Standards C22.1-94, Canadian Electrical
Code, Part 1 and C22.2 No. 0-M91 (latest edition) and all local
codes and ordinances.
If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is
recommended that a qualified electrician determine that the
ground path is adequate.
A copy of the above code standards can be obtained from:
National Fire Protection Association
1 Batterymarch Park
Quincy, MA 02169-7471
CSA International
8501 East Pleasant Valley Road
Cleveland, OH 44131-5575
A 120-volt, 60 Hz., AC-only, 15-amp fused electrical circuit
is required.
Approved
Flat-blade
screwdriver
UL Listed #14
(minimum)
3 wire cable
UL Listed single pole
toggle light switch
W11108368C
UL Listed deep
single-gang
switch box
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect power before installing light switch.
Electrically ground range hood and light switch by
connecting ground wire to the ground screw in the
switch box.
Replace all parts and panels before operating.
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.
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C D
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2. Attach the power cable to the switch box.
Clamp wiring to switch box and unit using a UL Listed
or CSA Approved 1/2" (13 mm) strain relief. Provide
6" (15.2 cm) leads inside box and fan for easier wiring.
3. Connect wiring.
General instructions for all models:
Make sure both the single pole toggle light switch and
the range hood are properly grounded.
Make sure the ground wire is securely fastened to the
single pole toggle light switch ground screw. Tighten
ground screw.
Use proper wire nut sizes for number and size of wires.
Tighten screw terminals.
Make electrical connections, following appropriate
diagram.
RANGE HOOD
SINGLE
POLE
LIGHT
120 VAC
L
N
BLACK
WHITE
GND
SWITCH
LOAD
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A. White wires (N)
B. Black wires (L)
C. UL Listed wire connector
D. Green (or bare) ground wire
E. Home power supply cable
#14 UL Approved cable
F. Range hood cable
G. UL Listed or CSA Approved
1/2" (13 mm) strain relief
H. Green ground screw
I. UL Listed single pole toggle
light switch
1. Mount the switch box on the wall in an easily accessible area
15" (38 cm) to 40" (1 m) above the floor. Avoid reaching over
the cooking surface.
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For a single pole toggle light switch: Install a 3
/2" (8.9 cm)
deep single-gang switch box.
4. Mount single pole toggle light switch in switch box.
Tuck wires into switch box and fasten the control to box
using attached screws.
5. Attach switch plate.
Fasten the switch plate to the control using the short screws
from the parts bag.
6. Set the fan speed and light on the range hood to your
preference. The light switch will turn the range hood on and
off using your settings.
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