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Range Hood over Island (PA IRC)

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Just trying to reconfirm, not my normal area of knowledge, Per 1901 when you have a flat top electric induction top on a center island, no range hood is required?

Counter top is 36" above floor level and ceiling is at 102" above floor.

Thus 66" of Clearance, and 1901 says 30 inches. We are looking at building a custom pot holder for the ceiling hanging above.

I just want to confirm that no range is required.

Thank you - Tom
 
UL 858, Standard for the Safety of Household Electric Ranges
A range hood is required for an electric stove if the stove produces more than 5 micrograms of grease when tested at 500 CFM.

you may want to check with manufacturer
  • Thermador electric ranges
  • A suitable exhaust hood to be installed above the range. Downdraft ventilation should not be used.
  • Bosch electric cooktops
  • Ventilation Recommendations We strongly recommend the installation of a ventilation hood above this appliance. For most kitchens a certified hood rating of not less than 300 CFM is recommended.

In some states, CA for one, hoods are required in Green Codes, for air quality and Mechanical Codes for removal of odors, smoke and steam.
 
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Thanks, Steve & Mark
Just trying to reconfirm, not my normal area of knowledge, Per 1901 when you have a flat top electric induction top on a center island, no range hood is required?

Counter top is 36" above floor level and ceiling is at 102" above floor.

Thus 66" of Clearance, and 1901 says 30 inches. We are looking at building a custom pot holder for the ceiling hanging above.

I just want to confirm that no range is required.

Thank you - Tom


Tom,

Pa UCC currently and thankfully does not address range hoods, all per IRC and as per MMI as Mark and Steve pointed out.
 
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