Economizer and Outside-Air Hood Field Check
Verify hood orientation, weather protection, birdscreen, damper path, service access, and connection to the correct outside-air opening before fastening.
Stop if This outside-air hood is for [unit/model]. Can we verify orientation, damper access, and weather/flashing detail before I fasten and seal it?
Watch out Do not install by appearance alone or block a drain path, damper blade, filter pull, or service panel.
Check Match hood and curb/unit model Confirm top/bottom and airflow direction Check damper and filter access Verify flashing and drainage path Keep screens and blades free of screws and sealant
Steps Match hood and curb/unit model Confirm top/bottom and airflow direction Check damper and filter access Verify flashing and drainage path Keep screens and blades free of screws and sealant
Say this to your foreman This outside-air hood is for [unit/model]. Can we verify orientation, damper access, and weather/flashing detail before I fasten and seal it?
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