Quick Start Guide

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5INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Recirculation kit—carbon filter (not included)
An optional recirculation kit can be ordered separately and mounted into your range hood,
see ‘Parts and accessories’ section of your User guide and visit fisherpaykel.com to order.
IMPORTANT!
Venting directly into the cabinet with no vent is not permitted.
WARNING!
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This appliance is heavy and requires two persons for unpacking and installation.
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Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by qualified person(s) in accordance
with all applicable codes and standards.
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Failure to install the screws or fixing device in accordance with these instructions may
result in electrical hazards
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When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage electrical wiring and other
hidden utilities.
IMPORTANT!
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Wear gloves to protect against sharp edges.
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The manufacturer is not liable for any damage caused by not following these instructions.
Before you start installation
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Ensure you have read the ‘Installation preparation’ section of this guide.
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Unpack the range hood.
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Ensure the voltage (V) and the frequency (Hz) indicated on the serial plate match the
voltage and frequency of the installation site.
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Check all functions of the range hood are working.
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Check that the area above and behind the installation surface is clear of any electrical cables
or pipes and there is proper clearance for the ducting etc.
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The range hood surfaces can be damaged during installation if grazed or knocked by tools.
Please take care to protect the surfaces during installation.
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Remove protective wrappings that will not be accessible after installation.
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Protect the cooktop to prevent damage occurring whilst the range hood is being installed above.
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The wall or cabinet used for mounting the range hood should have sufficient strength and
aflat surface.
WARNING!
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Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by qualified person(s) in accordance
with all applicable codes and standards.
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This unit must be earthed/grounded. Improper earthing/grounding can result in a risk of
electric shock.
1
Ensure the cabinetry has the required cutout for insertion of the range hood. Refer to the
‘Cabinetry cutout dimensions’ section of this installation book.
2
If you are using a duct adaptor this must be installed to the range hood prior to the range
hood being mounted. Please refer to ‘Duct adaptor assembly’ for details on how to install
your ductadaptor.
3
Ensure the mounting brackets are set to the correct position for installation by checking
thetop of the foot lines up with the notches (refer to C). Note: Adjusting the mounting
bracket up or down from this position prior to installation could cause the range hood to be
difficult to install and/or damage the cabinetry.
4
Lift the range hood into the opening until the spring loaded mounting brackets click into
place and support the weight of the range hood (refer D). For larger size range hoods this
will require two people. Note: Depending on the cabinetry base panel thickness the range
hood will be protruding below the cabinetry until tightened.
5
Secure the range hood into the cabinetry by tightening each of the mounting brackets in
acounterclockwise direction (refer to E). Tighten each bracket in succession around the
range hood to close the gap incrementally for each bracket.
6
Remove the junction box cover by removing the two screws (refer to F).
7
Remove the electrical knockout and install a cULus listed 1/2” (12.7mm) wiring conduit and
strain relief in the junction box.
8
Run three wires through the conduit from the power supply to the junction box.
9
Connect the power supply wires to the range hood wires using suitable cULus listed wire nuts:
– black to black
– white to white
– green/yellow to green/yellow
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Close the junction box cover and secure with screws.
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Complete the installation
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Install the filters as described in the ‘Cleaning and maintenance’ section of your User guide.
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Remove all protective wrapping from range hood.
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Turn the power on at control panel.
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Check the operation of the range hood as described in the ‘Operating instructions’
section of your User guide.
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Refer to G for an image of a completed installation.