OFF BOARD RANGEHOOD SOLUTIONS by GLEM INSTALLATION AND OPERATION GUIDE Rangehood models GQA90SC - GQA120TB - GQA90TB - GQA85UC Quiet Air rangehoods take the noise out of the kitchen. The fan motor and housing are located separate from the hood. If there isn’t a space available in which to locate the fan motor (such as in an apartment) then this rangehood should be considered unsuitable for installation. Call Glem Service on 1 300 307 917 if in doubt.
OFF BOARD RANGEHOOD SOLUTIONS by GLEM 276 827 300 263 850 282 278 MODEL GQA85UC 278 500-980 276 500 min 70 980 max 500 900/1200 MODELS GQA90TB and GQA120TB 80 30 500 900 MODEL GQA90SC INCLUDED CHIMNEY TOP MOUNTING BRACKET (CANOPY HOODS) FLEXIBLE DUCTING X 2 CONNECTOR SLEEVE X 3 REMOTE FAN MOTOR UNIT BLACK ATTACHMENT MODULE X 3 INSTRUCTION BOOK 2 X CHIMNEY (FLUE) LENGTHS ON CANOPY MODELS ONLY FASTENERS AND FITTINGS MOTOR MOUNTING BRACKET X 2 FOR VERTICAL MOUNTING 3 MESH FILTERS - GQ
OFF BOARD RANGEHOOD SOLUTIONS by GLEM CONGRATULATIONS Thank you for purchasing the new Quiet Air rangehood. This manual has been written to assist you and instruct you in the operation of your new Quiet Air rangehood. It will help you get the best performance an make full use of the rangehood’s features. The safety precautions and warnings are listed for your safety and the safety of others when operating this rangehood. Please keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.
FIRST TIME USE IMPORTANT ! Remove all packing material and literature from the rangehood before connecting the electrical supply. A protective plastic film maybe coated on the stainless steel inside and on the outside of the rangehood. It must be removed before use. We suggest removing the film prior to installing the rangehood. IMPORTANT ! • DO NOT spray aerosols in the vicinity of your cooking area while it is in operation.
SAFETY WARNINGS Please read all points below before attempting to operate the rangehood. 1. BEFORE INSTALLATION • The manufacturer will not be held liable for any damages resulting from incorrect or improper installation. • Only a qualified and trained service technician can undertake the work of installation and servicing. • The electrical technical specification is on the data plate inside the rangehood.
OPERATION Quiet Air rangehoods have almost silent operation when installed correctly. The only sound is the movement of air through the filters. We recommend using the supplied ducting or rigid ducting for the most efficient result. We will not provide warranty or service for rangehood noise if alternate flexible ducting has been used. Please call Glem on 1300 307 917 if you require further information. CONTROLS The rangehood is operated using push button or touch controls.
INSTALLATION This rangehood is designed for internal domestic household installation only. It is not intended for use in a commercial environment. If installed in a commercial environment the warranty will be considered to be void. The installation must be carried out by a licenced and experienced installer. If in doubt call Glem Gas on 1300 307 917 for advice. RANGEHOOD MOUNTING POSITIONS Installl the rangehood centrally over the cooktop.
WALL MOUNTED CANOPY RANGEHOOD INSTALLATION 1. Establish the postion of the rangehood and cut a 160mm hole in the ceiling above the rangehood position through which to feed the 150mm ducting. 2. Fix the black discharge collar into the air outlet and remove all plastic film off all parts. Secure the adapter sleeve and then the ducting. 3. Mark the correct height above the cooktop.
CHIMNEY INSTALLATION 1. Attach an adequate length of 150 mm round duct to the air outlet adapter and seal with duct tape. Feed it through the previously cut hole in the ceiling. FIGURE 1. 2. Carefully slide the stainless steel chimney down into the chimney bottom and then place the chimney bottom into the recessed area on top of the hood. 3. Secure the chimney mounting bracket to the wall using (2) 4.2 x 30mm mounting screws and anchors. FIGURE 2. 4.
UNDER CUPBOARD RANGEHOOD INSTALLATION 1. Before beginning installation, to better handle the hood, we advise removing all plastic film, filters and the oil catcher. The oil catcher is held by 2 thumb screws. When removed there are 3 square cut outs that provide access to the screw mounting holes. To motor unit connection 2. Attach the black air outlet adapter over the hood. Tighten it with 4 screws. Snap in the flaps. 3.
REMOTE MOTOR UNIT INSTALLATION It is recommended that the roof space motor unit be mounted in an environment that is free of other gases and air pressure that could create blow back. The motor unit has been designed with the option of vertical or horizontal installation. Either mounted on a wall, roof purlon or ceiling joist. Some other simple support framework may need to be added to provide the best installation. Take motor unit out of the packaging.
AIR OUT AIR IN FIGURE 1 NOTE: DO NOT fit flaps on the inlet side! R AI FIGURE 2 AI R IN UT O Motor installed horizontally FIGURE 3 To rangehood FIGURE 4 12
CARE AND MAINTENANCE NOTE - Stainless steel baffle filters are used on some models & are heavier. Support the filter to prevent it suddenly falling when removing for cleaning. GREASE FILTERS - aluminium mesh and stainless steel The grease filters are washable and should be cleaned frequently - every 2 months or more frequently for heavy use. Use a warm detergent solution. To release the filter push in on the release tab, tilt the filter down and remove. FIG 1.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS MODEL NUMBER IMAGE Dimensions Voltage Motor Power Air Flow Lights Total Power Switch type Fan Speeds Air outlet diameter Filter Type Supplied Ducting Chimney GQA85UC 3 850 x 282 x 300 220V-240V 265W 1200 cub mt/H 3 x LED lamps 268W Electronic button 150 mm DIA 900 x 500 x 610-1090 GQA90SC GQA90TB GQA120TB 150 mm DIA 3 1200 x 500 x 570 - 1050 220V-240V 265W 1200 cub mt/H 3 x LED lamps 268W lTouch Control 150 mm DIA 2 x 500 mm 3 900 x 500 x 570 - 1050 220V-240V 265W 12
PRODUCT WARRANTY Thank you for choosing a Glem Quiet Air rangehood, the purchase of this appliance is an important investment in your home and so to protect your investment we urge you to complete the registration card attached, please return it immediately.
GLEM SERVICING 1300 307 917
