Installation Guide and Users Manual Elite Built-In Series (Insert Liners - E50/E70) IMPORTANT: Read and save these instructions. NOTICE: Installer: Leave this guide with the homeowner Homeowner: Keep this guide for future reference Built-In Range Hood Rev. 1052u.
Important Safety Notice Read all Instructions before Installing and operating this appliance • • • • • The installation in this manual is intended for qualified installers, service technicians or persons with similar qualified background. Installation and electrical wiring must be done by qualified professionals and in accordance with all applicable codes and standards, including fire-rated construction. DO NOT attempt to install this appliance yourself.
Important Safety Notice Read all Instructions before Installing and operating this appliance • • • Clean ventilating fan frequently. Always use appropriate cookware and utensils size. Always use cookware appropriate for the size of the surface element. To reduce the risk of injury to persons in the event of a stove top grease fire: • • • SMOTHER FLAMES with a close-fitting lid, cookie sheet, or metal tray, then turn OFF the burner. BECAREFUL TO PREVENT BURNS.
Venting Requirements • • • • • • • Vent system must terminate to the outside (roof or side wall), unless using a recirculating kit. Do not terminate the vent system in an attic or other enclosed area. Do not use 4” (10.2 cm) laundry-type wall caps. Use metal/aluminum vent only. Rigid metal/aluminum vent is recommended. Do not use plastic vent. Always keep the duct clean to ensure proper airflow. Calculate the following figures before installation: 1. Distance from the floor to the ceiling. 2.
IMPORTANT: • A minimum of 6” round (standard for this range hood) or 3-1/4 x 10” rectangular duct (purchased separately) must be used to maintain maximum airflow efficiency. • Always use rigid type metal/aluminum ducts if available to maximize airflow when connecting to provided duct. • Please use Duct Run Calculation below to compute total available duct run when using elbows, transitions and caps. • ALWAYS, when possible, reduce the number or transitions and turns.
Venting Methods • • This built-in range hood is factory set for venting through the roof or wall. For non-vented (re-circulating) installations, see Ductless Conversion (Non-Vented) below. Vent work can terminate either through the roof or wall. To vent through a wall, a 90° elbow is needed. IMPORTANT: • • • • NEVER exhaust air or terminate duct work into spaces between walls, crawl spaces, ceiling, attics or garages. All exhaust must be ducted to the outside. Use metal/aluminum duct work only.
Charcoal Filter Installation Methods NOTE: The charcoal filters might preinstalled if you purchased the range hood with re-circulating kit from us. 1. Remove grease filter on hood. 2. Position the charcoal filters onto each side of the motor and turn until it locks. Re-install aluminum filters. 3. Charcoal filters should be replaced after 120 hours of use (or approximately every 2 to 3 months based on the average of 1 to 2 hours of daily cooking time).
Installation Excessive Weight INSTALL THE HOOD Due to excessive weight, two or more person is recommended for this step. Require two or more person to move and install this range hood. Spinal or other bodily injuries could occur if it is not followed. NOTE: the hood has to be installed, inside the cabinet, at minimum 1-1/2” from the rear wall cabinet and at 2” from the front wall cabinet. The internal height of cabinet has to be minimum 28”. The hood should be mounted centered over the cook top burners.
Range Hood Operations Low Speed Power Switch High Speed Medium Speed Light Switch Turn On: • Press the speed control (Low Speed, Medium Speed, High Speed) switch to select the desired level of power. Once button is pressed, the previous speed mode will cancel. • Press the Light Switch to power on the lights. Turn Off: • Press the Power Switch to turn off the power.
Troubleshooting 1. If the range hood does not operate after installation: • • Check if the range hood has been plugged in, make sure that all power has been turned back on and all electrical wiring are properly connected. Swap out light assembly to working ones to determine whether it is caused by defective bulbs. (See Replacing the light bulbs, page 11) 2. The range hood vibrates when the blower is on: • The range hood might not have been secured properly on to the ceiling. 3.
Use and Care Information WARNING — TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING: Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer. If you have questions, contact the manufacturer. Before servicing or cleaning unit, switch power off at service panel and lock switch power off at service panel and lock service panel to prevent power from being switched on accidentally.
Maintenance SAFETY WARNING: Never put your hand into area housing the fan while the fan is operating! For optimal operation, clean range hood and all baffle/spacer/filter/grease tunnel/oil container regularly. Regular care will help preserve the appearance of the range hood. Cleaning Exterior surfaces: • Clean periodically with hot soapy water and clean cotton cloth. Do not use corrosive or abrasive detergent (e.g.
Warranty TO OBTAIN SERVICE UNDER WARRANTY: You must present proof of original purchase date. Please provide an original dated proof of purchase (sales receipt / invoice) in order to obtain service under warranty. One Year Parts Warranty: For one year from the date of original purchase, your local reseller will provide free of charge, non-consumable replacement parts or components that failed due to manufacturing defects.
Disclaimer Carefully inspect all items for damages before accepting delivery. note any damages on the freight bill or express receipt. request name and signature of the carrier’s agent and keep copy to support your claim. Upon acceptance of items, owner assumes responsibility for its safe arrival. Report damages to the carrier and file a claim immediately. Failure to do so may result in the denial of your claim. The carrier will furnish you with necessary forms for filing a claim.
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