Installation Guide

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TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR
INJURY TO PERSON(S), OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
1. Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer.
If you have questions, contact the manufacturer at the
address or telephone number listed in the warranty.
2. Before servicing or cleaning unit, switch power off at service
panel and lock service disconnecting
means to prev
means to prevent
power from being switched on accidentally. When the service
disconnecting means
cannot be locked, securely fasten
cannot be locked, securely fasten
a prominent warning
a prominent warning device, such as a tag, to the service
panel.
3. Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by
qualified personnel in accordance with all applicable codes
and standards, including fire-rated construction codes and
standards.
4. Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion and exhausting
of gases through the flue (chimney) of fuel burning equipment
to prevent backdrafting. Follow the heating equipment
manufacturer’s guidelines and safety standards such as
those published by the National Fire Protection Association
(NFPA) and the American Society for Heating, Refrigeration
and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) and the local
code authorities.
5. When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage
electrical wiring and other hidden utilities.
6. Ducted fans must always be vented to the outdoors.
7. Do not use this unit with any solid-state speed control device.
8. To reduce the risk of fire, use only metal ductwork.
9. This unit must be grounded.
10. When performing installation, servicing or cleaning the unit,
it is recommended to wear safety glasses and gloves.
11. When applicable local regulations comprises more
restrictive installation and /or certification requirements,
the aformentioned requirements prevail on those of this
document and the installer agrees to conform to these at his
own expenses.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A RANGE TOP GREASE
FIRE:
a) Never leave surface units unattended at high settings.
Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may
ignite. Heat oils slowly on low or medium settings.
b) Always turn hood ON when cooking at high heat or when
flaming foods (i.e.: Crêpes Suzette, Cherries Jubilee,
Peppercorn Beef Flambé).
c) Clean ventilating fans frequently. Grease should not be
allowed to accumulate on fan, filters or in exhaust ducts.
d) Use proper pan size. Always use cookware appropriate for
the size of the surface element.
1. For indoor use only.
2. For general ventilating use only. Do not use to exhaust
hazardous or explosive materials and vapors.
3. To avoid motor bearing damage and noisy and/or unbalanced
impellers, keep drywall spray, construction dust, etc. off
power unit.
4. Your hood motors have a thermal overload which will
automatically shut off the motors if it becomes overheated.
The motors will restart when it cools down. If the motors
continues to shut off and restart, have the hood serviced.
5. The bottom of the hood MUST NOT BE LESS than 26" and at
a maximum of 30" above cooktop for best capture of cooking
impurities. For a gas range, the bottom of the hood MUST
NOT BE LESS than 28" above cooktop.
6. Two installers are recommended because of the size of this
hood.
7. To reduce the risk of fire and to properly exhaust air, be sure
to duct air outside — Do not exhaust air into spaces within
walls or ceiling or into attics, crawl space or garage.
8. Because of the high exhausting capacity of this hood, you
should make sure enough air is entering the house to replace
exhausted air by opening a window close to or in the kitchen.
9. Please read specification label on product for further
information and requirements.
WARNING
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CAUTION
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO PERSON(S)
IN THE EVENT OF A RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE,
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING*:
1. SMOTHER FLAMES with a close fitting lid, cookie sheet
or metal tray, then turn off the burner. BE CAREFUL
TO PREVENT BURNS. IF THE FLAMES DO NOT GO
OUT IMMEDIATELY, EVACUATE AND CALL THE FIRE
DEPARTMENT.
2. NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN — You may be burned.
3. DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dishcloths or towels —
This could cause a violent steam explosion.
4. Use an extinguisher ONLY if:
A. You own a Class ABC extinguisher and you know how to
operate it.
B. The fire is small and contained in the area where it started.
C. The fire department has been called.
D. You can fight the fire with your back to an exit.
* Based on “Kitchen Fire Safety Tips” published by NFPA.
WARNING
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS