proline Range Hoods For model numbers: PLFW115 / PLFW116 user manual
Dear Valued Customer, Congratulations on your recent purchase of a new PROLINE range hood! To use your hood to its maximum potential, familiarize yourself with the controls and features of your new hood. This manual will step you through the installation of your hood, and how to maintain it. Read and use this care manual thoroughly, beginning with the Important Safety Notice section. All PROLINE hoods are designed and manufactured with the closest attention to detail.
Table of Contents 1 Saftey Notice 2 Diagrams 1 2-7 Wall Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 Venting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 6-7 Installation 8-13 Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Wall Hood . . . . . . . . . . .
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE 1 IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE Installer: Leave this guide with the homeowner. Consumer: Keep this guide for future reference. The Important Safety Notice and warnings in this manual are not meant to cover all possible problems and situations that can occur. Use common sense and caution when installing, maintaining or operating this or any other appliance. Always contact the PROLINE Customer Support Team (1-877-901-5530) with any problems or situations that you do not understand.
1 IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE warning ♦♦ If you receive a damaged product, immediately contact PROLINE Customer Support. Do not install or use a damaged hood. ♦♦ Do not install, repair or replace any part of the range hood unless specifically recommended in the literature accompanying it. ♦♦ Use the range hood only for its intended purpose as outlined in this manual. DO NOT use this range hood to vent hazardous or explosive materials or vapors. ♦♦ Do not tamper with the controls.
2 | PROLINE RANGE HOODS Wall or Insert b a c e d A - HOOD directs heat and smoke into the hood’s internal blower system. The blower forces heat and smoke from cooking into the chimney. B - CHIMNEY vents air from cooking to the outside of the home. C - CONTROL PANEL controls the hood’s various features. D - FILTER(S) prevent grease and grime from getting into the blower(s). The number and type of filters depends on the model. E - LIGHTS - Two 20 watt halogen bulbs.
USER MANUAL | Control Panel Power ON - Power your hood on by activating the fan with the Plus(+) or Minus(-) buttons. Fan Speeds - There are 4 speeds available. Press Plus(+) or Minus(-) buttons to adjust to your desired level. The lowest speed is the quietest. The highest speed is the most powerful. Automatic Fan Shutoff - To operate, first ensure that your hood is off. To automatically turn the fan off after a specified time period, press the Plus button, then the clock button.
4 | PROLINE RANGE HOODS grease filters baffle filter The baffle filter is equipped with a spring loaded handle. To remove from the hood, pull back toward the wall and down. The baffle filter can also be opened for easy cleaning. To open unscrew the cylindrical handle and separate the layers to clean..
USER MANUAL | ductless filters charcoal filter We recommend venting your hood directly outdoors if at all possible. If you do not have the option to vent your hood outside, charcoal filters are a convenient alternative. These filters clean impurities and odors from the air as it recirculates through your home. There are two styles of charcoal filters - round and square. The type you receive with your order will depend on the model of your hood. Round Square 1.
6 | PROLINE RANGE HOODS venting options horizontal wall venting Option 1 vertical roof venting Option 2
USER MANUAL | venting requirements height & venting requirements For best operation, we recommend you: ♦♦ allow 28-36” between the top of your cooking surface and the bottom of hood ♦♦ vent vertically through the roof if possible ♦♦ vent through a side wall if you cannot vent directly above your range hood ♦♦ use 6” or 8” round (or 3-1/4 x 10” rectangular) metal ducting ♦♦ use as few elbows as possible, with no more than three 90° elbows.
8 | PROLINE RANGE HOODS preparation inspect range hood 1. Check contents of box: ♦♦ range hood ♦♦ wall or ceiling mounting bracket ♦♦ small bag of hardware ♦♦ chimney (only on certain models) ♦♦ support brackets (only on certain models) ♦♦ transition duct (only on certain models) 2.
USER MANUAL | wall hood installation Plan where the ductwork will be located. Install proper-sized duct work, and roof or wall cap, depending on where you will be venting your hood. Recommended and most common installations are shown in the venting diagrams above. Adjust your measurements to accomodate heights of ceilings, cabinets, or rangetops.
10 | PROLINE RANGE HOODS wall hood installation step 2 Install ceiling bracket ♦♦ Place the chimney bracket against the ceiling ♦♦ Find the center point of the bracket and mark it ♦♦ Line the bracket center point with the center point on the wall ♦♦ Mark the locations of bracket holes on wall ♦♦ Drill holes into the wall where you’ve marked ♦♦ Install wall anchors into these holes ♦♦ Screw ceiling bracket into place ♦♦ Chimney will mount on this bracket step 3 Hang hood and connect ♦♦ Carefully h
USER MANUAL | 11 wall hood installation step 2 Install chimney ♦♦ Take off protective laminate coating ♦♦ Place the chimney on top of range hood base ♦♦ Make sure the chimney is facing the correct direction (the vertical vent should be on the top) ♦♦ Secure the lower portion of the chimney to the base of the hood ♦♦ Attach the chimney to the ceiling mounting bracket ♦♦ Screw the chimney into place on both sides ♦♦ Now the chimney is secured to the ceiling and wall step 3 Install grease filt
12 | PROLINE RANGE HOODS hood insert installation step 1 Mark the leveling point of the hood. Position two mounting screws on the wall leaving 1/8” space between the wall and your hood. If you are installing under a cabinet, the hood should be flush with the front of the cabinet. Make sure you mount the hood on wall studs or lumbars for secure placement. step 2 Attach the hood-mounting bracket to the back of the hood with the six screws provided.
USER MANUAL | 13 hood insert installation step 4 Align hood-mounting bracket to the screws on the wall and hook hood into place. Additional mounting fasteners may be used to further secure your hood. step 5 Use 6” or 8” round steel pipe to connect the exhaust on the hood to the ductwork above. Use silver tape or duct tape to make all joints secure and air tight. step 6 Make your electrical connections.
14 | PROLINE RANGE HOODS Care & Cleaning warning ♦♦ Never put your hand into the area housing the fan while the fan is operating ♦♦ Turn off power to the hood before cleaning ♦♦ Make sure your cooktop and hood are cool before cleaning ♦♦ Use only the types of cleaning solutions mentioned in this manual ♦♦ Completely dry the filter(s) immediately after cleaning cleaning exterior surfaces ♦♦ Regular care will help preserve the appearance of your range hood.
PROLINE RANGE HOODS 15 | USER MANUAL | 15 Care & Cleaning replacing the light bulb ♦♦ Make sure the range hood is unplugged or turn OFF breaker ♦♦ Place a flat-head screwdriver between light cover and housing to remove cover ♦♦ Gently pull defective bulb straight out and discard ♦♦ Wear a cotton glove or use a cloth to handle the replacement bulb (DO NOT handle with bare fingers as this may shorten the life of the bulb) ♦♦ Push gently but securely into light socket.
16 | troubleshooting NOTHING WORKS (Control Panel not lit, Blower not working) Solution 1: Turn on power at circuit breaker panel or fuse box. Check for tripped breaker or blown fuse. Solution 2: Make sure hood main power switch is on. LIGHTS NOT TURNING ON Solution 1: see “nothing works” Solution 2: Swap out lights to determine if bulbs are defective. RANGE HOOD VIBRATES WHEN BLOWER IS ON Solution: Make sure the range hood has been secured properly to the ceiling or wall.
USER MANUAL | 17 Warranty All PROLINE range hoods come with a Two Year Warranty on Parts, and a One Year Warranty on Labor. Who is Covered: Only the original purchaser for residential products purchased in the continental United States (limited warranty in Canada, Hawaii, and Alaska). Two Year Warranty - Parts & Labor For two years from the date of original purchase, we will repair or replace any parts or components that failed due to manufacturing defects.
18 | PROLINE RANGE HOODS Returns upon receipt of your hood: 1) Inspect your hood for any damage in shipping 2) Plug in and test controls (lights, fan) 3) Call 1-877-901-5530 within 7 days to report any damage Please note: you must report any damage directly to PROLINE within 7 days of receipt if you wish to receive a replacement or refund. returns Damaged Returns 1. You must report damage directly to PROLINE within 7 days to receive a full refund. 2. Send a photo showing the damage.
Exchanges exchanges 1. You must request an exchange directly to PROLINE within 14 days. 2. Notify us of your reason for the exchange. Provide a photo if your hood is damaged. 3. We will help arrange for returned shipping of your hood. 4. Once we receive your original hood, we will send the replacement hood. Please Note: ♦♦ We will only allow one undamaged exchange per purchase. ♦♦ Your replacement hood must be of equal or lesser value.
PROLINE Range Hoods 1750 S 500 W Salt Lake City, UT 84115 • 1-877-901-5530 • www.prolinerangehoods.
