Manual

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
-IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS -
1. Use this unit only in the manner
intended by the manufacturer. (If you
have questions, contact Summerset at
800.966.8126)
2. Before servicing or cleaning this unit,
switch power off at service panel and lock
the panel to prevent power from being
switched on by accident. If the service
panel cannot be locked, securely fasten a
prominent warning device, such as a tag,
to the service panel.
• Remove all rings, watches, belt buckles,
jewelry and any clothing with metal buons
or snaps to prevent damage to hood.
• DO NOT REMOVE HOOD FROM ITS
ORIGINAL CARTON UNTIL YOU ARE READY
TO INSTALL IT.
• When you are ready to begin the installation
• Process, remove the hood from its carton
and place it on a clean so blanket.
• Inspect the hood carefully for any damage or
imperfections before you begin to install the
hood. If any damage or imperfections exist,
re -carton the
• Hood and call your dealer IMMEDIATELY. Do
not install a damaged hood.
• It is highly recommended that rubber gloves
be used to prevent scratches on the hood
and to provide you with a firm grip.
• When removing the hood from the carton,
locate the filters. The filters are not pre
-installed in the hood. The filters are in a box
marked filters inside the hood carton.
• RVH model hood series can be ducted to
the top or the rear. Check product guide
for additional transitions, wall caps and roof
caps.
• All Summerset ventilation hoods have a
variable speed control blower switch as well
as a light dimmer switch.
• To avoid damage that will not be covered
under warranty make sure blowers are free
from obstructions (packing and debris) prior
to running the blowers. Test run blowers
before finalizing installation. Check with
manufacturer before aempting to use
blower systems other than Summerset Grills
blower systems. (800.966.8126 for technical
information).
1. Never leave surface units unaended at
high seings.
2. Oil-overs can cause smoking and may
ignite. Heat oils slowly on low heat.
3. Always turn hood ON five minutes prior
to cooking to begin airflow.
4. Clean ventilation filters frequently. DO
NOT ALLOW GREASE TO ACCUMULATE
ON FAN OR FILTER.
5. Use proper pan size. Always use cookware
appropriate for the size of the burner or
element.
1. Smother the flames with a close-fiing
lid, cooking sheet or other metal tray, and
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.
3. MAKE SURE YOUR VENTILATION
SYSTEM IS COMPLETELY TURNED OFF.
DO NOT TURN HOOD ON TO TRY AND
EVACUATE SMOKE.
CAUTION: FOR GENERAL VENTILATION
USE ONLY. DO NOT USE TO EXHAUST
HAZARDOUS OR EXPLOSIVE MATERIALS
OR VAPORS.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE, PLEASE
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
WARNING - IN THE EVENT OF RANGE TOP
GREASE FIRE, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
SUMMERSET GRILLS HOODS ARE FOR
RESIDENTIAL USE ONLY!
NOTE TO INSTALLER:
HANDLING PRECAUTIONS
4. DO NOT USE WATER, including wet
dishcloths or towels - a violent steam
explosion may result.
• Use an extinguisher only if:
• You know you have a class ABC extinguisher
and you already know how to operate it.
• The fire is small and contained in the area
where it started.
• The fire department is being called.
• You can fight the fire with your back to an
exit.