Viking Use & Care Manual Viking Range Corporation 111 Front Street Greenwood, Mississippi 38930 USA (662) 455-1200 For product information call 1-888-VIKING1 (845-4641), or visit the Viking Web site at vikingrange.
Congratulations Your purchase of a Viking hood attests to the importance you place upon the quality and performance of the major appliances you use. With minimal care, as outlined in this guide, your new hood is designed to provide you with years of reliable service. Please take a few minutes to learn about its proper and efficient use and care. This guide will provide you with the information you need to become familiar with your hood’s care and operation. Your complete satisfaction is our ultimate goal.
Warnings (cont.) Warnings (cont.) WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A RANGETOP GREASE FIRE: 1. Never leave surface units unattended at high setting. Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite. Heat oils slowly on low or medium settings. 2. Always turn hood ON when cooking at high heat or when cooking flaming foods. (i.e. Crepes suzette, Cherries jubilee, Peppercorn beef flambé). 3. Clean ventilating fans frequently. Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on fan or filter. 4.
Getting Started Before Using Hood Getting Started Although the hood is cleaned upon completion of the manufacturing process, you will probably need to clean your hood again after installation. Wipe the surface of the hood with a good household cleaner applied with a soft cloth, or stainless steel polish, depending on the finish of your hood. This will leave a protective finish on the hood.
Settings and Functions Settings and Functions Professional Hood Operation Designer Hood Operation Always turn on your hood before you begin cooking to establish airflow in the kitchen. Also, let the blower run for a few minutes to clear the air after you turn off your cooking appliance. This will help keep the kitchen air cleaner. Always turn on your hood before you begin cooking to establish airflow in the kitchen.
Settings and Functions Cleaning and Maintenance DCH/DPPV Model Operation Always turn on your hood before you begin cooking to establish airflow in the kitchen. Also let the blower run for a few minutes to clear the air after you turn off your cooking appliance. This will help keep the kitchen air cleaner. Dimmer knob Blower speed knob LIGHTS FAN PUSH ON/OFF PUSH ON/OFF LOW HIGH LOW HIGH Light switch Product Controls/Operation ON/OFF switch ON/OFF switch—Starts and stops the blower.
Cleaning and Maintenance Cleaning Mesh Filters 2 1 1 1 2 2 3 3 Slide filter forward off of rear lip. Lower filter rear, then slide filter front out. Cleaning and Maintenance As air passes through the filter, grease particles collect on the stainless steel screen inside the filter. The filters should be examined periodically to assure that all surfaces and parts are clean. This unit is equipped with an alarm.
Cleaning and Maintenance Cleaning and Maintenance Cleaning Hood Canopy Cleaning Brass Parts Finishes in enamel or stainless steel are highly resistant to damage or discoloration due to grease, steam, and heat— provided that reasonable care is given to the equipment. The following suggestions will help keep your hood looking new. All brass body parts should be wiped regularly with hot soapy water. When hot soapy water will not do the job, use every day household cleaners that are not abrasive.
Service Information If service is required, call your dealer or authorized service agency. The name of the authorized service agency can be obtained from the dealer or distributor in your area. Have the following information readily available. • Model number • Serial number • Date purchased • Name of dealer from whom purchased Clearly describe the problem that you are having.
Designer Hood Warranty ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY Built-in hoods/ventilators and all of their component parts, except as detailed below*, are warranted to be free from defective materials or workmanship in normal household use for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of purchase. NOTE: Viking Range ventilator kits are designed specifically for use with Viking Range hoods. Use of any non-Viking Range ventilator kits VOIDS the hood warranty.