Use & Care Professional Built-In Hoods VWH3010 / VWH3610
Congratulations Your purchase of a Viking Range 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.
Warnings WARNING WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury when using your unit, observe the following: • Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by qualified person(s) in accordance with all applicable codes and standards, including fire-rated construction. • Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion and exhausting of gases through the flue (chimney) of fuel burning equipment to prevent back drafting.
Getting Started Warnings (cont.) CAUTION Unplug power cords from control panel before cleaning or servicing hood. CAUTION DO NOT place flammable material on warming shelves when using heat lamps. CAUTION Do not use a porcelain cleaner or rough abrasive cleaner. Before Using Hood Although the hood is cleaned upon completion of the manufacturing process, you will probably need to clean your hood again after installation.
Settings and Functions 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. Professional Hoods OFF LOW HIGH OFF LIGHTS ON ON ON ON LOW HIGH OFF HEAT LAMP OFF FAN Dimmer knob Heat lamp switches (Pro wall hoods only) Blower speed knob ON/OFF switch—Starts and stops the blower.
Cleaning and Maintenance CAUTION Product Controls/Operation Unplug power cords from control panel before cleaning or servicing hood. Any piece of equipment works better and lasts longer when maintained properly and kept clean. Ventilation equipment is no exception. Your hood must be kept clean and maintained properly. Cleaning Baffle Filters As air passes through a baffle filter, grease particles collect on the stainless steel U-shaped baffle channels and drip down into the bottom of the filter.
Cleaning and Maintenance Maintaining Charcoal Filter (Recirculating Hoods Only) Replace the charcoal filters every 6 months to 1 year depending on the amount and type of cooking you do. To replace, remove the baffle/charcoal filter assembly and slide the charcoal filter out of the channel and replace with a new one. Do not put the charcoal filters in the dishwasher.
Cleaning and Maintenance Cleaning Ductless Venting Chamber (Professional Hoods Only) 1. Remove the middle vent by gently raising up and pulling out. 2. Use the same cleaning directions as in “Cleaning the Hood Canopy” section. 3. After cleaning, replace the middle vent. Replacing the Light Bulbs When removing bulbs use an oven mitt to protect your hand in case the bulb breaks. Halogen Lights 1. Unscrew halogen bulb. 2. Replace the bulb with a 120 volt, 50-watt halogen bulb. Infrared Heat Lamp 1.
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.
Warranty HOODS WARRANTY TWO YEAR FULL WARRANTY Hoods and all of their component parts, except as detailed below*†, are warranted to be free from defective materials or workmanship in normal residential use for a period of two (2) years from the date of original retail purchase or closing date for new construction, whichever period is longer. Viking Range, LLC, warrantor, agrees to repair or replace, at its option, any part which fails or is found to be defective during the warranty period.
Viking Range, LLC 111 Front Street Greenwood, Mississippi 38930 USA (662) 455-1200 For product information call 1-888-845-4641, or visit our web site at vikingrange.
