www.windsterhood.com UNDER CABINET SERIES User s Manual WS-5530SS WS-5536SS WS-5542SS NOTE: PLEASE INSPECT HOOD IMMEDIATELY UPON RECEIVING. CLAIM OF DAMAGE AFTER 7 DAYS OF DELIVERY WILL BE DENIED. This unit is designed for indoor residential use only. DO NOT USE OVER A WOOD GRILL OR MOUNT IN OUTDOOR ENVIRONMENT. Please read this operation manual thoroughly before using your range hood. Store it in a safe location for when you need to reference it in the future.
Table of Contents Safety Information .............................................................. 2 – 3 Content Checklist ..................................................................... 4 Measurements ........................................................................... 5 Preparation ........................................................................... 6– 7 Installation ........................................................................... 8 – 9 Operation & Features ................
SAFETY INFORMATION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A FIRE, ELECTRICAL SHOCK, AND/OR INJURY OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING: Unit is intended for indoor residential use only. If you should have questions, contact the manufacturer at the address or telephone number listed in the warranty. In case the unit should need to be cleaned or repaired, switch power off at service panel and lock service disconnecting means to prevent power from being switched on accidentally.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THIS FAN WITH ANY SOLID-STATE SPEED CONTROL DEVICE. Regardless of heat level, never leave any surface materials unattended while operating an open flame. Always turn hood ON when cooking at high heat or when flambéing food (i.e. Crepes Suzette, Cherries Jubilee, Peppercorn Beef Flambé). Depending on amount of usage, clean ventilating fans and filters frequently. Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on fan or filter.
CONTENT CHECKLIST 1. CONTENTS INCLUDED a. (1) WS55 series(30”, 36” or 42”)hood assembly b. (1) User’s manual c. (1) Black 6” to 7” conversion collar d. (2) Front round oil cup filters e. (2) Rear rectangular oil cup filters f. (1) Screw packet 2. CONTENTS NOT INCLUDED a. WS55CFMR (CFM reducer) b. WS55DK (30”, 36” or 42”) (ie. WS5530DK) c. WS55CF (Charcoal filter) d. 6” / 7” Aluminum or metal piping 3. TOOLS REQUIRED (NOT INCLUDED) a. Safety gloves b. Safety glasses c.
PREPARATION 1. BEFORE YOU START **DO NOT INSTALL IF DAMAGED** **RETURN OR EXCHANGE WILL BE DENIED IF INSTALLED** a. Be sure you have all the content of your purchase and required tools for this installation. b. Installation may take at least 1 to 2 hours from start to finish. c. Plan to use as few elbows or turns as possible for more efficient air flow. d. Collar size may need to be increased if utilizing a long duct run. e. At least 12” of vertical duct is required before any turn. f.
e. For cabinet with recessed-bottom, use (2) 3” x 12” or 15” wood strips on both sides to balance the recession. Use (4) 1-1/4” long flat head screws to secure the wood strips to cabinet.(Fig. 1d) 3. HOOD a. Inspect for any sign of defect or damage. (ie. scratches, dents, loose seams, etc.) b. Power up the unit to make sure it is working properly. c. Remove the protective file on the hood. d. Unscrew the (3) screws holding up the bottom panel and remove the panel to access the inside of the hood.
INSTALLATION 1. UNDER CABINET INSTALLATION a. Make sure all preparation steps are completed. b. Feed the wires coming out of the hood through the bottom of the cabinet. c. Lift the unit up flush against the wall and the bottom of the cabinet. d. Using the screws and washers provided, insert into each of the keyhole openings and tightly secure the unit against the bottom of the cabinet. NOTE: Install more screws through the back of the unit if necessary. e. Use the conversion collar for 7” ducting.
3. DUCTLESS INSTALLATION (OPTIONAL) a. Make sure all preparation steps are completed. b. Lift the ductless kit up flush against the wall and the bottom of the cabinet. (Fig. 2a) c. Using the screws and washers provided, insert into each of the keyhole openings and tightly secure the ductless kit against the bottom of the cabinet.(Fig. 2b) d. Lift the unit up flush against the wall and the bottom of the ductless kit and tightly secure the unit with the screws provided. (Fig. 2c) e.
OPERATION & FEATURES 1. EASY ACCESS CONTROL SWITCH (from left to right) a. Left Button– Controls Left Fan b. Middle Button –Controls Right Fan c. Right Button –Controls Light bulb 2. CFL LIGHTING a. Max 40 watts 3. OIL CUP FILTERS a. (2) Bottom circular oil cups b. (2) Rear rectangular oil cups. 4. CHARCOAL FILTERS **DO NOT WASH CHARCOAL FILTERS! IT WILL DISSOLVE!!** a. (2) Round charcoal filter sheets b. Remove charcoal filters from unit and wipe the edges with soapy water. c.
CLEANING& MAINTENANCE WARNING!!! To prevent the possibility of a fire and explosion, do not use flammable liquids or solvents to clean the unit or any of its parts. Check to make sure all power sources are disconnected before servicing or taking unit apart for cleaning. Please thoroughly clean the unit weekly as stainless steel can rust under certain condition or by improper cleaning. 1. RANGE HOOD a. Use household cleaner to remove grease or dirt from the outer shell of the unit.
TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING!!! Check to make sure all power sources are disconnected before starting any troubleshooting. Safety gloves and glasses should be worn when working on the unit. Serious injury or death may occur if safety precautions are not followed. WS55 Series Light Issue (Not turning on) 1. Replace old defective light with new light. Motor issue (Only one working motor) 1. Replace the defective motor with new motor. Burnt/melted control switch 1.
PART LIST / REPLACEMENT
# Description # Description 1 Hood body assembly 11 Light cover 2 Air chamber 12 Light cover screw 3 Bottom panel 13 Bottom panel screws 4 Motor 14 Light switch 5 Fan impeller 15 Fan Speed switch 6 Oil funnel 16 6” collar 7 Protective grills 17 Capacitor 8 Grill screws 18 CFL light bulb 9 Front oil cups 19 Light socket 10 Rear oil cups
WARRANTY / CONTACT US LIMITED WARRANTY Windster Hoods Inc. warrants its product against defects in material or workmanship as follows: Labor:For a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase, if the product is determined to be defective, Windster will attempt to repair the product, at its option, at no charge. After the warranty period, customer must pay for all labor charges. During the "labor" warranty period there will be no charge for any work done on the purchased model.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED BY MANUFACTURE WARRANTY 1. Damages resulting from any of the following: a. Improper installation or maintenance b. Any repair, modification, alteration or adjustment not authorized by the manufacturer or an authorized service dealer c. Misuse and/or accidents d. Incorrect electric current, voltage or power supply e. Improper setting of any control (Pressing multiple selections at the same time) f. 2.