MODEL : WS-38 series OPERATION MANUAL Please read and save this guide through before using your range hood. Store the guide away in a safe place so that you will know where it is, when you want to refer to it.
Table of Contents A. Important Safety Instructions ---------------------------- P.1 B. Safety Notes ------------------------------------------------- P.3 C. Tools and Materials Required ----------------------------- P.4 D. Accessory Package ----------------------------------------- P.4 E. Preparing the Range Hood -------------------------------- P.5 F. Preparing the Installation Location ----------------------- P.6 G. Providing Electrical Power --------------------------------- P.7 H.
A. Important Safety Insturctions Read and Save These Instructions CAUTION- To reduce risk of fire and to properly exhaust air, make sure to properly exhaust air. Be sure to duct air outside- Do not vent exhaust air into spaces within walls, ceilings, attics, crawl spaces, or garages. WARNING- To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not use this fan with any solid- state speed control device. WARNING- TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING: A.
WARNING- To reduce the risk of injury in the event of a range top grease fire, observe the following: A- SMOTHER FLAMES with a close- fitting lid, cookie sheet, or metal tray, then turn off the burner. Be careful to prevent burns. If the flames do not go out immediately, EVACUATE AND CALL THE FIRE DEPARTMENT. B- NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN - You may be burned. C- DO NOT USE WATER including wet dishcloths or towelsa violent steam explosion will result. D- USE AN EXTINGUISHER ONLY IF: 1.
B. Safety Notes 1. All electrical work must be done in accordance with local and/or national electrical code as applicable for safety. This product must be grounded if your are unfamiliar with methods of installing electrical wiring, secure the services of a qualified electrician. 2. Turn off power at service entrance before installing wiring or servicing this product. (120 volt for range hood. 220 volt for electric range if any) 3.
C. Tools and Materials Required Drill, electric of ratchet driver, with 3/16" wood bit (for drilling starter holes and 1 ¼ ” wood bit (to drill an access holes in the cabinet or kitchen wall for the electric power line) One common screwdriver. Plier (for opening electrical knockout). Two 1" (thick)x2" (wide)x12" (approximate length) wood strips for recessed bottom kitchen cabinet installation only. (Purchase locally). Electrical wire and supplies to comply with local cords.
E. Preparing The Range Hood 1. Remove the top electrical Electrical Knockout knockout, you may plan to bring power to the range hood either through the cabinet or through the wall (Fig.1) Fig.1 2. Insert a screwdriver into the knockout slot and bend the knockout back and forth. (Fig.2) 3. You may have to use pliers to pull the loosened knockout free.(Fig.3) Fig.3 Fig.2 28”-32” 4. When installed, the bottom edge of your range hood should be 28" ~ 32" above the top of the cooking surface. (Fig.
F. Preparing The Installation Location 1. If you want to move the electric range to make room for working on the cabinet turn off the 220 volt power for the electric range at the service entrance. 2. Before moving a gas range, shut off the gas. NOTE: SKIP FOLLOWING STEPS 3A THROUGH 3D IF THE HOOD IS TO BE MOUNTED ON A CABINET WITH A FLUSH BOTTOM . 3. For installation onto a recessed bottom cabinet: a. Measure the space (under the cabinet between the inside front edge and inside back edge (Fig.5).
C. Screw the four 1" wood screws (for mounting the hood) into the exact center of the arrow and into the keyhole mounting slots marked on the cabinet bottom (for flush installations), or marked on the 1” x2” wood strips (for Strips secured recessed cabinet installation) (Fig.7) Do not turn the mounting screws in all Fig.7 the way. Allow 3/8" of screw to project, so the hood can be fitted place. (The screws will be tightened later) G. Providing Electrical Power 1.
H. Remove and Reinstall Baffle filters ② ① 1. Wear safety workman gloves and 2. Push Baffle filter down ward ①, hold the handles of Baffle filter. then pull a little back ②. ③ 4. Pick up the inner oil collector. 3. Lift up the Baffle filter ③. NOTE : Reinstalling Baffle filters. Reverse the steps as removing Baffle filters. For mounting under cabinet 1. After above step H, then continue the following steps. 2. Remove 2 screws on the spacer(s). 3. Remove spacer(s). 4.
I. Maintenance Instruction 1. Maintenance shall be important than repair. Please take care of the needed maintenance in order to secure and extend the excellent functions and using life. Note : Before repairing the range hood. Disconnect the power source. 2. After using the machine, wipes the machine by neutral detergent in order to keep it clean and maintain the appearance with brightness and sanitation. 3.
K. Vertical Rectangular Ducting A. Remove the pre-mounted D. Overlap the rectangular starting collar on the top 6” round duct opening. of transition plate. Half round section E. Mounting rectangular starting collar with remaining screws. B. Put transition plate by first installing 4 screws on the half round section. (Optional) F. Completely finished . NOTE : An optional kit for vertical rectangular ducting : Transition plate C. Take the rectangular starting + Rectangular starting collar collar.
L. Rear Rectangular Ducting A. Remove the pre-mounted D. Pre-mounted 6” round duct opening. rectangular plate. B. Put transition plate by first installing 4 screws on E. Remove the pre-mounted the half round section. rectangular plate. (Optional) - to be continued - C. Use slotted screw driver, (or whatever flat head) to knock out the pre-mounted rear rectangular cap.
L. Rear Rectangular Ducting F. Take the pre-mounted G. Mount the rectangular rectangular plate. plate (previous removed) on top of transition plate. NOTE : An optional kit for rear rectangular ducting : Transition plate + Rectangular starting collar H. Insert appropriate rectangular starting collar (optional) (Small) or (2 different size) ⓐ 11 ¼ " x 3 ¾ " x 1" (L x W x H) (Large) ⓑ 11¼” x 3¾” x 3⅛" (L x W x H) or (Small) I. Mount rectangular (Large) J. Rectangular starting collar.
M. Mounting Range Hood To Cabinet NOTE : Read “Remove and Reinstall Baffle filter” & “For mounting under cabinet” on page 8. 1. Position the hood in place so that : a. The electrical line is routed through the appropriate Knockout opening. This step will have to be accomplished while positioning the hood (Fig.10) b. The large part of the keyhole mounting slots on the hood fit onto the hood mounting screws projecting from the bottom of the cabinet. (Fig.11) 2.
N. Mounting Range Hood Without Cabinet Bracket 1. Using metal brackets and screws (included), center hood onto Screw board and install screw. 2. Remove the hood from the board and nail the wood board onto the wall. (Be sure the nail is in the center of the stud) 3. Place the range hood on the board and tighten the screw. 4.
P. Making The Electrical Connection 1. Remove stainless Baffle filters. ( Ref.P8-H) 2. Remove screws on wiring case, wire case fish out wires through the knockout. (Fig.12) 3. Mark the electrical connection by fastening all wires to the existing wall wiring according to the their colors. (Black to Black, White to White, Green to Ground) Fig.12 4. After connection is done, reinstall wiring case cover and bottom board. 5. Turn on power and check operation of fan and light. 6.
2. Use for Fan OFF A. Fan ON : When the button : Fan speed selection and fan off. main power button is being pressed, by pressing / / for desired fan speed. - slow speed - medium speed - high speed B. Fan OFF : To turn off the fan, just press the the OFF button, or press off main power button. NOTE: a. The fan speed can be interchanged by pressing any one of above 3 buttons, however. b. NEVER PRESS ANY OF TWO BUTTONS IN A TIME. 3.
Note: Range hood should be turn on either before or the same time when cooking begins. After cooking, range hood should be kept on for about 3 more minutes for complete ventilation of cooking odor. Care Instruction : Please always pull the plug out before cleaning or dismantling, wear " Safety gloves " to reduce the risk of any injuries. Exterior : Can be cleaned with any type of non-abrasive detergent and a clean cloth. " Green Pad " or any metal type cleaning pad is not recommended for exterior.
R. Troubleshootings Symptom Correction A. Check power source to see if it is normal. Fan are not operatable. Illuminating LED light does not work B. Check power inlet plug to see if it is plugged firmly into it's socket. A. Disconnect the power source. B. Check LED light, replace it with a new one if it is burned out. A. Check for damaged vanes. Hood vibrates. B. Check if exhaust duct is secured. S.
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Parts List No. Description Parts no.
U. Circuit Diagram NOTE : Any faults with this unit should only be attended to by a qualified technician.
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Limited Warranty Windster Hoods Inc. warrants this product against defects in material or workmanship as follows: 1) Labor: For a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase, if this product is determined to be defective, Windster will repair or replace the product, at its option, at no charge. After the warranty period, you must pay for all labor charges. During the “labor” warranty period there will be no charge for labor.
Defective Products: All products will be inspected, tested, and carefully packed by the manufacturer before shipping to customers. Products that are damaged during transit can only be exchanged for the same product, under the condition that the customer must get a RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) from Windster. When products are received defective, you must notify us within the 3 business days of receiving the package. Replacement products are only shipped when the RMA is issued. NO EXCEPTIONS.
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