Troubleshooting Guide
Trouble
Probable Cause
Suggested Remedy
1. Hood does not operate when the switch is on.
1a. A fuse may be blown or a circuit tripped.
1a. Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker.
1b. Wiring is not connected properly.
1b. Turn off power to unit. Check that all wires are connected
2. Hood is operating, but air moves slower than normal.
2. Filter needs replacing.
2. Check filter for build up and replace if necessary.
3. Hood is making a rattling noise.
3a. Motor is loose.
3a. Turn off power to unit. Remove filter, check that all screws are
fully tightened.
3b. Filter is loose.
3b. Turn off power to unit. Check that filter is tight.
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Ground
Hot (Black)
White from Motor
White from Lamp
NOTE: DO NOT
disconnect any wiring that has already been crimped
with a wire connector from the factory.
2.
Install the wire compartment cover and tighten screw. Make sure
all wiring is securely contained within the wire compartment.
Ducting
(if applicable)
CAUTION:
ALL DUCTING MUST COMPLY WITH LOCAL AND
NATIONAL BUILDING CODES.
1.
Your range hood comes ready for ductless operation, and no
additional ducting is required.
Finishing the Installation
1.
Install the appropriate filter sliding the back side of the filter into
the tab and pressing the front of the filter into place
(Figure 6)
.
2.
Turn switches to the “OFF” position and restore power. Test that
the light and the fan are operating properly.
3.
If there is any vibration noise, check for the source and try to
tighten fasteners.
Operation
Controls
Your Range Hood is equipped with two rocker style switches with one
controlling the lighting and the other controlling the exhaust fan. The
light switch has two positions, ON ( ) and OFF ( ). The fan is a three
position switch, HIGH ( ), LOW ( ), and OFF. OFF is the middle
position of the switch.
Maintenance
CAUTION:
MAKE SURE POWER IS SWITCHED OFF AT SERVICE
PANEL BEFORE SERVICING THE UNIT.
Filters
Grease/Charcoal Filter - Your range hood is equipped with a combination
grease/charcoal filter. This filter cannot be washed and must be discarded
and replaced when it has become noticeably dirty, has stopped filtering
the odors, or at least once per year. Replace with Air King Model RF55
Combination Odor/Grease Filter.
Cleaning
CAUTION:
DO NOT USE GASOLINE, BENZINE, THINNER, HARSH
CLEANSERS, ETC., AS THEY MAY DAMAGE THE RANGE HOOD.
1.
Clean your range hood with a mild detergent, such as dishwashing
liquid, and dry with a soft cloth.
NEVER USE ANY ABRASIVE PADS
OR SCOURING POWDERS.
Completely dry before restoring power.
NEVER IMMERSE ELECTRICAL PARTS IN WATER.
2.
The fan assembly can be vacuumed when build up (dirt, lint, etc.)
accumulates over time. The fan is permanently lubricated and does
not require oiling.
Figure 5
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Figure 6
