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5.  Raise top chimney in place over horizontal mounting bracket and secure in place with 

the two included #6 x 3/8" screws 

(Figure 8).

SECTION 6

Finishing the Installation

1.  Install the appropriate filters.
 

Charcoal Filters:

 If the range hood will be run ductless, remove and discard the grease 

filters that were included with the unit and install model BCCF-02 charcoal filters 

instead.

 

Grease Filters:

 If the range hood will be vented to the exterior of the home, install the 

grease filters supplied with the hood by sliding tab at rear of filter into slot in hood. 

While holding in handle of filter, lift filter into place and release handle. the filter should 

snap securely into place 

(Figure 9).

2.  Install two MR16, GU10 Base 50W maximum Halogen lamps by inserting lamp into 

socket and turning clockwise slightly until firmly seated. DO NOT over tighten.

3.  Remove any protective plastic adhered to the range hood.

4.  Turn switches to the OFF ( • ) position and restore power. Test that the light and the fan 

are operating properly.

5.  If there is any vibration noise, check for the source and try to tighten fasteners or adjust 

the tape to make a tighter connection or seal.

SECTION 7

Operation
Controls

Your Range Hood is equipped with two rotary switches with one controlling the lighting and 

the other controlling the exhaust fan blower. The light switch has three positions, High, Low, 

and Off. The fan switch has four positions, Off, High, Medium, and Low 

(Figure 10).

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SECTION 8

Maintenance

CAUTION: 

MAKE SURE POWER IS SWITCHED OFF AT 

SERVICE PANEL BEFORE SERVICING THE UNIT.

Grease Filters

Included with your range hood are aluminum grease filters that should be washed at least once 

a month. The filters are dishwasher safe and should be washed in a mild soap or detergent. 

Refer to 

Step 3

 of 

Section 1

 

Preparing the Range Hood

, to remove filters. If the grease filters 

become damaged, replace with Air King Model BCGF-01 Grease Filter.

Charcoal Odor Filter

If you have installed the optional charcoal odor filters, they cannot be washed and must be 

discarded and replaced when they become noticeably dirty, have stopped filtering the odors, or 

at least once per year. Replace with Air King Model BCCF-02 Odor Filters.

Changing the Lamp

Remove the lamp by turning slightly counter-clockwise and pulling out of the socket. Replace 

with a MR16 GU10 Base 50W maximum Halogen lamp.

Fuse

To replace the fuse, turn the fuse cap located next to the wire connector counter clockwise 

and pull out. Replace with a Bussman MDA 125-Volt, 5 Amp Max. fuse (models VAL30AB and 

VAL36AB utilize a 3 Amp Max fuse). Reinstall the fuse back into the hood.

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.

CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS ONLY:

WARNING:

 THIS PRODUCT CAN EXPOSE YOU TO A CHEMICAL [OR 

CHEMICALS] KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER.

WARNING:

 THIS PRODUCT CAN EXPOSE YOU TO A CHEMICAL [OR 

CHEMICALS] KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE REPRODUCTIVE 

TOXICITY.

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. 

Obstruction in the exhaust ducting. 

2. 

Check for any obstructions in the ducting including filter.

  3.  Hood is making a rattling noise. 

3a.  Filters are loose. 

3a.  Turn off power to unit. Check that all filter are securely in place.

     

3b.  Duct connection is loose. 

3b.  Turn off power to unit. Check that duct connection is tight.

Installer: 

 

Installation Date: 

Place of Purchase: 

 

Model Number: 

Figure 10

Filter

Figure 9

Summary of Contents for VAL30

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Page 2: ...the hood Hang the hood over the keyhole anchors and verify that the hood is centered level and the bottom holes line up with the anchors Install the provided 6 x 1 screws into the anchors Figure 2 Tig...

Page 3: ...he chimney are secured in place on the indents of the vertical chimney bracket and the backside of the chimney fits between the hood and the wall with the bottom tabs overlapping the back lip of the h...

Page 4: ...r Filter If you have installed the optional charcoal odor filters they cannot be washed and must be discarded and replaced when they become noticeably dirty have stopped filtering the odors or at leas...

Page 5: ...PRICE OF THE PRODUCT AND ANY SUCH LIABILITY SHALL TERMINATE UPON THE EXPIRATION OF THE WARRANTY PERIOD Some states and provinces do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the...

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