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Before you start...
Tools and materials
needed for installation:
• compass or 7"
(17.8 cm)
circle template
• pliers
• level
• Phillips
screwdriver
• metal snips
• drill
• 1-1/4"
( 3 .0 cm)
drill bit
• pencil
• ruler
• caulking gun
• saber saw
• keyhole saw
• duct tape
Electrical
requirements
Important: Observe all governing
codes and ordinances.
It is the customer’s responsibility:
To contact a qualified electrical
installer.
To assure that the electrical
installation is adequate and in
conformance with National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 —
latest edition* or Canadian
Electrical Code, C22.1 and C22.2
No. 113-M1984 (or latest edition),**
and all local codes and
ordinances.
If codes permit and a separate
ground wire is used, it is
recommended that a qualified
electrician determine that the
ground path is adequate.
Do not ground to a gas pipe.
Check with a qualified electrician
if you are not sure range hood is
properly grounded.
Do not have a fuse in the neutral or
ground circuit.
Copies of standards listed may be
obtained from:
* National Fire Protection Association
One Batterymarch Park
Quincy, Massachusetts 02269
** CSA International
8501 East Pleasant Valley Road
Cleveland, Ohio 44131-5575
We have provided many important
safety messages in this manual and
on your appliance. Always read and
obey all safety messages.
WARNING
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to
potential hazards that can kill
or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the
safety alert symbol and either the word
“DANGER” or “WARNING”. These
words mean:
All safety messages will tell you
what the potential hazard is, tell you
how to reduce the chance of injury,
and tell you what can happen if the
instructions are not followed.
You can be killed or seriously
injured if you don’t immediately
follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously
injured if you don’t follow
instructions.
DANGER
Your safety and the safety of
others are very important.
WARNING — To reduce the risk of
fire or electrical shock, do not use
this fan with any solid-state speed
control device.
WARNING — TO REDUCE THE RISK
OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR
INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE
FOLLOWING:
Use this unit only in the manner
intended by the manufacturer. If
you have questions, contact the
manufacturer. Before servicing or
cleaning unit, switch power off at
service panel and lock the service
disconnecting means to prevent
power from being switched on
accidentally. When the service
disconnecting means cannot be
locked, securely fasten a
prominent warning device such as
a tag to the service panel
CAUTION: For general ventilating
use only. Do not use to exhaust
hazardous or explosive materials
and vapors.
WARNING — TO REDUCE THE RISK
OF A RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE:
Never leave surface units
unattended at high settings.
Boilovers cause smoking and
greasy spillovers that may ignite.
Heat oils slowly on low or medium
settings.
Always turn hood ON when
cooking at high heat or when
cooking flaming foods.
Clean ventilating fans frequently.
Grease should not be allowed to
accumulate on fan or filter.
Use proper pan size. Always use
cookware appropriate for the size
of the surface element.
WARNING — TO REDUCE THE RISK
OF INJURY TO PERSONS IN THE
EVENT OF A RANGE TOP GREASE
FIRE, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
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.
NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN —
You may be burned.
DO NOT USE WATER, including wet
dishcloths or towels — a violent
steam explosion will result. Use an
extinguisher ONLY if:
You know you have a Class ABC
extinguisher, and you already
know how to operate it.
The fire is small and contained in
the area where it is started.
The fire department is being
called.
You can fight the fire with your
back to an exit.
Proper installation is your
responsibility. Make sure you have
everything necessary for correct
installation. It is the responsibility of
the installer to comply with the
clearances specified.
Check the location where the
range hood will be installed. The
location should be away from
strong draft areas, such as windows,
doors, and strong heating vents.
Important: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
