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Important Safety Notice

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WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, USE ONLY METAL DUCTWORK.
NOT FOR USE IN OUTDOOR COOKING ENVIRONMENTS.

CAUTION

To reduce risk of fi re and to properly exhaust air outside - Do not vent exhaust air into spaces within walls, ceilings,
attics, crawl spaces or garages.

OPERATION

Always leave safety grilles and fi lters in place. Without these components, operating blowers could catch onto hair, fi ngers 
and loose clothing.

The manufacturer declines all responsibility in the event of failure to observe the instructions given here for installation, 
maintenance and suitable use of the product. The manufacturer further declines all responsibility for injury due to 
negligence and the warranty of the unit automatically expires due to improper maintenance.

*NOTE: Please check www.windcrestcnp.com for revisions before doing any custom work.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

Important:

Observe all governing codes and ordinances.

It is the customer’s responsibility:
-  To contact a qualifi ed electrical installer.
-  To assure that the electrical installation is adequate and in conformance with National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 

latest edition* or CSA standards C22.1-94, Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1 and C22.2 No.0-M91 - latest edition** and 
all local codes and ordinances.

If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is recommended that a qualifi ed electrician determine that the 
ground path is adequate.

Do not ground to a gas pipe.

Check with a qualifi ed electrician if you are not sure the range hood is properly grounded.

Do not have a fuse in the neutral or ground circuit.

*National Fire Protection Association Batterymarch Park, Quincy, Massachusetts 02269
** CSA International 8501 East Pleasant Valley Road, Cleveland, Ohio 44131-5575

This appliance requires a 120V 60Hz electrical supply and connected to an individual properly grounded branch circuit 
protected by a 15 or 20 ampere circuit breaker or time delay fuse.  Wiring must be 2 wire with ground.  Please also refer to 
Electrical Diagram on product.

A cable locking connector (not supplied) might also be required by local codes.  Check with local requirements, purchase 
and install appropriate connector if necessary.

PCG36S & PCG42S - MAX 400 Watts,  3.3 Amps

Summary of Contents for PCG36S

Page 1: ...Use Care and Installation Guide Model number Serial Number Date of Purchase Sales Dealer MAR12 0401 Copyright 2011 CNP Industries Inc READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS www windcrestcnp com PCG36S PCG42S ...

Page 2: ...www windcrestcnp com ...

Page 3: ...e 6 Ducting Options 7 Hood Specifications 8 Mounting the Hood 9 12 FEATURES CONTROLS Touch Controls 13 Charcoal Filter Change Reminder 14 Mesh Filter Clean Reminder 15 MAINTENANCE Hood and Filter Cleaning 16 Lights 17 TROUBLESHOOTING 18 WIRING DIAGRAMS 19 LIST OF PARTS AND ACCESSORIES 20 Table of Contents ...

Page 4: ...ONS IN THE EVENT OF A RANGE TOP 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 towels a violent steam explosion will result d...

Page 5: ...ller To assure that the electrical installation is adequate and in conformance with National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 latest edition or CSA standards C22 1 94 Canadian Electrical Code Part 1 and C22 2 No 0 M91 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 adeq...

Page 6: ...wer pre installed 1 Canopy glass 2 Stainless steel mesh filters 2 50W GU 10 halogen lights 1 6 round damper pre installed MODELS PCG36S PCG42S PARTS SUPPLIED HARDWARE PACKAGE CONTENTS PARTS NOT SUPPLIED Ducting conduit and all installation tools Cable connector if required by local codes Duct cover extension accessory Recirculating kit accessory 4 3 16 x 8 canopy screws A B Front of Hood C L Cut O...

Page 7: ...lent number length x used 6 8 Round wall cap with damper 30 Ft x Ft Round wall cap with damper 30 Ft x Ft 7 or 8 Round 900 elbow 15 Ft x Ft 7 or 8 7 or 8 Round 450 elbow 9 Ft x Ft Ft Ft Ft 6 8 Round roof cap 30 Ft x Ft 7 or 8 Round roof cap 30 Ft x Ft Subtotal column 2 Subtotal column 1 Total ductwork Maximum Duct Length For satisfactory air movement the total duct length of a 3 1 4 x 10 rectangul...

Page 8: ...oods mounted too low could result in heat damage and fire hazard while hoods mounted too high will be hard to reach and will loose its performance and efficiency If available also refer to range manufacturer s height clearance requirements and recommended hood mounting height above range Always check your local codes for any differences Duct cover extension kit available for ceiling heights up to ...

Page 9: ...nstallations require an accessory kit Turn to page 20 for part number and ordering information Use single wall rigid Metal ductwork only Fasten all connections with sheet metal screws and tape all joints w certified Silver Tape or Duct Tape Some Ducting Options Installation Ducting Options side wall cap w gravity damper Soffit or crawl space Roof Pitch w Flashing Cap ductless recirculating blower ...

Page 10: ...T SIDE TOP of HOOD TOP SUPPORT FRAME top view 11 1 4 Min Ducted 28 Min Recirc 32 Maximum 50 11 2 3 16 135 top of electrical box 23 1 16 35 7 16 or 42 24 1 4 4 13 16 1 11 16 C L 6 Bottom of HOOD 24 7 16 9 3 8 4 5 16 7 1 2 12 5 8 15 3 4 8 1 4 4 1 8 8 1 4 3 4 9 C L ...

Page 11: ... B Do not completely tighten screws leave approx 1 4 exposed 2 Hood Preparation Remove screws securing top and bottom support frames together Adjust support frame to accommodate the desired hood height and re assemble the frame using the previously removed screws 2 screws for each support frame arm FIG A 2 3 1 2 6 5 4 Ceiling Joists Wood Blocking Top Support Frame Bottom Support Frame Hood Body Ca...

Page 12: ...g Tighten all screws 1 3 The support frame has cut off arms to allow for swinging the lower grid into position with the upper grid Once the grids are set into position add the lateral support brackets to the two top support frame cut off arms and their corresponding bottom support frame arms Secure lateral support brackets using 12 M4 x 8 sheet metal screws FIG C 4 For added stability taller hood ...

Page 13: ...installed mounting screws on top of blower housing FIG A 5 on Page 9 with the 4 key holes on the bottom of the support frame FIG H Slide hood towards the narrow end of key holes to lock in place Hand tighten each of the 4 screws to secure hood to bottom of support frame Install 1 4mm x 12mm long safety screw into bottom support frame to further secure the hood FIG H 1 Reinstall mesh filters 10 Ins...

Page 14: ...4 Assemble bottom duct covers together over top duct covers using 3 M3 x 6 screws on each side Bottom duct covers will rest on top of the hood body FIG J 3 15 Insert the 2 thin trim pieces into left and right seams of bottom duct covers 1 on each side FIG J 4 16 Insert the 2 thick trim pieces into left and right seams of top duct covers 1 on each side FIG J 5 Note Because less of the top duct cove...

Page 15: ...f is used for programmed shut down of blower and lights 15 minutes after the function is activated Press once and a dot will appear in the lower right side of the Display indicating the function is on The hood will change to Speed 1 and shut down after 15 minutes Lights Normal Dim Off Switch lights on to Normal by pressing once again to Dim and again to switch Off 1 2 3 4 Display Displays blower s...

Page 16: ...n charcoal filter replacements are needed C Setting the Filter Change Reminder When off hold for approximately 5 seconds The display will change from exhaust mode to recirculating mode this indicates that the elapse timer function is switched on and charcoal filters are used Filter Replace Indicator When the display starts flashing the charcoal filters need to be replaced Re setting Function Once ...

Page 17: ...sive soap or in a dishwasher Heavily soiled filters should also be soaked in grease cutting detergent prior to cleaning Metal Filter Clean Indicator When flashes on display the metal filters installed are required to be cleaned This will occur after every 30 hours of use Re setting Function Reset the filter clean reminder timer when filters are cleaned and re installed with hood off Press and hold...

Page 18: ...lean cotton cloth and with the grain Do not use any product containing chlorine bleach Do not use orange cleaners Stainless Steel Mesh Filters The stainless steel mesh filters installed by the factory are intended to filter out residue and grease from cooking They need not be replaced on a regular basis but are required to be kept clean Remove and clean by hand or in dishwasher on low heat Spray d...

Page 19: ...hot Remove by turning bulb counter clockwise Note Bulb does not unscrew it turns 60 degrees stops and falls out If bulbs are difficult to turn due to prolonged use firmly attach a glass suction cup provided or use a rubber latex glove and turn counter clockwise Replacement bulbs are available at specialty lighting stores Purchase type GU 10 50W halogen For part numbers please turn to page 20 of th...

Page 20: ...The unit is vibrating 1 The motor is not secure in place 1 Tighten the motor in place 2 Damaged blower wheel 2 Replace the blower 3 The hood is not secured in place 3 Check the installation of the hood 4 The switch board or control board is defective 4 Change defective part The motor is working but the lights are not 1 Defective halogen bulb 1 Change the halogen bulb 2 The light bulb is loose 2 Ti...

Page 21: ...19 Wiring Diagrams Wiring diagram label located through metal mesh filter opening on under side of unit body ...

Page 22: ...50W each 11690 00 Metal Mesh Filter each 11692 00 Replacement Charcoal Filter each CF11688 00 Suction Cup S11557 00 Optional Accessories Recirculating Kit RECKITPCG Duct Cover Extension up to 12 ceiling 12PCGEXT To order parts visit us online at www windcrestcnp com or call us at 1 877 387 6721 ...

Page 23: ... agency or use of unauthorized parts 2 Service visits to teach you how to use the appliance 3 Correct installation related problems you are responsible for providing electrical wiring and other connection items 4 Reset circuit breakers or replace fuses 5 Damage caused by abuse accident alteration misuse and local code violations 6 Failure due to other than normal house use You may also write to us...

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