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Installation Guide 

and Users Manual

Wall Mount Range Hood

168/198 Series Wall Mount Range Hood

IMPORTANT:

Read and save these instructions.

NOTICE:

Installer:

 Leave this guide with the homeowner

Homeowner:

 Keep this guide for future reference

Suitable for:

Standard Class 

“R” Class

“E” Class

“SP” Class

Rev. 1016u.5a

 

Summary of Contents for 198 Series

Page 1: ...e Hood 168 198 Series Wall Mount Range Hood IMPORTANT Read and save these instructions NOTICE Installer Leave this guide with the homeowner Homeowner Keep this guide for future reference Suitable for Standard Class R Class E Class SP Class Rev 1016u 5a ...

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Page 3: ...rities Before servicing or cleaning unit switch power OFF at service panel and lock service panel to pre vent power from being switched ON accidentally Clean grease laden surfaces frequently To reduce the risk of fire and to disperse air properly make sure to vent air outside DO NOT vent exhaust into spaces between walls crawl spaces ceiling attics or garages Ducted fans MUST always be vented to t...

Page 4: ...go out immediately EVACUATE AND CALL THE FIRE DEPARTMENT or dial your local emergency service immediately 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 A B C 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...

Page 5: ...uirements 5 Mount heights clearance 5 6 Calculating vent system length 6 Venting methods ductless conversion 7 Charcoal filters electrical requirements 8 Preparation 9 Installation 10 12 Range hood operations 13 22 USE AND CARE Troubleshooting 23 Use and care information 24 Specifications 24 MAINTENANCE Cleaning 25 Replacing filter light bulb 25 26 WARRANTY Coverage exceptions 27 Disclaimer contac...

Page 6: ... Card 1 Set 5mm x 16mm Screw with Washer 4 Set 4mm x 16mm Tapping Screw 6 Pcs 4mm x 10mm Tapping Screw 16 Pcs Optional Toggle Bolt with Tapping Screw for Air Diverter 2 Set Optional Screw for Charcoal Filter 3 Pcs SS Panel Baffle or Aluminum Filter s Lower standard chimney Upper standard chimney Flexible Duct Tube Optional Flappers Parts supplied Range Hood vary with model Remote Control Optional ...

Page 7: ...coun 2 tertop stove recommend 28 to 31 Distance between the countertop stove 3 to the range hood Height of hood and duct cover 4 For the most efficient quiet operation A distance of 28 to 31 is recommended between stove top and the bottom of range hood It is recommended that the range hood be vented vertically through the roof through 6 15 2 cm or bigger round metal aluminum vent work The size of ...

Page 8: ... to hood bottom should be no higher than 31 inch It is important to install the hood at the proper mounting height Hoods 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 stove top manufacturer s height clearance requirements and recommended hood mounting height abo...

Page 9: ...s conversion is intended for applications where an exhaust duct work is not possible to be installed When converted the hood functions as a purifying hood rather than an exhaust hood Fumes and exhaust from cooking is drawn and filtered by a set of charcoal filters The air is then purified and re circulated back within the home We recommend to ALWAYS exhaust air outside of the home by employing exi...

Page 10: ...t be connected with copper wire plug only Always use plug provided If not possible connect three wires ac cording to its color black to hot white to neutral and green to ground to house wires and cap with wire connectors Wire sizes copper wire only and connections must conform with the rating of the appliance as specified on the model serial rating label Wire sizes must conform to the requirements...

Page 11: ...upport mounting bracket holes vent cutout if used and power supply cable cutout 4 on the ceiling Use drill and saber saw or keyhole saw to cut openings for power supply cable and vent see Venting requirements and Electrical requirements Pages 5 8 If venting to the outside install vent system see 5 Venting Methods Page 7 Use caulking to seal exterior wall or roof openings Disconnect main electrical...

Page 12: ...chimney mount ing bracket must be placed directly above and align with the two body hooks see Figure 2 Drill two more holes with di ameter not exceeding 5 8 and insert two toggle bolts Secure the chimney mount ing bracket with two 4mm x 16mm Tapping Screws as shown in Figure 2 Be sure to use appropriate an chors for your wall Use four sets of 5mm x 16mm Screw with Washer to install the body hooks ...

Page 13: ...hooks onto the hood Then hang the hood on the wall and tighten the screws CAUTION MAKE SURE the range hood is secure before releasing Figure 4 Install Aluminum Duct Tube as shown in Figure 5A In 5 stallation of charcoal filter during this step is also recom mended please see Charcoal Filter Installation on Page 8 Figure 5B Figure 5A Air Divertor Safety Filter Charcoal Filter Installation Continued...

Page 14: ...our 4mm x 10mm Tapping Screws to secure the upper chimney onto the chimney mounting bracket or the optional air diverter Finally secure the lower chimney to the hood body by using two 4mm x 10mm Tapping Screws Page 12 Figure 7A Figure 7B Air Divertor Upper Chimney has vent ing holes Lower Chimney Chimney Mounting Bracket Upper Chimney has vent ing holes Lower Chimney 4 x 10 Screw 4 x 10 Screw 4 x ...

Page 15: ...vious speed mode will cancel Press the Light Switch to power on the lights CAUTION DO NOT touch the lights until switched OFFand cooled Turn Off Press the Power Switch to turn off the power Press the Light Switch to power off the lights SV168 198 Series Standard Class 3 Speed Mechanical Control NOTE Wiring Diagrams shown above with GU10 light configuration A transformer is required for MR16 Lights...

Page 16: ...te timer then flash for three seconds While flashing the timer can be adjusted by 1 minute increments with the default set at 15 minutes from as short as 1 minute to as long as 99 minutes After the desired setting has been achieved the Speed Timer Indicator will return to fan speed mode and Power Off Delay Control button will flash until power OFF after a few seconds Changing speed does not affect...

Page 17: ... operating press the button once the Speed Timer Indicator will display a 15 minute timer then flash for three seconds While flashing the timer can be adjusted by 1 minute increments by pressing button and 1 minute decrements by pressing button with the default set at 15 minutes from as short as 1 minute to as long as 99 minutes After the desired setting has been achieved the Speed Timer Indicator...

Page 18: ...Page 16 Range Hood Operations Wiring Diagram Continued SV168 198 Series R Class Wiring Diagram NOTE Wiring Diagrams shown above with GU10 light configuration A transformer is required for MR16 Lights ...

Page 19: ...time reached 30 hours then the Cleaning Reminder Indicator C flashes and reminds user to clean the aluminum filter After cleaning the filter and when the motor is not in use press and hold Increase Value button over 3 seconds to reset the timer Please note that turning off the system will not reset the Power On Elapsed Timer Adjusting the blower motor speed Press Power button once to turn on the s...

Page 20: ...once to turn on the lights and once again to turn off the lights While the lights are off press and hold Light button for over 3 seconds to dim the lights from high to low Level of brightness will be stored in system s memory CAUTION DO NOT touch the lights until switched OFFand cooled Note Light settings are independent from other settings including power off delay and lights has to be manually t...

Page 21: ...ns Wiring Diagram Continued SV168 198 Series E Class Wiring Diagram 4 Speed NOTE Wiring Diagrams shown above with GU10 light configuration A transformer is required for MR16 Lights SV168 198 Series E Class Wiring Diagram 6 Speed ...

Page 22: ...y off function Power Off Delay Timer Indicator Lights up when auto shutdown delay timer function is on Controls Automatic cleaning reminder This range hood is equipped with a cleaning reminder that will activate following 30 hours of use When blower motor starts to rotate cumulative running time will be shown in Power On Elapsed Digital Timer This timer icon flashes when 30 hours is up and reminds...

Page 23: ...to turn on the lights and once again to turn off the lights While the lights are off press and hold Light button for over 3 seconds to dim the lights from low to high Level of brightness will be stored in system s memory CAUTION DO NOT touch the lights until switched OFFand cooled Note Light settings are independent from other settings including power off delay and lights has to be manually turned...

Page 24: ...Page 22 Wiring Diagram SV168 198 Series E Class Wiring Diagram 6 Speed with GU10 Bulb ...

Page 25: ... cir cular flapper is not installed correctly or opening properly A tight mesh on a side wall cap unit might also cause restriction to the air flow The lights work but the blower is not spinning at all 4 is stuck or is rattling The blower might be jammed or scraping the bot tom due to shipping damage Please contact us im mediately The hood is not venting out properly 5 Make sure the distance betwe...

Page 26: ... Without these components operating blowers could catch on to hair fingers and loose clothing NEVER dispose cigarette ashes ignitable substances or any foreign objects into blowers NEVER leave cooking unattended When frying oil in the pan can easily overheat and catch fire The risk of self combustion is higher when the oil has been used several times NEVER cook on open flames under the range hood ...

Page 27: ...rface and cause rusting DO NOT allow salt solutions disinfectants bleaches or cleaning compounds to remain in contact with stainless steel for extended periods Many of these compounds contain chemicals which may be harmful Rinse with water after ex posure and wipe dry with a clean cloth Cleaning Aluminum Grease Filter Stainless Steel Panel or Baffle Filter The aluminum filters fitted by the factor...

Page 28: ...ulling in the direction of wavy arrow Do not touch the new light bulb with bare hands Reverse the steps to install a new halogen light bulb Turn ON breaker and range hood to test for operation Replacing MR16 GU10 Type Halogen Light Bulb This range hood uses halogen bulb please refer to the actual specification of the hood purchased USA Canada 35W Type MR16 12V Type GU10 120V Europe and other Count...

Page 29: ...nsumable parts such as light bulbs metal and charcoal filters The natural wear of finish and wear due to improper maintenance use of corrosive and abrasive cleaning products pads and oven cleaner products Chips dents or cracks due to abuse misuse freight damage or improper installation Damage of product caused by accident fire floods or act of God The manufacturer and or distributor reseller is no...

Page 30: ...ing fee of 15 will be charged for all approved return s Exchanges or returns may not be accepted if any packaging is missing Make sure to inspect the hood for damages and defects before installation Appearance flaws of the hood found after installation and not affecting hood performance is not covered under our warranty for returns or exchang es Service visits not covered under warranty will carry...

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