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READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRI-
CAL SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS,
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
1. Use this unit only in the manner intended
by the manufacturer. If you have ques-
tions, contact the manufacturer at the
address or telephone number listed in the
warranty.
2. Before servicing or cleaning unit, switch
power off at service panel and lock ser-
vice panel to prevent power from being
switched on accidentally. When the ser-
vice disconnecting means cannot be
locked, securely fasten a prominent warn-
ing device, such as a tag, to the service
panel.
3. Installation work and electrical wiring must
be done by a qualified person(s) in accor-
dance with all applicable codes and stan-
dards, including fire-rated construction
codes and standards.
4. Sufficient air is needed for proper com-
bustion and exhausting of gases through
the flue (chimney) of fuel burning equip-
ment to prevent backdrafting. Follow the
heating equipment manufacturer’s guide-
lines and safety standards such as those
published by the National Fire Protection
Association (NFPA), and the American So-
ciety for Heating, Refrigeration and Air
Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), and the
local code authorities.
5. When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling,
do not damage electrical wiring and other
hidden utilities.
6. Ducted fans must always be vented to the
outdoors.
7. Do not use this unit with any solid-state
speed control device.
8. To reduce the risk of fire, use only metal
ductwork.
9. This unit must be grounded.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A RANGE TOP
GREASE FIRE:
A. 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.
B. Always turn hood ON when cooking at high heat
or when cooking flaming foods.
C. Clean ventilating fans frequently. Grease should
not be allowed to accumulate on fan or filter.
D. Use proper pan size. Always use cookware
appropriate for the size of the surface element.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO PER-
SONS IN THE EVENT OF A RANGE TOP
GREASE FIRE, OBSERVE THE FOLLOW-
ING:*
1. 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 imme-
diately, EVACUATE AND CALL THE FIRE
DEPARTMENT.
2. NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN - You
may be burned.
3. DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dish-
cloths or towels - violent steam explosion
will result.
4. Use an extinguisher ONLY if:
A. You know you have a Class ABC ex-
tinguisher and you already know how
to operate it.
B. The fire is small and contained in the
area where it started.
C. The fire department is being called.
D. You can fight the fire with your back to
an exit.
* Based on “Kitchen Fire Safety Tips” pub-
lished by NFPA.
CAUTION
1. For general ventilating use only. Do not use
to exhaust hazardous or explosive mate-
rials and vapors.
2. To avoid motor bearing damage and noisy
and/or unbalanced impellers, keep drywall
spray, construction dust, etc. off power unit.
3. Your hood motor has a thermal overload
which will automatically shut off the motor
if it becomes overheated. The motor will
restart when it cools down. If the motor
continues to shut off and restart, have the
hood serviced.
4. For best capture of cooking impurities, the
bottom of the hood should be a minimum of
24" and a maximum of 30" above the cook-
ing surface.
5. Two installers are recommended because
of the large size and weight of this hood.
6. Please read specification label on product
for further information and requirements.
