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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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INTENDED FOR DOMESTIC COOKING ONLY.
!
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR
INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
1. Use this unit only in the manner intended by the
manufacturer. If you have questions, contact the
manufacturer at the address listed in the warranty.
2. Before servicing or cleaning unit, switch power o
ff
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.
3. Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by a
quali
fi
ed person(s) in accordance with all applicable codes
and standards, including
fi
re-rated codes and standards.
4. Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion and
exhausting of gases through the
fl
ue (chimney) of fuel
burning equipment to prevent backdrafting. Follow the
heating equipment manufacturer’s guideline and safety
standards such as those published by the National Fire
Protection Association (NFPA), and the American Society
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. To reduce the risk of
fi
re or electric shock, do not use this
range hood with an additional speed control device.
7. Ducted fans must always be vented to the outdoors.
8. To reduce the risk of
fi
re, use only metal ductwork.
9. This unit must be grounded.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE:
1. 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.
2. Always turn hood ON when cooking at high heat or when
cooking
fl
aming foods.
3. Clean ventilating fans frequently. Grease should not be
allowed to accumulate on fan or
fi
lter.
4. 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:*
1. SMOTHER FLAMES with a close-
fi
tting lid, cookie sheet,
or metal tray, then turn o
ff
the burner. BE CAREFUL TO
PREVENT BURNS. If the
fl
ames do not go out immediately,
EVACUATE AND CALL THE FIRE DEPARTMENT.
2. NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN - You may be burned.
3. DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dishcloths or towels
- a violent steam explosion will result.
4. Use an extinguisher ONLY if:
A. You know you have a Class ABC extinguisher and you
already know how to operate it.
B. The
fi
re is small and contained in the area where it
started.
C. The
fi
re department is being called.
D. You can
fi
ght the
fi
re with your back to an exit.
* Based on “Kitchen Fire safety Tips” published by NFPA.
CAUTION
1. For general ventilating use only. Do not use to exhaust
hazardous or explosive materials and vapors.
2. To avoid motor bearing damage and noisy and/or
unbalanced impellers, keep drywall spray, construction
dust, etc. o
ff
power unit.
3. For best capture of cooking impurities, your range hood
should be mounted so that the top of the hood is 18-24”
above the cooking surface.
4. Use only with range hood cord-connection kits that have
been investigated and found acceptable for use with this
model range hood.
5. Please read speci
fi
cation label on product for further
information and requirements.
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NOTE
If hood is to be installed Non-Ducted:
Purchase non-ducted
fi
lters and attach them to the
aluminum mesh
fi
lters
“Non-ducted Filters” available by calling
1-844-553-6667
