Summerset SSVH-36, Manual

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IMPORTANT SAFET Y INSTRUCTIONS

-IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS -

1. 

Use this unit only in the manner 

intended by the manufacturer. (If you 

have questions, contact Summerset at 

800.966.8126)

2. 

Before servicing or cleaning this unit, 

switch power off at service panel and lock 

the panel to prevent power from being 

switched on by accident. If the service 

panel cannot be locked, securely fasten a 

prominent warning device, such as a tag, 

to the service panel.

• 

Remove all rings, watches, belt buckles, 

jewelry and any clothing with metal buttons 

or snaps to prevent damage to hood.

• 

DO NOT REMOVE HOOD FROM ITS 

ORIGINAL CARTON UNTIL YOU ARE READY 

TO INSTALL IT.

• 

When you are ready to begin the installation

• 

Process, remove the hood from its carton 

and place it on a clean soft blanket.

• 

Inspect the hood carefully for any damage or 

imperfections before you begin to install the 

hood. If any damage or imperfections exist, 

re -carton the

• 

Hood and call your dealer IMMEDIATELY. Do 

not install a damaged hood.

• 

It is highly recommended that rubber gloves 

be used to prevent scratches on the hood 

and to provide you with a firm grip.

• 

When removing the hood from the carton, 

locate the filters. The filters are not pre 

-installed in the hood. The filters are in a box 

marked filters inside the hood carton.

• 

RVH model hood series can be ducted to 

the top or the rear. Check product guide 

for additional transitions, wall caps and roof 

caps.

• 

All Summerset ventilation hoods have a 

variable speed control blower switch as well 

as a light dimmer switch.

• 

To avoid damage that will not be covered 

under warranty make sure blowers are free 

from obstructions (packing and debris) prior 

to running the blowers. Test run blowers 

before finalizing installation. Check with 

manufacturer before attempting to use 

blower systems other than Summerset Grills 

blower systems. (800.966.8126 for technical 

information). 

1. 

Never leave surface units unattended at 

high settings.

2. 

Oil-overs can cause smoking and may 

ignite. Heat oils slowly on low heat.

3. 

Always turn hood ON five minutes prior 

to cooking to begin airflow.

4.  Clean ventilation filters frequently. DO 

NOT ALLOW GREASE TO ACCUMULATE 

ON FAN OR FILTER.

5. 

Use proper pan size. Always use cookware 

appropriate for the size of the burner or 

element.

1. 

Smother the flames with a close-fitting 

lid, cooking sheet or other metal tray, and 

then turn off the burner. BE CAREFUL TO 

PREVENT BURNS. If the flames do not go 

out immediately, EVACUATE AND CALL 

THE FIRE DEPARTMENT.

2. 

NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN.

3. 

MAKE SURE YOUR VENTILATION 

SYSTEM IS COMPLETELY TURNED OFF. 

DO NOT TURN HOOD ON TO TRY AND 

EVACUATE SMOKE.

CAUTION: FOR GENERAL VENTILATION 

USE ONLY. DO NOT USE TO EXHAUST 

HAZARDOUS OR EXPLOSIVE MATERIALS 

OR VAPORS.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF 

RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE, PLEASE 

OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:

WARNING - IN THE EVENT OF RANGE TOP

GREASE FIRE, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:

SUMMERSET GRILLS HOODS ARE FOR 

RESIDENTIAL USE ONLY!

NOTE TO INSTALLER:

HANDLING PRECAUTIONS 

4.  DO NOT USE WATER, including wet 

dishcloths or towels - a violent steam 

explosion may 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 started.

• 

The fire department is being called.

• 

You can fight the fire with your back to an 

exit.