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The installation in this manual is intended for qualified installers, service technicians or
persons with similar qualified background. Installation and electrical wiring must be done by
qualified professionals and in accordance with all applicable codes and standards, including
fire-rated construction.
• DO NOT
attempt to install this appliance yourself. Injury could result from installing the unit
due to lack of appropriate electrical and technical background.
• Range hood may have very sharp edges; please wear protective gloves if it is necessary to
remove any parts for installing, cleaning or servicing.
• Activating any switch ON before completing installation may cause ignition or an explosion.
•
Due to the size and weight of this range hood, two-person installation is recommended.
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons:
• For general ventilating use only. DO NOT use to exhaust hazardous or explosive materials
and vapors.
•
The combustion air flow needed for safe operation of fuel-burning equipment may be affected
by this unit’s operation. 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 of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE),
and the local code authorities.
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Before servicing or cleaning unit, switch power OFF at service panel and lock service panel
to prevent 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 and/or garages.
• Ducted fans MUST always be vented to the outdoors.
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Use only metal ductwork and this unit MUST be grounded.
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Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion and exhausting of gases through the duct to
prevent back drafting.
• When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, be careful not to damage electrical wiring or other
hidden utilities.
• All electrical wiring must be properly installed, insulated and grounded.
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Old duct work should be cleaned or replaced if necessary to avoid the possibility of a grease
fire.
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Check all joints on duct work to insure proper connection and all joints should be properly
taped.
•
Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer. If you have questions, contact
the vendor.
To reduce the risk of a stove top grease fire:
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Keep all fans, spacers, filters, grease tunnels, oil containers and grease-laden surfaces
clean. Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on fan, baffle, spaces, filter, grease
tunnel and oil container.
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Always turn range hood ON when cooking at high heat or when cooking foods that produce
flames.
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Use high settings on cooking range only when necessary.
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Never leave surface units unattended at high settings. Boil overs cause smoking and greasy
spillovers that may ignite. Heat oils slowly on low or medium settings.
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