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Use and Care Information
The retractable downdraft vent system is designed to remove smoke, cooking vapors and odors from the cooktop area.
For the best results, the vent should be operating before cooking is started. If you use large or tall utensils, place them
on the large rear element or burner surface. A higher heat setting than normally used may be needed when the
downdraft vent is operating.
WARNING — To reduce the risk of fire or electrical
shock, do not use this fan with any solid-state speed
control device.
WARNING — TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,
ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS,
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
Use this unit only in the manner intended by the
manufacturer. If you have questions, contact the
manufacturer. Before servicing or cleaning unit,
switch power off at service panel and lock switch
power off at service panel and lock service panel 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.
CAUTION: For general ventilating use only. Do not
use to exhaust hazardous or explosive materials and
vapors.
WARNING — TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A RANGE
TOP GREASE FIRE:
Keep fan, filters and grease-laden surfaces clean.
Always turn hood ON when cooking at high heat.
Use high range settings on range only when
necessary. Heat oil slowly on low to medium setting.
Don’t leave range unattended when cooking.
Always use cookware and utensils appropriate for
the type and amount of food being prepared.
WARNING — TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO
PERSONS IN THE EVENT OF A RANGE TOP GREASE
FIRE, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
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 immediately, EVACUATE
AND CALL THE FIRE DEPARTMENT.
NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN — You may be
burned.
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 ABC 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 called.
You can fight the fire with your back to an exit.
Operating downdraft vent
Push and hold for a few seconds
the button on top of downdraft
vent. This slight delay prevents
raising the vent during cleaning.
Retractable section of downdraft
vent will rise and blower will
begin to vent. Turn knob on side
of downdraft vent to adjust the
setting to the amount of venting
you need. The knob has infinite
settings. Place cooking utensils
on cooking surface and turn
cooking unit on. When cooking is
complete, turn cooking unit off,
remove utensils from cooking
surface, and push button on top
of retractable downdraft vent.
The blower will turn off and the
retractable section of the vent will
return to the closed position.
If a spill occurs on the cooktop
that allows liquids to seep inside
the downdraft, you must turn the
downdraft off immediately. It is
possible to cause damage to the
downdraft if water is allowed
inside the downdraft while it is
operating.
• Immediately turn OFF the
downdraft at the speed control
located on the right-hand side
of the downdraft.
• Turn OFF the power supply to
the downdraft at the circuit
breaker box or fuse box.
• Allow plenty of time for the
downdraft to dry naturally. Do
not open the downdraft to
remove the water.
Cleaning
Surface of downdraft vent: Clean
with soap and water. Do Not use
scouring powder or abrasive
solutions.
Filter or filters (depending on
model): Frequently remove and
clean the filters in the retractable
section of the downdraft vent.
This will improve the operating
efficiency of the downdraft vent
system.
1. Remove the filter(s) and clean
them in the dishwasher or in a
hot detergent solution.
Do Not use the downdraft vent
when the filter(s) is not in place.
2. Reinstall the clean filter(s),
making sure that they are pushed
in as far as they will go.
Note: Downdraft vent will not
operate if filter(s) is not in proper
position. If the handle(s) is not
fully locked, the vent may retract
but not raise back up.
