Installation, Use & Care Guide 30” and 36” Free-Standing Range Hood Guia de Instalación, Uso y Cuidado 30” y 36” Campana extractora Guide d’installation, utilisation et d’entretien 36” et 42” Hotte aspirante RH30WC60GS + RH36WC60GS AUG/12 316495103
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Important Safety Instructions Important Safety Instructions Read all instructions before using this appliance. Save these instructions for future references Approved for residential appliances For residential use only Do not attempt to install or operate your appliance until you have read the safety precautions in this manual. Safety items throughout this manual are labeled with a WARNING or CAUTION based on the risk type.
Important safety Instructions READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Important safety Instructions FOR GENERAL VENTILATING USE ONLY. DO NOT USE TO EXHAUST HAZARDOUS OR EXPLOSIVE MATERIALS OR VAPORS. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING: A. Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer. If you have questions, contact the manufacturer B.
Important safety Instructions - Electrical & Installation requirements READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Electrical & Installation requirements Electrical requirements IMPORTANT Before installing the hood 1. For the most effcient air flow exhaust, use a straight run or as few elbows as possible. Observe all governing codes and ordinances. It is the customer’s responsibility: To contact a quali!ed electrical installer.
List of Materials List of Materials Parts included in your hood • • • • • Hood structure assembly with blower, transition. Lamps already installed. Duct cover • Bottom. • Top.
Installing the hood Installing the hood • For the most eficient air flow exhaust, use a straight run or as few elbows as possible. Vent unit to outside of building and recirculating. • On avarage 2 to 3 hours are necessary to complete installation (without considering cut to be done on wall and or on cabinet, installation of ducts , conduit and electrical connections to the mains).
Installing the hood Examples of possible ducting Roof pitch w/ flashing and cap Pipe Pipe Transition Transition Sidewalk cap w/ gravity damper Vertical discharge Deflector Pipe Transition Recirculating Ductwork installation guidelines Ductwork and wiring locations For safety reasons, ducting should vent directly outdoors (not into an attic, underneath the house, into the garage or into any enclosed space). Keep duct runs as short and straight as possible.
Installing the hood Mounting the duct cover bracket Ceiling ducting The duct bracket should be installed against the back wall and flush with the ceiling. This bracket will hold the telescopic duct cover in place at the top If the duct will vent straight up to the ceiling: • Use level to draw a line straight up, from the centerline on the template to the ceiling. • Measure at least 4 -3/4 ” from the back wall to the circle center of an 8-½” hole on the ceiling.
Installing the hood Install supporInstall framing for hood support Mounting the hood • Install the 8” round transition as shows the image below. The installation screws and the 8” round transition are included on the hood package. • If drywall is present, mark the screw hole locations. Remove the template. Cut away enough drywall to expose 2 vertical studs at the holes location indicated by the template.
Installing the hood • Mark “lower” wood screw holes locations in the wall using a pencil. • • • • • Remove the hood. Drive “lower” wood screws, by hand. Remove screws. Mount the hood onto the “upper” screws. Drive and tighten the “upper” wood screws, by hand. Drive and tighten the “lower” wood screws, by hand.
Installing the hood Connecting the ductwork • • • • Air deflector installation Install ductwork, making connections in the direction of airflow as illustrated. Push duct over the exhaust outlet. Wrap all duct joints and the flange connections with duct tape for an airtight seal. Make the same connection in the wall or ceiling vent exit. (Recirculating accessories) • Assemble the air deflector with the duct cover bracket with 4 assembly screws provided as shown.
Installing the hood Metal electrical conduit Making the electrical connections Electrical Shock Hazard Warning: Turn off at the service panel before wiring this unit. 120 V AC, 15 or 20 Amp circuit required. ELECTRICAL GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS THIS APPLIANCE IS FITTED WITH AN ELECTRICAL JUNCTION BOX WITH À WIRES, ONE OF WHICH ôGREEN/YELLOWÈ SERVES TO GROUND THE APPLIANCE.
Control buttons Mounting the duct cover • • • • • Secure the bottom of the duct with 2 assembly screws provided. Position the duct cover over the mounted hood. Slide the bottom of the duct onto the glass area. Position the top of the duct over the duct mounting bracket. If a telescopic duct cover is used, grab the upper part of the telescopic duct cover, pull it and place it in the duct cover mounting bracket. Secure the top of the duct with 2 assembly screws provided.
Features Blower and light controls Lamp housings Grease Filter Handle Grease Filter Canopy Duct cover • Top • Bottom 7. Louver holes (User for Recirculating accessories) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
Control buttons Control buttons This hood is equipped with an electronic motor and lamp control. The control is able to set 4 diferent fan speeds, turn ON/OFF light and has a timer function. • • • In the following drawing are described the main key functions. • 5. “ • 1. Light Button • • Press lamp button to turn ON the light (Lamp state previously OFF). Press lamp button to turn OFF the light (Lamp state previously ON). • • • 2.
Control buttons - Special functions Special functions Clock programming • • • • • • The clock can be reprogrammed at any time except during an active timed function. The clock can be displayed in a twelve hour format and valid clock times are from 1:00 to 12:59. The clock can be reprogrammed pressing the “Timer” button for 5 seconds, and after, the clock can be adjusted with the “ ” and “ ” buttons. Colon “:” will flash indicating clock programming mode.
Care and cleaning For Best results • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Continuous use of the fan system while cooking helps keep the kitchen comfortable and less humid. It also reduces cooking odors and soiling moisture that create a frequent need for cleaning. Turn the blower on before starting to cook. Use a rear burner when browning or pan frying meat. Open a window or inside door slightly. Clean the filters and the wall behind the filters frequently.
Care and cleaning Care and Cleaning Lights The frequency of cleaning depends on the amount and type of cooking. • Do not use the ventilating system without the surfaces. Always unplug or disconnect the appliance from the power supply before servicing. Before replacing the lamps, switch power off at service panel and lock service panel disconnecting means to prevent power from being switched on accidentally. NOTE: Turn off the lights and fan. Allow the lights to cool before handling.
Clear and Cleaning Optional Charcoal Filters If the model is not vented to the outside, the air will be recirculated through disposable charcoal filters that help remove smoke and odors. The charcoal filters cannot be cleaned. They must be replaced. The charcoal filters are clipped inside of each metal grease filter (mounting instructions included with charcoal filters kit). The charcoal filters should be replaced every 4-6 months (depending on hood usage).
Warranty Information Your appliance is covered by a one year limited warranty. For one year from your original date of purchase, Electrolux will pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this appliance that prove to be defective in materials or workmanship when such appliance is installed, used and maintained in accordance with the provided instructions. Exclusions This warranty does not cover the following: 1.
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