Installation Guide

Item No. 0AH-00-001 Revised: 07/24/12 (C) Copyright 2010, Universal Metal Industries, Inc.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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Value Series Range Hoods
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Warning: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT USE THIS FAN WITH ANY
SOLID-STATE SPEED CONTROL.
Warning: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRICAL 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. Before servicing or cleaning the unit, switch power to “OFF” at the service panel and lock the service, disconnecting means to prevent power from
being switched on accidentally. When service-disconnecting means cannot be locked, securely fasten a prominent warning device, such as a tag
to service panel.
Caution: For general ventilation only. Do not use to exhaust hazardous or explosive material or vapors.
Warning: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE:
A. Never leave surface units unattended at high settings. Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillover that may ignite. Heat oils slowly on low /
medium settings.
B. Always turn ON when cooking at high heat or when flambeing foods (i.e. Crepes Suzette, Cherries Jubilee, Peppercorn Beef Flambe’).
C. Clean ventilating fans frequently. Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on fan or filter.
D. Use proper pan size. Always use cookware appropriate for the size of the surface element.
Warning: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO PERSON IN THE EVENT OF A RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE,
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
A. SMOTHER FLAME with a close fitting lid, cookie sheet or metal tray, then turn burner off. BE CAREFUL TO PREVENT BURNS. IF the flames
do not go out immediately, EVACUATE AND CALL THE FIRE DEPARTMENT.
B. NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN. YOU MAY GET BURNED!
C. DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dish clothes and towels; a violent steam explosion will result.
D. Use extinguisher, ONLY if:
1. You know you have a class ABC extinguisher, and you know how to operate it.
2. The fire is small and contained in the area where it started.
3. The fire department is being called.
4. You can fight the fire with your back to an exit!
Warning: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRICAL SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSON, OBSERVE THE
FOLLOWING:
A. Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by qualified person(s) in accordance with all applicable codes and standards, including fire-
rated construction codes and standards.
B. Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion and exhausting of gases through the flue (chimney) of fuel burning equipment to prevent back
drafting. 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 Condition Engineers (ASHRAE) and the local code authorities.
C. When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage electrical wiring and other hidden utilities.
D. Ducted fans must always be vented to the outdoors.
Warning: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, USE METAL DUCTWORK ONLY!
Caution: To avoid fire, electrical shock, or injury, turn off circuit breaker to power supply before servicing. Switches are the rocker style switches.
The light switch is an “ON”, “OFF” switch. The motor switch, also a rocker style, is a 2-speed switch with a “LOW SPEED” to the left and “HIGH
SPEED” to the right. The aluminum filter should be removed frequently and washed in hot detergent water. Rinse in clear, warm water and shake off
excess moisture before replacing. The charcoal filter should not be washed, but may be wiped off periodically with a damp cloth. This filter should be
replaced every six months! In cleaning, never use scouring powder or steel wool pads, as this will mar the finish. Remove filter and motor assembly
for frequent cleaning. Clean entire hood and filter with hot water and mild household detergent. Exercise care when using cleaning agents or
detergents due to possible deterioration of electrical components of the fan. All repair work should be done by qualified personnel. Should
replacement parts be required refer to the Air-O-Hood model number and appropriate part number in all correspondence. Air-O range hoods are
either ducted or ductless. Ducted Air-O hoods, with aluminum filter come with either a round, rectangular, or EZV models (1200, 1600, 500 EZV,
1600EZV). Ductless Air-O-Hoods with charcoal filters are re-circulating models (500 EZV, 1600 EZV, or 1700). Ducted Air-O Hoods require outside
venting. When venting to the outside, make sure the duct run is as short as possible. Try to avoid the use of elbows in the duct run. Use duct tape on
all joints! Do not use a duct smaller than discharge on the hood. Discharged air must be directed to the building’s exterior.
CAUTION – To reduce the risk of fire and to properly exhaust air, be sure to duct air outside – Do not vent exhaust air
into spaces with in walls or ceilings or into attics, crawl spaces, or garages.
CAUTION – To reduce the risk of fire and electric shock, install this range hood only with Integral Blowers manufactured
by UMI for the model you have.