Installation

If you receive a damaged product, immediately contact your dealer or builder. Do not install or use a damaged hood.Make sure that the range hood has been properly installed and grounded by a qualified installer according to the accompanying installation instructions. Have the installer show you the location of the fuse or junction box so that you know where and how to turn the power off.Do not install, repair or replace any part of the range hood unless specifically recommended in the literature accompanying it. A qualified service technician should perform all other service.Do not tamper with the controls.If the cooktop and range hood are near a window, use an appropriate window treatment. Avoid long drapes or other window coverings that could blow over the cooktop and hood, resulting in a fire hazard.The minimum vertical distance between the cooktop surface and the exterior part of the hood must be no less than 26" (66 cm). The required vertical distance may be longer for the range or cooktop being used. Consult the range or cooktop installation instructions for the minimum vertical distance from the appliance being used.Do not mount in a fire-rated wall.To Reduce The Risk Of Fire Or Electric Shock, Do Not Use This Fan With Any Solid-State Speed Control Device.

Operation

To avoid the possibility of explosion or fire, do not store or use combustible, flammable or explosive vapors and liquids (such as gasoline) inside or in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. Also keep items that could explode, such as aerosol cans, away from cooktop burners, ovens and range hoods. Do not store flammable or explosive materials in adjacent cabinets or areas.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 the power off at the service panel and lock the service panel door to prevent the power from being switched on accidentally. When the service panel door cannot be locked, securely fasten a prominent warning device, such as a tag, to the service panel.Use the range hood only for its intended purpose as outlined in this manual. DO NOT use this range hood to vent hazardous or explosive materials or vapors. If you have questions, contact the manufacturer.Never allow the filters to become blocked or clogged. Do not allow foreign objects, such as cigarettes or napkins, to be sucked into the hood.Always run the fan(s) whenever the cooktop is operating.Do not leave children alone or unattended in the area where the cooktop and range hood are in use. Never allow children to sit or stand on an appliance. Do not let children play with a range, cooktop or range hood. Do not store items of interest to children above or around the cooktop, range or range hood.To reduce the risk of a range-top grease fire:Never leave surface units unattended at high settings. Boil-overs cause smoking and greasy spill-overs that may ignite. Heat oils slowly on low or medium settings.Always turn the hood ON when cooking at high heat or when flambéing food (i.e. Crepes Suzette, Cherries Jubilee, Peppercorn Beef Flambé).Clean the ventilating fans frequently. Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on the fan or filter.Use the proper pan size. Always use cookware appropriate for the size of the surface element.TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO PERSONS IN THE EVENT OF A RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE: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 dish cloths or towels - a violent steam explosion may result.Use a fire extinguisher ONLY if: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.THIS IS A FAN – NOT A TOY!TO REDUCE THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY AND ELECTRIC SHOCK, IT SHOULD NOT BE PLAYED WITH OR PLACED WHERE SMALL CHILDREN CAN REACH IT.Do not operate any fan with a damaged cord or plug. Discard fan or return to an authorized service facility for examination and/or repair.Do not run cord under carpeting. Do not cover cord with throw rugs, runners, or similar coverings. Do not route cord under furniture or appliances. Arrange cord away from traffic area and where it will not be tripped over.

Maintenance

To avoid the risk of electric shock, before servicing the range hood, switch the power off at the fuse or junction box and lock the electrical panel door to prevent the power from being switched on accidentally. When the electrical panel cannot be locked, securely fasten a prominent warning device, such as a tag, to the service panel.To avoid the risk of electric shock, before cleaning the range hood, turn off the main power switch.TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:Before servicing or cleaning the product, switch power off at the service panel and lock the service panel door to prevent the power from being switched on accidentally. When the service panel door cannot be locked, securely fasten a prominent warning device, such as a tag, to the service panel.