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Electrical Requirements
120-volt, 60 Hertz, 40 amp, individual circuit which is
properly grounded, polarized and protected by a circuit
breaker or fuse.
Extension Cord
Due to possible pinching during installation, extension
cords should not be used on products.
Receiving the Vent Hood
• Authorized servicer must install the vent hood, in
accordance with the Installation Instructions.
• Adjustments and service should be performed only by
authorized servicer.
• Plug vent hood into a 120–volt grounded outlet only.
• Do not remove round grounding prong from the plug. If
in doubt about grounding of the home electrical
system, it is consumers responsibility and obligation to
have an ungrounded outlet replaced with a properly
grounded three-prong outlet in accordance with the
National Electrical Code.
• Do not use an extension cord with this vent hood.
• Insure all packing materials are removed from the vent
hood before operating.
• Clean grease and dirt from exisiting duct work to
prevent future fires.
• Check all joints on duct work to ensure proper
connection; all joints should be taped properly.
Precautions
• When cutting or drilling into walls or ceilings, do not
damage electrical wiring and other hidden utilitites.
• Ducted fans must always be vented to the outdoors.
• Clean vent hood frequently. Grease should not be
allowed to accumulate on hood or filter.
• When flaming foods under the hood, turn the fan off.
The fan, if operating, may spread the flame.
• Do not mix household cleaning products. Chemical
mixtures may interact with hazardous results.
Using the Vent Hood
• Do not allow anyone to climb, stand or hang on the
vent hood. They could damage the vent hood and
cause severe personal injury.
• Saturation of greasy residue in the blower and filters
may cause increased flammability. Keep vent hood
claen and free of grease and residue build-up at all
times to prevent possible fires.
• Filters must be cleaned periodically and kept free from
accumulation of cooking residue.
• Old and worn filters must be replaced immediately.
• Do not operate blowers when filters are removed.
• Do not disassemble parts (for cleaning) without proper
instructions. Contact the Service Center for removal
instructions at (800) 536-6247.
• Do not use water on grease fires.
• Do not let grease or other flammable materials collect
in or around the vent hood.
• Do not repair or replace any part of the vent hood
unless it is recommended in this manual.
• Keep vent hood ducts unobstructed.
CAUTION
!
Do not store items of interest to children in cabinets
above the vent hood. Children may climb on the vent
hood to reach these items and may become seriously
injured.
Important Safety Information
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