DCS Vent Hood ES36 User manual

THE PROFESSIONAL AND EURO VENT HOOD
Installation Guide
MODELS:
VS30
VS36
VS48
RDS-364GD
VS1236
ES30
ES36
486GD

WARNING
If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion
may result causing property damage,personal injury or death. Do not store or
use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury to persons in the event of a rangetop grease fire,
observe the following: Turn burner off first.Smother flames with a close-fitting
lid,cookie sheet,or metal tray.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:
1) You know you have a Class ABC extinguisher, and you already 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.
SAFETY WARNING:
Turn off power circuit at service panel and lock out panel, before wiring this
appliance.
Requirement: 120 V AC, 60 Hz. 15 A (minimum) Branch Circuit
Thank you for selecting this DCS Professional Vent Hood. Because of this appliance’s unique features we have
developed this Installation Guide.It contains valuable information on how to properly install your new appliance
for years of safe and enjoyable cooking. Keep this guide handy, as it will help answer questions that may arise as
you use your new appliance.
For your convenience, product questions can be answered by a DCS Customer Care Representative by phone:
1-888-281-5698, email: suppor[email protected], or by mail:
Fisher & Paykel Appliances, Inc.
Attention: DCS Customer Care
5900 Skylab Road
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
www.dcsappliances.com
PLEASE RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
A MESSAGE TO OUR CUSTOMERS
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APPROVED FOR INDOOR COOKING APPLIANCES AND RESIDENTIAL USE ONLY.
PLEASE READ ENTIRE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE PROCEEDING.
Installation must comply with all local codes.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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SAFETY PRACTICES......................................................................................................................................................3-5
PRODUCT DIMENSIONS...............................................................................................................................................6
PARTS ........................................................................................................................................................................................7
BEFORE INSTALLING HOOD .................................................................................................................................8-9
INSTALLATION ............................................................................................................................................................10-15
Wall Mount Installation ................................................................................................................................10-12
Cabinet Installation........................................................................................................................................13-14
Integral Ventilator Installation..........................................................................................................................15
HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE........................................................................................................................................16
WARRANTY..........................................................................................................................................................................17
A MESSAGE TO OUR CUSTOMERS
FOR YOUR SAFETY
If You Smell Gas:
Do not try to light any appliance.
Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.
Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the
gas supplier’s instructions.
If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service
agency or the gas supplier.

SAFETY PRACTICES AND PRECAUTIONS
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CAUTION:
For general ventilating use only. DO NOTuse to exhaust hazardous or
explosive materials or vapors.
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 off at service panel and lock service panel
disconnecting means 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.
C. Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by qualified person(s) in accordance with
all applicable codes & standards, including fire-rated construction.
D. Sufficient air is needed to maintain proper combustion and safe exhausting of gases through
the flue (chimney) of fuel burning equipment to prevent backdrafting. Follow the heating
equipment manufacturers guideline and safety standards such as those published by the
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA),the American Society for Heating,Refrigeration and
Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), and the local code authorities.
E. When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage electrical wiring and other hidden
utilities.
F. Ducted systems must always be vented to the outdoors.
CAUTION:
To reduce the risk of fire and to properly exhaust air, be sure to duct air to
outside. Do not vent exhaust air into spaces within walls or ceiling, nor into
attics, crawl spaces, or garages.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, use only metal duct work.
Install this hood in accordance with all requirements specified.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not use this hood with any
external solid state speed control device.

SAFETY PRACTICES & PRECAUTIONS
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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
spillovers that may ignite. Heat oil slowly on low or medium settings.
B. Always turn hood“ON”when cooking at high heat or when flambeing food (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 unit.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of injury to persons, in the event of a range top grease fire,
observe the following:
A. SMOTHER FLAMES with a close-fitting lid,cookie sheet,or other metal tray,then turn off the gas
burner or the electric element. 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 be burned.
C. DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dishcloths or towels - a violent steam explosion may result.
DO NOT use water on a grease fire. Burning grease and water will explode.
D. Use an extinguisher ONLY if:
1) You know you have a class ABC extinguisher, and you already 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.
NOTE: Unit MUST be vented to the outside of the building.
IMPORTANT: Refer to ducting information supplied in this Manual ( Pg. 9)
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of electrical shock or injury to persons, all vent hoods must
be installed with ventilators that have been approved for use with the hood.