Electrolux ICON RH36WCT6GS User manual

Use & Care Guide
Installation Instructions
Vent Hood
04307838/2N-08/2007

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Table of contents
Finding information ................................................ 3
SAFETY .............................................................. 4
Verify package contents............................................6
Installation ........................................................... 7
• Install the ductwork .............................................................. 7
• Wiring.................................................................................8
• Install mounting bracket ....................................................... 9
• Install flue mounting bracket ................................................ 9
• Prepare the hood ................................................................ 10
• Install the hood................................................................... 12
• Install filters.......................................................................14
Maintenance ....................................................... 15
• Grease filters....................................................................... 15
• Non-Ducted recirculation filters.......................................... 15
• Hood cleaning .................................................................... 15
Operation ........................................................... 16
• Controls.............................................................................16
• Halogen bulbs....................................................................17
• Fuse replacement...............................................................17
Warranty information..............................................18
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4Safety
Important Safety Instructions
Read all instructions before using this
appliance.
Save these instructions for future
reference.
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.
This symbol alerts you to
situations that may cause
serious body harm,
death or property
damage.
This symbol alerts you to
situations that may cause
bodily injury or property
damage.
INTENDED FOR DOMESTIC COOKING
ONLY
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC
SHOCK,ORINJURYTOPERSONS, OBSERVETHE
FOLLOWING:
1. Use this unit only in the manner intended by the
manufacturer. If you have questions, contact the
manufacturer at the address or telephone number
listed in the warranty.
2. Before servicing or cleaning unit, switch power off
at service panel and lock service panel to prevent
power from being switched on accidentally. When
theservicedisconnectingmeanscannotbelocked,
securely fasten a prominent warning device, such
as a tag, to the service panel.
3. Installationworkandelectrical wiring must bedone
by a qualified person(s) in accordance with all ap-
plicable codes and standards, including fire-rated
constructioncodes and standards.
4. Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion and
exhausting of gases through the flue (chimney) of
fuelburningequipmenttoprevent backdrafting.Fol-
low the heating equipment manufacturer’s guide-
linesandsafetystandardssuchas those published
bytheNationalFireProtectionAssociation(NFPA),
and the American Society for Heating, Refrigera-
tionandAir ConditioningEngineers(ASHRAE),and
the local code authorities.
5. When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not
damageelectrical wiring andotherhidden utilities.
6. Ductedfansmustalwaysbe ventedtotheoutdoors.
7. Do not use this unit with any separate solid-state
speedcontrol device.
8. Toreducethe risk offire,use onlymetalductwork.
9. This unit must be grounded.
TOREDUCETHERISK OFARANGETOPGREASE
FIRE:
A.Never leave surface units unattended at high
settings. Boilovers cause smoking and greasy
spillovers that may ignite. Heat oils slowly on low
or medium settings.
B.Alwaysturn hood ON whencookingathigh heat or
whenflambeingfood(i.e.CrepesSuzette,Cherries
Jubilee,Peppercorn Beef Flambe’).
C.Cleanventilatingfansfrequently. Greaseshouldnot
be allowed to accumulate on fan or filter.
D.Use proper pan size. Always use cookware
appropriate for the size of the surface element.

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Safety
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO PERSONS
IN THE EVENT OF A RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE,
OBSERVETHEFOLLOWING:*
1. SMOTHERFLAMESwith a close-fittinglid,cookie
sheet, or metal tray, then turn off the burner. BE
CAREFUL TO PREVENT BURNS. If the flames
donotgooutimmediately,EVACUATE AND CALL
THEFIRE DEPARTMENT.
2. NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN - You may be
burned.
3. DONOTUSE WATER, including wetdishclothsor
towels - violent steam explosion will result.
4. Use an extinguisher ONLY if:
A.You know you have a Class ABC extinguisher
and you already know how to operate it.
B.Thefire is small and containedintheareawhere
it started.
C.The fire department is being called.
D.You can fight the fire with your back to an exit.
* Based on “Kitchen Fire Safety Tips” published
by NFPA.
1. To reduce risk of fire and to properly exhaust air,
be sure to duct air outside. Do not vent exhaust
airintospaceswithinwallsorceilingsor into attics,
crawlspaces, or garages.
2. Take care when using cleaning agents or
detergents.
3. Avoid using food products that produce flames
undertheRangeHood.
4. For general ventilating use only. Do not use to
exhaust hazardous or explosive materials and
vapors.
5. Toavoidmotorbearing damage andnoisyand/or
unbalanced impellers, keep drywall spray,
construction dust, etc. off power unit.
6. Yourhoodmotorhasathermaloverloadwhichwill
automaticallyshutoffthemotorifitbecomesover-
heated.The motor willrestartwhenit cools down.
Ifthe motor continues toshutoff and restart,have
thehood serviced.
7. Forbestcaptureof cooking impurities,thebottom
of the hood should be a minimum of 24" and a
maximum of 30" above the cooking surface.
8. Two installers are recommended because of the
large size and weight of this hood.
9. This product is equipped with a thermostat which
maystartblower automatically. Toreducetherisk
ofinjuryandtopreventpowerfrombeingswitched
on accidentally, switch power off at service panel
and lock or tag service panel.
10.Please read specification label on product for
furtherinformationandrequirements.
AUTOMATICALLYOPERATEDDEVICE.
TOREDUCETHERISKOFINJURY,DISCONNECT
FROM POWER SUPPLY BEFORE SERVICING.
THE UNIT IS EQUIPPED WITH AN INTEGRAL
DISCONNECTINGSWITCHLOCATEDINSIDETHE
BLOWERHOUSING.
INTEGRAL DISCONNECTING SWITCH