Faber FLEXA FLEX24SS300 User manual

FLEX24SS300
FLEX30SS300
Installation Instructions
Use and Care Information
Instructions d'installation
Utilisez et d'entretien
Instrucciones de instalación
Información de uso y cuidado
FLEXA

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CONTENTS
Section Page
Important safety instructions
3
Range hood dimensions
6
Installation height requirements
8
Parts
9
Tools needed
11
Venting method
12
Preparing the cabinet
13
Install the rear trim strip
16
Choosing venting method
17
Attach venting: option 1 - rear or top vented
18
Attach venting: option 2 - non ducted recirculating
19
Connecting house power
20
Operating the controls
22
Cleaning stainless steel
23
Caring for lters
23
Replacing the activated charcoal lter
24
Replacing bulbs
25
Wiring diagram
26
Warranty
27

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE YOU START
INSTALLING THIS Range Hood
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 oils slowly on low or medium setting.
b) Always turn hood ON when cooking at high heat or when ambeing food (i.e. Crepes
Suzette, Cherries Jubilee, Peppercorn Beef Flambé).
c) Clean ventilating fans frequently. Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on fan or
lter.
d) Use proper pan size. Always use cookware appropriate for the size of the surface element.
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-tting lid, cookie sheet, or metal tray, then turn off the
burner. BE CAREFUL TO PREVENT BURNS. If the ames 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 will
result.
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 re is small and contained in the area where it started.
3. The re department is being called.
4. You can ght the re with your back to an exit.
* Based on "Kitchen Firesafety Tips" published by NFPA
WARNING - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, do not use this fan with
any solid-state speed control device.
WARNING-TOREDUCETHERISKOFFIRE,ELECTRICALSHOCK,ORINJURYTOPERSONS,
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
1. Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer. If you have any questions,
contact the manufacturer.
2. Before servicing or cleaning unit, switch power off at service panel and lock the service
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.
CAUTION: For General Ventilating Use Only. Do Not Use To Exhaust Hazardous or Explo-
sive Materials and Vapors.
WARNING-TOREDUCETHERISKOFFIRE,ELECTRICALSHOCK,ORINJURYTOPERSONS,
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
1. Installation Work And Electrical Wiring Must Be Done By Qualied Person(s) In Accor-
dance With All Applicable Codes And Standards, Including Fire-Rated Construction.
2. Sufcient air is needed for proper combustion and exhausting of gases through the
ue (chimney) of fuel burning equipment to prevent backdrafting. 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 Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), and the local code authorities.

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ALL WALL AND FLOOR OPENINGS WHERE THE Range Hood IS INSTALLED
MUST BE SEALED.
This Range Hood requires at least 24" of clearance between the bottom of the Range
Hood and the cooking surface or countertop. This hood has been approved by UL at this
distance from the cooktop.
Thisminimumclearancemaybe higherdependingonlocalbuilding codes.Forgas cooktops
and combination ranges, a minimum of 30" is recommended and may be required.
Overhead cabinets on both sides of this unit must be a minimum of 18" above the cooking
surface or countertop. Consult the cooktop or range installation instructions given by the
manufacturer before making any cutouts.
MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION The installation of this Range Hood must conform to the
Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 (formerly
Federal Standard for Mobile Home Construction and Safety, Title 24, HUD, Part 280). See
Electrical Requirements"
• Venting system MUST terminate outside the home.
• DO NOT terminate the ductwork in an attic or other enclosed space.
• DO NOT use 4" laundry-type wall caps.
• Flexible-type ductwork is not recommended.
• DO NOT obstruct the ow of combustion and ventilation air.
• Failure to follow venting requirements may result in a  ·re.
WARNING
!
VENTING REQUIREMENTS
Determine which venting method is best for your application. Ductwork can extend either
through the wall or the roof.
The length of the ductwork and the number of elbows should be kept to a minimum to
provide ef·cient performance.  The size of the ductwork should be uniform.  Do not install
two elbows together. Use duct tape to seal all joints in the ductwork system. Use caulking
to seal exterior wall or oor opening around the cap.
Flexible ductwork is not recommended. Flexible ductwork creates back pressure and air
turbulence that greatly reduces performance.
Make sure there is proper clearance within the wall or oor for exhaust duct before making
cutouts. Do not cut a joist or stud unless absolutely necessary. If a joist or stud must be cut,
then a supporting frame must be constructed.
WARNING - To Reduce The Risk Of Fire, Use Only Metal Ductwork.
CAUTION - To reduce risk of re and to properly exhaust air, be sure to duct air outside
– Do not vent exhaust air into spaces within walls or ceilings or into attics, crawl spaces,
or garages.
Cold Weather installations
An additional back draft damper should be installed to minimize backward cold air ow and a nonme-
tallic thermal break should be installed to minimize conduction of outside temperatures as part of the
vent system. The damper should be on the cold air side of the thermal break. The break should be as
close as possible to where the vent system enters the heated portion of the house.
3. When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage electrical wiring and other
hidden utilities.
4. Ducted fans must always be vented to the outdoors.

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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
A 120 volt, 60 Hz AC-only electrical supply is required on a separate 15 amp fused circuit.
A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended. The fuse must be sized per local
codes in accordance with the electrical rating of this unit as speci·ed on the serial/rating
plate located inside the unit near the ·eld wiring compartment.
• Electrical ground is required on this Range Hood.
• If cold water pipe is interrupted by plastic, nonmetallic gaskets or other
materials, DO NOT use for grounding.
• DO NOT ground to a gas pipe.
• DO NOT have a fuse in the neutral or grounding circuit. A fuse in the neutral
or grounding circuit could result in electrical shock.
• Check with a quali·ed electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the Range
Hood is properly grounded.
• Failure to follow electrical requirements may result in a ·re.  
WARNING
!
State of California Proposition 65 Warning (US only)
WARNING
This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer
and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

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RANGE HOOD DIMENSIONS
RANGE HOOD 24"
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RANGE HOOD 30"
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INSTALLATION HEIGHT REQUIREMENTS
MIN. 24" OVER ELECTRIC / MIN. 30" OVER GAS
Min. 24" Min. 30"

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PARTS
REF. PART QTY
AHood body 1
BRear Trim Strip 1
CRecirculation vent grill 1
DDamper aps 2
EMetal ring 1
REF PART
FPozi Screws (3/16" x 1/2") 2
GPozi Screws (1/8" x 1/2") 2
PARTS INCLUDED

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A
C
B
ED

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PARTS NEEDED
PARTS (cont.)
PART
5" Round Metal Ductwork
Foil tape
TOOLS NEEDED
TOOL
Tape Measure
Pencil
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Phillips Screwdriver
Pozi Screwdriver
Metal sheers
Work gloves
ACCESSORIES AVAILABLE
ACCESSORY SKU#
Activated Charcoal Filter Kit #FILTER7

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VENTING METHOD
Option 1: REAR OR TOP VENTED
Option 2: RECIRCULATING
Rear
5"
1
Requires purchase of
Activated Charcoal
Accessory kit.
5"
Top

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1
2
The Hood can be installed directly on the underside of the cabinet.
If the cabinet bottom is recessed, wood blocks need to be installed
to insure proper alignment with the cabinet bottom.
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cabinet bottom as shown.
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



20 1/16"
9/16"
ATTACHING THE HOOD TO THE CABINET
PREPARING THE CABINET
Create a cut out in the bottom of the cabinet as shown in the
illustration.
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RANGE HOOD 24"
15
14
1
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The Hood can be installed directly on the underside of the cabinet.
Create a cut out in the bottom of the cabinet as shown in the
illustration.
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


20 1/16"
9/16"
RANGE HOOD 24" 



24"
9/16"
RANGE HOOD 30"
Remove the grease filters by pushing the release tab towards the
back of the hood.
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SNAP-ON FITTING
wood ·lter strips
RANGE HOOD 24"

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

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
24"
9/16"
RANGE HOOD 30"
Remove the grease filters by pushing the release tab towards the
side of hood.
4

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5Insert the hood in the cut out until the side installation clips snap into
place. Lock the hood into position by tightening the 2 screws Vf from
underneath.
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Vf
Phillips Screwdriver

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INSTALL THE REAR TRIM STRIP
2x (4,2 x 12,7)
F
B
1A rear trim strip Bis included to cover the underside of any
remaining exposed cabinet. Attach the vinyl strip to the bottom of
the back of the rangehood with the two screws Fprovided.
Pozi Screwdriver

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CHOOSING VENTING METHOD
Option 1: REAR OR TOP VENTED
Option 2: RECIRCULATING
5
Requires purchase of
Activated Charcoal
Accessory kit.
Rear
5"
5"
Top
Go to Pg.18
Go to Pg.19

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VENTED
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D
E
Install the Metal damper ring Eincluded with the Hood. Then install the
damper flaps Dby snapping the tabs into place inside the top of the
hood before connecting ductwork.
2Install Roof or Wall Cap purchased separately. Connect the 5" metal duc-
twork to the Roof or Wall Cap and then attach ductwork. Seal with foil
tape.
Ø120

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1
ATTACH VENTING: OPTION 2 - NON DUCTED
RECIRCULATING
Required Activated Charcoal Filter
Accessory - sku # - FILTER7
For Non-Ducted Recirculation venting route the ductwork to a location
above the hood where the discharge is vented back into the room.
Use the included Recirculation Vent Grill Cto cover the opening. Secure
the grill with the 2 screws Gprovided in the Install Kit.
A straight 5" round duct that is at least 15" in length should be used to lead air
from the top of the hood exhaust outlet to the exit of the cabinet above.
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CG
4 3/4"
Pozi Screwdriver

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The power cord shall be accessible for inspection after installation.
Max. 33 7/16”
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION WITH CONNECTION CABLE
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded. In the event
of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by
providing an escape wire for the electric current. This appliance is equipped
with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug must be
plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded.
WARNING - Improper grounding can result in a risk of electric shock.
Consult a qualified electrician if the grounding instructions are not completely
understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.
Do not use an extension cord. If the power supply cord is too short, have a
qualified electrician install an outlet near the appliance.
CONNECTING HOUSE POWER
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CUSTOM FRONT TRIM OPTION
This hood comes with a stainless front trim installed. To replace and custom-
ize this panel, remove grease filters and the three Phillips screws located
behind the strip. If necessary, the front strip can be adjusted by loosening
the three Phillips screws and sliding the strip up or down.
Tighten screws when you have the strip properly placed.
For a custom front trim, a local cabinet shop can make a strip to match your
cabinets. The front strip dimensions are given in the illustration.
1 1/2"
13/16"
23 9/16" or 29 15/16"