Frigidaire FHPC3660LS User manual

Use & care guide
Guia de uso y cuidado
Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien
36” and 42” Island Range Hood
316902444 Rev A February 2012FHPC3660LSA+FHPC4260LSA

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Table of contents
Please read and save this guide ...................................... 02
Keep a record for quick reference ................................... 02
Important safety instructions ......................................02-04
Electrical requirements ................................................04-05
Intended use ...................................................................... 05
Parts supplied .................................................................... 05
Installing the hood ........................................................06-12
Operation............................................................................ 12
Cleaning and maintenance...........................................12-13
Technical data .................................................................... 13
Troubleshooting ................................................................. 13
Environmental protection .................................................. 13
Warranty information ........................................................ 14
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Important safety instructions
Do not attempt to install or operate this appliance
until you have read the safety instructions in this
manual. Safety items throughout this manual are
labelled with a Danger, Warning, or Caution based
on the risk type.
Definitions
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert
you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all
safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid
possible injury or death.
DANGER
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in
minor or moderate injury.
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Important safety instructions
IMPORTANT
Indicates installation, operation, or
maintenance information which is important
but not hazard-related.
Child safety
Packing materials:
• Packing cartons covered with rugs, bedspreads,
plastic sheets, or stretch wrap may become
airtight chambers and can quickly cause
suffocation.
• Remove the protective film covering
the appliance before putting it into
operation.
• Destroy or recycle the appliance’s
carton, plastic bags, and any other exterior
wrapping material immediately after the product
is unpacked. Children should never play with
these items. Danger of suffocation!
IMPORTANT
PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS
CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLATION AND
USE.
INSTALLATION MUST COMPLY WITH ALL
LOCAL CODES.
IMPORTANT: Save these instructions for the
Local Electrical Inspector’s use.
INSTALLER: Please leave these instructions with
this appliance for the owner.
OWNER: Please retain these instructions for
future reference.
DANGER
Always switch off the electricity supply at the
mains during installation and maintenance
such as for light bulb replacement.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or
injury to persons, observe the following:
• FOR RESIDENTIAL USE ONLY.
• Use this appliance only in the manner
intended by the manufacturer. If you have
questions, contact the manufacturer.
• Installation work and electrical wiring must
be done by qualified person(s) in accordance
with a ll applicable codes & standards,
including fire-rated construction.
• Sufficient air is needed for proper
combustion and exhausting of gases
through the flue (chimney) of fuel burning
equipment to prevent back-drafting. 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.
• When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling,
do not damage electrical wiring and other
hidden utilities (e.g. gas pipes).
• Ducted systems must always be vented to
the outdoors.
WARNING
• 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.
CAUTION
For general ventilating use only. DO NOT use to
exhaust hazardous or explosive materials or vapors.
CAUTION
To reduce risk of fire and to properly exhaust
air, be sure to duct air outside – do not vent
exhaust air into spaces within walls, ceilings,
attics, crawl spaces, or garages.
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Important safety instructions
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.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of a cooktop grease fire:
• 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.
• Always turn hood ON when cooking at high
heat or when flambéing food (i.e. Crepes
Suzette, Cherries Jubilee, Peppercorn
Beef Flambé).
WARNING
• Clean ventilating fans frequently. Grease
should not be allowed to accumulate on
fan or filter.
• Do not use the range hood without
the grease filters, or if the filters are
excessively greasy.
• Use proper pan size. Always use cookware
appropriate for the size of the surface
element.
WARNING
NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN - you may
be burned.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury to persons, in the
event of a cooker top grease fire, observe the
following:
• 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.
WARNING
• 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:
- You know 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.
CAUTION
Always leave safety grills and filters in place.
Without these components, operating blowers
could catch onto hair, fingers and loose
clothing.
Electrical requirements
IMPORTANT
Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
It is the customer’s responsibility:
• to contact a qualified electrical installer.
• to assure that the electrical installation is
adequate and in conformance with National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 – latest edition*,
or CSA Standards C22.1-94, Canadian Electrical
Code, Part 1 and C22.2 No.0-M91-latest edition**
and all local codes and ordinances.
If codes permit and a separate ground wire is
used, it is recommended that a qualified electrician
determines that the ground path is adequate.
• Do not ground to a gas pipe.
• Check with a qualified electrician if you are not
sure range hood is properly grounded.
• Do not have a fuse in the neutral or ground
circuit.
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IMPORTANT
Save installation instructions for electrical
inspector’s use.
The range hood must be connected with copper
wire only.
The range hood should be connected directly
to the fused disconnect (or circuit breaker) box
through metal electrical conduit.
Wire sizes must conform to the requirements of
the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70 – latest
edition”, or CSA Standards C22.1-94, Canadian
Electrical Code Part 1 and C22.2 No.0-M91 – latest
edition** and all local codes and ordinances.
A U.L.- or C.S.A.-listed conduit connector must be
provided at each end of the power supply conduit (at
the range hood and at the junction box).
Copies of the standards listed may be obtained from:
* National Fire Protection Association Batterymarch
Park Quincy, Massachusetts 02269
** CSA International 8501 East Pleasant Valley Road
Cleveland, Ohio 44131-5575
Power requirement:
120V~, 60Hz, 15 or 20A branch circuit
Intended use
• Your range hood is intended for exhaust operation
only. This range hood is not recommended to be
used over indoor grills. Do not use it to exhaust
hazardous or explosive materials or vapors.
Parts supplied
No. Part Qty.
1Range hood 1
2Glass cover 1
3Upper and lower
chimney
1
+
1
4Upper bracket 1
5Lower bracket 1
6Collar 1
7
Recirculation kit
(optional
accessories)
Elux code:
FHPRKT60LS
1
8
Bulb
20W, 120V~,
GU10 (pre-
assembled)
4
9Bolt, rubber
washer, washer
4
sets
10
Long screw
(15/64" x 2-3/4") 4
11
Washer
(dia. 23/32" x 1/4"
x 5/64")
4
12 Washer (dia. 5/32"
x 15/32" x 3/64") 8
13 M15/64" x 3/16"
nut 4
14
Span washer
(dia. 7/16" x
11/32" x 1/64")
4
15
Washer
(dia. 1/2" x 1/4" x
3/64")
4
16 Allen key 1
17
10’ extension
chimney kit
(optional
accessories)
Elux code:
FHP10X60LS
1
18 Template
(stencilled)
Assembly template
(stencilled) 1
19
Short screw
9/64" x 15/32" 14
20
Short screw
1/8" x 15/32" 2
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Tools/Materials required
• Duct tape
• Wire nuts
• Tape to mount template
• 6" rounded metal duct, length to suit installation
(5" optional)
• Measuring tape
• Pliers
• Gloves to protect against sharp edges
• Knife
• Safety glasses
• Electric drill with 5/32” bit
• Strain relief
• Spirit level
• Phillips (Pozidrive) # 2 screwdriver + torx # 2
• Wire cutter/stripper
• Masking tape
• Hammer
• Saw, jig saw or reciprocating saw
Installing the hood
IMPORTANT
We recommend that two people carry
out the installation. Pay attention to the
procedure described in the assembly
instructions.

Preparation
• The vent hood should be on site before final
framing and wall finishing. This will help to
accurately locate the duct work and electrical
service.
• Installation will be easier if the vent hood is
installed before the cooktop and countertop are
installed.
Ductwork and wiring locations:
• Determine the exact location of the vent hood.
• Plan the route for venting exhaust to the outdoors.
• Use the shortest and straightest duct route
possible.
For satisfactory performance duct run should
not exceed 100’ equivalent length for any duct
configurations.
• Refer to “Ductwork installation guidelines” chart
to compute the maximum permissible length for
duct runs to the outdoors (fig. ).
Installation
height
8 to 9
ft
Ducting installation guidelines
• For safety reasons, ducting should vent directly
outdoors (not into an attic, underneath the house,
into the garage or into any enclosed space).
Keep duct runs as short and straight as possible.
Duct fittings (elbows and transitions) reduce air
flow efficiency.
Back to back elbows and „S“ turns give very
poor delivery and are not recommended. A short
straight length of duct at the inlet of the remote
blower gives the best delivery.
Transition to duct from the integral blower or
remote duct transition as close to the downdraft
as is possible.
• In order of preference, use
1st. 6” round duct
2nd. 5” round duct
Use of flexible metal round duct: Limit use to short
lengths and do not crush when making corners.
• Install a wall cap with damper or roof cap at the
exterior opening. Order the wall or roof cap and
any transition needed in advance.
• Use 6" rounded metal duct (5" optional) only.
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Removing the packaging
CAUTION
Remove the carton carefully. Wear gloves to
protect against sharp edges.
WARNING
Remove the protective film covering the
product before putting into operation.
Ceiling Support Structures
• This vent hood is heavy. Adequate structure
and support must be provided in all types of
installations. Framing must support minimum
150lb load.
• At the hood location, install 2”x 4” cross framing
between ceiling joists as shown. (2”x 4” are
required to support the weight of the hood.)
(fig. )
• Arrange cross framing in the ceiling to suit the
existing structure (fig. ).
• Your ceiling joists will be like one of the following
examples.
5/32”
NOTE: Do not cut the duct opening shown on
the template for the recirculating installation.
IMPORTANT
Framing must be capable of supporting 150lbs.
5/32
5/32
5/32
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Examples of possible ducting or air
recirculation
Recirculator
Roof pitch with
flashing and cap
Pipe
Collar
Pipe
Collar
Installing range hood to the ceiling
(Exhaust operation)
IMPORTANT
This range hood is very heavy. Adequate structure
and support must be provided in all types of
installations.
Step 1:
• Make sure that no cables or pipes will become
damaged (e.g. electric, gas, water; test the areas
in question with a cable detector).
• Using the template, mark and drill 4 holes into
the ceiling. Measure as displayed in diagram
(fig. ). The holes must be drilled into a wood
structure capable to support 150lbs load.
NOTE
Have a suitable ladder ready so that you can easily
reach up to the ceiling.
Desired range hood distance above a
36” high cooktop
Ceiling height
8 feet 9 feet 10 feet *1
A*2A*2A*2
24” 6-25/32"
25” 5-25/32"
26”*34-25/32"
27”*33-25/32"
28”*3 2-25/32"
29”*31-25/32" 13-25/32" 13-25/32"
30”*325/32" 12-25/32" 12-25/32"
31”*311-25/32" 11-25/32"
32”*310-25/32" 10-25/32"
33” 9-25/32" 9-25/32"
34” 8-25/32" 8-25/32"
35” 7-25/32" 7-25/32"
36” 6-25/32" 6-25/32"
*1 with 10’ extension chimney kit (17) - not supplied.
Please call Electrolux at 1.800.944.9044 to order
this kit.
*2 “Dimension A” in the chart represents the height
from the top of upper bracket to the top of lower
bracket (fig. ).
*3 Recommended mounting height.
Dimension A
Top of upper bracket
Top of lower bracket
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10.24"
7.48"
10.24" 7.48"

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Step 2:
• Mount the upper bracket (4) onto the ceiling with 4
sets of long screws (10) and washers (11) (fig. ).
• Make sure the power cable for the range hood is
routed inside the bracket.
• Depending on the ceiling height ensure required
power cable length. See the table and fig.
below for reference.
Ceiling height
8 feet 9 feet 10 feet
Power
cable
length
3.3 feet 4.3 feet 3.3 feet
Power cord
Step 3:
• Mount the glass cover (2) onto the range hood(1).
Use the allen key (16) to secure it with 4 sets of
bolts, rubber washers, and washers (9) (fig. ).
Step 4:
• Attach the collar (6) to the range hood (1). Secure
it with 2 short screws (19) (fig. ).
Step 5:
• Place the exhaust duct onto the collar (6) and
secure it with duct tape (not provided) (fig. ).
Installing the hood
NOTE
Sometimes, sponge tape covers the holes. If the
holes are located behind the sponge tape, simply
insert the screw through the sponge tape.

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Step 6:
• Install the lower bracket (5) onto the range
hood (1) and secure it with 4 sets of nuts (13),
span washers (14) and washers (15) (fig. ).
• Install the upper and lower chimney (3) onto the
range hood (1) (fig. ).
Electrical connections
DANGER
Danger of electric shock! All fittings must be
installed by a competent person in accordance
with current wiring regulations and local
building regulations. If in doubt, consult a
qualified electrician.
IMPORTANT
Always switch off the electricity supply at
the mains during installation, cleaning and
maintenance. We recommend that the fuse is
withdrawn or circuit breaker switched off at the
distribution board while work is in progress.
Step 7:
• Loosen the 2 short screws from the junction box
and remove the cover (fig. ).
• Place the range hood above the cooktop.
• Connect the incoming positive, neutral and
ground cables to the respective terminals. The
ground cable is already pre-assembled onto the
junction box to provide grounding (fig. ).
L (live) = Black
(ground) = Green
N (neutral) = White
L
N
• Replace the junction box cover and secure it with
previously removed 2 short screws.
• Mount the junction box onto the range hood
using 2 short screws (20) (fig. ).
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