GE Appliances CV936 Original instructions

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Safety Instructions ......... 2, 3
Operating Instructions
Fan Control .................. 4
light Control ................ 4
Care and Cleaning
Grease Filters ................ 5
Hood Lights ................. 6
Stainless Steel Surfhces ......... 5
Installation Instructions ...7-18
Troubleshooting Tips ........ 19
Consumer Support
Consumer Support .......... 24
Owner Registration ....... 21, 22
Warranty ................... 23
CV936
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model #
Serial #
You can find them on a label
on the inside of the hood°
LI1275A 49-80521-2 08-09Jfl

iMPORTANTSAFETYiNFORMATiON.
READALLiNSTRUCTiONSBEFOREUSING.
SAFETYPRECAUTIONS
,i_ WARNING-TOREBUCETHERiSK
OFFIRE,ELECTRICSHOCKORiNJURYTOPERSONS,
OBSERVETHEFOLLOWING:
A. Use this unit only in the manner intended
by the manufacturer. If you have quesuons,
contact tile manufhcturer.
B. Before servicing or cleaning unit, sxdtch
power offal service panel and lock tile service
disconnecting means to prevent power fiom
being switched on accidentalb: _\_len tile
service disconnecting means cannot be locked,
securely fasten a prominent warning dedce,
such as a tag, to tile service panel.
C. Do not use this unit xdth any solid-state speed
control device.
D. This unit nmst be grounded.
X_,CAUTION-Forgeneralventilatinguse
only. Donot use to exhausthazardousor explosive
materials and vapors.
XILCAUTION-rereducerisko_ireand
to properly exhaustair,besure to duct air outside.
Donot vent exhaustair intospaces within walls
or ceilings or into attics, crawl spaces or garages.
,_ WARNING-ToREBUCETHERiSK
OFiNJURYTOPERSONSiN THEEVENTOFARANGE
TOPGREASEFiRE,OBSERVETHEFOLLOWING*:
A. SMOTHER FIAMES _dth a close4itting
lid, cookie sheet or metal tray, then turn off
tile burner. BE CAREFUL TO PRE\%NT
BURNS. If tile flames do not go out
immediatel}; E_ACUATE AND CMI_
THE FIRE DEPARTMENT.
B. NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN--
You rnW be burned.
C. DO NOT USE _\ATER, including wet
dishcloths or mwels--a x4olent steam
explosion will result.
D. Use an extinguisher ONLY if".
1. You know you have a Class Agc
extinguishei; and you already know how
to operate it.
2. Tile fire is small and contained in tile
area where it started.
3. Tile fire department is being called.
4. You can fight tile fire x_dthyour back to
an e_t.
* Based on "Kitchen Fire Safety Tips" published
by NFPA.
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SAFETYPRECAUTIONS
WARNING-TOREBUCETHERISK
OFARANGETOPGREASEFIRE:
A. Never leave surface units unattended at high
settings, goilovers cause smoking and greasy
spillovers that may ignite. Heat oils slowly on
low or medium settings.
B. Always turn hood ON when cooldng on high
heat or when flamb_ing fbod (i.e. Crepes
S_tzette, CherfiesJubilee, Peppercorn Beef
Idamb_).
C_ Clean ventilating fans flequen@ Grease
should not be allowed to accumulate on fan
or filter.
D. Use proper pan size. Always use cookware
appropriate fbr tile size of tile surface element.
WARNING-TOREBUCETHERISK
OFFIRE,ELECTRICSHOCKORINJURYTOPERSONS,
OBSERVETHEFOLLOWING:
A_
C_
Installation work and electrical _dring must be
done by qualified person(s) in accor<tance
_dth all applicable codes and start<lards,
including fire-rated construction.
Sufficient air is needed fbr proper
combustion and exhausting of gases through
tile flue (chimney) of fuel burning equipment
to prevent back drafting. Follow tile heating
equipment mam_hcmrer's gtfidelines and
safety standards such as those published by
tile National Fire Protection Association
(NFPA), tile American Society fbr Heating,
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Enfneers
(ASHRAE) and tile local code authorities.
V_llen cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling,
do not damage electrical wiring and other
hidden utilities.
D. Ducted fans must alwaysbe vented to tile
outdoors.
WARNING-TOREBUCETHERISK
OFFIRE,USEONLYMETALDUCTWORK
Do not attempt to repair or replace an},
part of your hood unless it is specifically
recommended in this manual. All other
ser_4cing should be referred to a qualified
technician.
READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.
READAND SAVETHESEiNSTRUCTiONS
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Usingthehoodcontrols.
Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.
OFF_ LO LIGHT OFF
, @'
NED LO
] NITE
MED HI
/
HI
,j
0FAN Control
Turn the FANspeed conQol to tO, MEOtO,
MEB H/ or H/,;_sneeded°
Continuous use of the f_m system while cooking
helps keep the kitchen comKnmble and less
humid. It also reduces cooking odors and soiling
moisture that c_eate a flequent need K)r
cleaning.
NOTE:Whenthe fan is operating on the LOsetting,
it will be very quiet. Always make sure that the fan
is turned OFFwhen you are finished in the kitchen.
0tIGHT Control
Turn die tlGHYconuol to HI for bright light while
cooking. Turn m NITEK_r use as a night light.
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Care and cleaning of the vent hood. aappliancescom
Be sure electrical power is off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning or servicing any part of the
vent hood.
Reusable Metal Grease Filters
The hood has 2 metal reusable
grease filters.
The metal filters trap grease
released by foods on the cooktop.
They also help prevent flaming
foods on the cooktop flom
damaging the inside of the hood.
For this reason, the filters must
ALWAYS be in place when the
hood is used. The grease filters
should be cleaned once a month,
or as needed.
Toclean the grease filters, soak
them and then swish them around
in hot water and detergent.
Don't use ammonia or ammonia
products because they will darken
the metal. Do not use abrasives or
oven cleaners, i,ight brushing can
be used to remove embedded dirt.
Rinse, shake and let them dry
before replacing.
To remove:
Grasp the filter handle and pull it
up, fbrward and out.
Toreplace:
[_ Hold the filter at the bottom
with the handle.
[_ Place the top end of the filter
against the inside flont of the
hood.
[_ Slide it up until it stops and
push the bottom end back
until it snaps into place.
Stainless Steel Surfaces
Oo notuse asteel wool pa& #will
scratchthesurface.
To clean the stainless steel
stlIf_ce, tlse warIIl sudsy water or
a stainless steel cleaner or polish.
Always wipe the surfime in the
direction of the grain. Follow the
cleaner instructions for cleaning
the stainless steel smface.
To inquire about prochasing
stainless steel appliance cleaner or
polish, or to find the location of a
dealer nearest you, please call our
toll-flee nmnber:
NationalParts Center
800.626.2002
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