GE Monogram ZVB36 User manual

Installation
Instructions
Downdraft Vent Systems
PVB94
PVB98
ZVB30
ZVB36
J31-i0728-3 J
07-11 GE

Safety Information
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
•IMPORTANT- Sovetheseinstructions
for local inspector's use
•IMPORTANT Observeollgoverning
codes and ordinances
• Note to Installer - Be sure to leave these
instructions with the consumer.
• Note to Consumer - Keep these instructions
for future reference.
• Skill Level- Instollation of these vents require
basic mechanical and electrical skills
• Completion Time - I to :3hours.
• Proper installation is the responsibility of the
installer. Product failure due to improper
installation is not covered under the warranty.
If you received a damaged vent, you should
immediately contact your deoler or builder.
For Monogram local service in your area,
1.800.444.1845.
For Monogram service in Canada,
1.800.561.:3344.
For Monogram Parts and Accessories,
call 1.800.626.2002.
--_WARNING: SHOCKHAZARD
This opplionce must be properly grounded.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, USEONLY METAL
DUCTWORK.
WA RN IN G:TOREDUCETHERISK
OF FIRE,ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSONS,
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING.
A.
a.
Use this unit only in the manner intended by
the manufacturer. If you have questions, contact
the manufacturer.
Before service or cleoning unit, switch power
off ot service ponel and lock the service
disconnecting means to prevent power from
being switched on accidentally. When the
service disconnecting means connot be locked,
securely fosten a prominent warning device,
such os a tog, to the service ponel.
Do not attempt to repair or reploce ony part
of the downdraft system unless it is specifically
recommended in this book. All other servicing
should be performed by u qualified technician.
For general ventiloting use only. Do not use
to exhaust hozordous or explosive moteriols
and vapors.
Installation work ond electrical wiring must
be done by o quolified person(s), in accordance
with all applicable codes and standards including
fire-rated construction.
^_ CAUTION: To reduce the risk offire
and to properly exhaust air, be sure to duct air
outdoors. Do not vent exhoust air into spaces
within walls or ceilings or into attics, crawl spaces
or garages.

Design Information
CONTENTS
Design Information
Product Dimensions ................................................................3
Accessories ..................................................................................3
Advance Planning ...............................................................4, 5
Installation Preparation
Clearances ..............................................................................6, 7
Parts Supplied ............................................................................7
Tools and Materials Required .............................................7
Remove Packaging ..................................................................7
Power Supply ..............................................................................8
Venting Options .........................................................................9
Ductwork
Duct Fittings .............................................................................10
Installation Instructions
Step 1, Install Downdraft Vent .........................................11
Step 2, Install the Ductwork ..............................................11
Step 3, Install Remote Switch ...........................................12
Step 4, Connect Power ........................................................13
Step 5, Install Filters, Check Operation ........................13
Cleaning .....................................................................................13
PRODUCT DIMENSIONS
A B
30" Models 30" 28-5/16"
36" Models 36" 33-15/16"
......... A .......................
............B .........................._i
[
t
23-5/8"
1-1/2_ 8-1/2"
Lift
1/4" _
2-1/4'_i
32-3/8"
ACCESSORIES
J×RB67 - Optional accessory for indoor remote
location of the blower/motor assembly. Use this kit
when the blower and motor assembly will be located
outside of the cabinet, such as below the cabinet floor.

Desi n Information
ADVANCE PLANNING
Remote Switch
The 30" and 36" Monogram models and the 30"
and 36" Profile models have a separate raise/lower
switch. Plan to install the switch in aconvenient
location outside of the vent/cooktop cutout.
Downdraft Vent and Cooktop Cutout
The installation of these downdraft vents with
any GE or Monogram cooktop requires careful
consideration. Before you begin, review the
combination cutout illustrations on page 6.
Countertop Requirements
The countertop must have a deep fiat surface
to accommodate the cooktop and the vent.
Countertops with a rolled front edge and backsplash
may not provide the fiat surface area required.
Base Cabinet Requirements
The base cabinet must be deep enough to
accommodate the minimum clearance to the front
of the countertop, the cooktop burner box
and the vent.
Before you begin, you must:
1. Review countertop dimension illustrations to
be sure you will have enough fiat countertop
surface.
2. Check to be sure that the total countertop depth
required (including minimum cutout to front edge
depth) allows enough space for u backsplash.
3. Review the cabinet illustration. Check to be sure
the interior cabinet depth will house the cooktop
burner box, the vent and the cutout clearance
from the front.
°
5.
When countertop and cabinet depth )resent
a problem, review Creative Solutions.
Read this book completely to accurately plan
the installation locution, clearances and
ductwork requirements.
With careful planning, you can achieve a custom
look with minimal adjustments.
Creative Solutions
, When the kitchen design calls for an against-
the-wall installation, move the base cabinet
forward Y' to 5". Filler panels or complementary
moldings can be added to exposed cabinet sides.
, In an island or peninsula, use an extra-deep
countertop. The countertop overhang at the
front can be adjusted to meet setback to cutout
requirements.
. When the cutout to the front edge of the
countertop requirement is more than 2", add
a bullnose trim to the front edge of the
countertop. Include the trim thickness when
measuring the front edge to cutout requirement.
By adding the trim, the cooktop can be moved
forward, providing additional countertop depth
and interior cabinet space.
Maintain Cutout Clearances
to Front Edge as Specified
Filler Panel
Base
Cabinet
Filler Panel
BaseSink
2"
Cover Panel
Countertop
Overhang
per Cooktop
Clearances
Must be
Maintained
_nd
Panel
or OtherDecorative
Molding to Increase
CountertopDepth
andtoMaintain
RequiredClearance
FromFrontEdgeto
Cutout.
4

Desi n Information
Clearances
, The downdroft system with blower, motor
and ductwork will occupy the cobinet below
the countertop and cooktop.
, The blower/motor assembly can be Iocoted
below the cabinet foot. The assembly will fit
between 16" floor joists. Order JXRB67 for indoor
remote Iocotions.
, Refer to your specific cooktop instollation
instruction for appropriate clearances.
, Installotion must conform with Iocol codes.
Ductwork
Prepare ductwork to vent to the outdoors.
, Use the shortest and straightest duct run possible.
, The maximum permissible equivalent length for
duct run is 100 feet.
, Refer to "Duct Fittings" chart to colculate
equivalent length for vorious duct configurotions.
, The downdraft blower system is designed to use
]-1/4" x 10" ductwork. It con be tronsitioned to
6" round.
, Ductwork lUST be vented to the outside-never
into a crowl space, ottic or other enclosed spoce.
, Determine the need for o woll cop or roof cop.
Order the cop in odvonce.
Electrical and Gas Locations
Plan the placement of the electrical outlet and gas
connections (if used) carefully. Electrical outlets Gnd
gGs connections cannot be placed on the back wall
of the cabinet becGuse it may interfere with the
downdrGft plenum. Refer to POWER SUPPLYsection
for information on location of electrical and gas
connections.
, Install a standGrd electrical outlet within reach of
the vent's two-foot-long power cord.
, The vent and a GE or Monogram gas cooktop
combination can operate from the some 120-volt
standard duplex outlet.
, Electric cooktops must operate from a separate
240-volt junction box.
, A 90 ° elbow (not supplied) con be installed onto the
inlet of the gas cooktop and route the gas connec-
tions to avoid interference when installed with a
downdraft vent or other cabinetry features.

Installation Preparation
CUTOUTS AND CLEARANCES
, Measure carefully when cutting the countertop.
, Make sure sides of the opening are parallel and
rear and front cuts are exactly perpendicular
(right angles) to the sides.
, Measure to be sure there is room for clearances
to the front edge of the countertop.
, Refer to cooktop installation instructions to be
sure that models fit into the base cabinets being
used.
, Draw lines on the countertop to follow as a
cutting guide.
, Measure and mark cooktop and vent overlaps to
be sure there is enough fiat countertop depth.
30" COOKTOP AND DOWNDRAFT
COMBINATION
The cooktop must be installed per manufacturer's
installation instructions.
IMPORTANT: The countertop cutout depth requires
25-1/2" minimum fiat countertop surface and 25"
minimum total countertop depth.
NOTE: Before you begin, measure and mark depth
to ensure that adequate fiat countertop surface
is available.
For cooktop and downdraft combination depth:
, Follow cooktop installation instructions for cooktop
and downdraft combination installation.
, Otherwise, add 2-5/4" to the cooktop cutout depth.
NOTE: Add 2-7/8" to the cooktop cutout depth for
JP328 and JP626.
3/8" Minimum fiat counter-
top behind cutout required
*Required to maintain ULor CSAapprovals
Minimum*
36" COOKTOP AND DOWNDRAFT
COMBINATION
IMPORTANT: The countertop cutout depth requires
23-1/2" minimum fiat countertop surface and 25"
minimum total countertop depth.
NOTE: Before you begin, measure and mark depth
to ensure that adequate fiat countertop surface
is available.
For cooktop and downdraft combination depth:
, Follow cooktop installation instructions for cooktop
and downdraft combination installation.
, Otherwise, add 2-5/4" to the cooktop cutout depth.
NOTE: Add 2-7/8" to the cooktop cutout depth for
JP328 and JP626.
jo/J oj
3/8" Minimum fiat counter-
top behind cutout requirec
*Required to maintain ULor CSAapprovals
Minimum*

Installation Preparation
PARTS SUPPLIED
Open the carton and remove parts package.
Check contents to be sure all pieces are present.
1 Remote Switch
D
2 Filters
2 Stabilizing Brackets
With Screws
i1 Wire and White
Connector
TOOLS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED
, Large flat-blade screwdriver
. Jigsaw
, Carpenter's square
. Ductwork to suit the installation
. Level
REMOVE PACKAGING
. Remove the shipping materials and the carton;
set carton aside. The carton can be used as a pad
when changing or adjusting vent direction.

Installation Preparation
POWER SUPPLY
A WARNING: SHOCKHAZARD
FOR PERSONAL SAFETY,THIS APPLIANCE MUST
BE PROPERLYGROUNDED.
Remove house fuse or open circuit breaker before
beginning installation.
Do not use an extension cord or adapter plug
with this appliance. Follow National Electrical Code
or prevailing local codes and ordinances.
This downdraft vent must be supplied with 120V,
60 Hz. and connected to an individual, properly
grounded branch circuit, protected by a 15-
or 20-ampere circuit breaker or time-delay fuse.
A properly grounded 3-prong receptacle should
be located within reach of the vent's two-foot power
cord.
,Gas Cooktops
If this vent is installed in combination with a GE
or Monogram gas cooktop, it may operate from
the same duplex outlet.
, Electric Cooktops
If this vent is installed in combination with a GE
or Monogram electric cooktop, the vent must
operate from a separate 120V outlet.
Locate the receptacle inside the cabinet on the right
side wall (see illustration). The receptacle cannot be
placed on the back of the cabinet wall where it may
interfere with the downdraft plenum.
The downdraft vent power cord is to be routed
beneath the cooktop and routed away from heat
generated by the cooktop.
Ensure that the cooktop is installed per
manufacturer's installation instructions.
Locate the Gas or Electrical
Connection Only Within the
Shaded Area
/
/
I J DO NOT Locate
2_9- "
1/2 Gas or Electrical
Connections within
this Area
34" for 36" Models
' 28-1/2" for 30" Models Electrical
Outlet 12"
Above
Cabinet
Floor
I I
IMPORTANT
(Please read carefully.)
The power cord of this appliance is equipped
with a three-prong (grounding) plug which mates
with a standard three-prong grounding wall
receptacle to minimize the possibility of electric
shock. The customer should have the wall
receptacle and circuit checked by a qualified
electrician to make sure the receptacle is
properly grounded and has correct polarity.
, Where a standard two-prong wall receptacle
is encountered, it is the personal responsibility
and obligation of the customer to have it
replaced with a properly grounded three-prong
wall receptacle.
Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove
the third (ground) prong from the power cord.
DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD.

Installation Preparation
VENTING OPTIONS
, The downdraft vent is shipped with the
discharge outlet pointing straight down
and can be changed to the left or right
side.
, The blower outlet is sized for 3-1/4" x 10"
and can be transitioned to 6" round.
Side-to-Side Adjustments:
The entire blower mounting plate can be
adjusted 3-1/2" to the left or right. This will
help to align vent discharge to house
ductwork. Discharge Down
(AsSupplied)
Loosen Screws
to Adjust
3-1/2" to
Left or Right
/........................................
Discharge Down ............
(AsSupplied) .....
/.....................................................................................\
Discharge Left
\
Discharge Direction
The blower assembly may be removed and turned
90 ° for a left- or right-side discharge.
, A left or right 90 ° direction adjustment should be
performed before dropping into the countertop
opening.
, Flatten the shipping box to use as a pad.
, Lay the vent on its back and onto the pad.
To change to a left or right discharge:
, Remove the 4 screws holding the blower and
the mounting plate assembly to the downdraft
vent. Retain screws.
, Remove blower assembly; turn it over to access
the 4 nuts holding the blower to the mounting
plate. Remove the nuts.
IMPORTANT: Do not lift motor by the power cable.
, Turn the blower to the left or right discharge
direction and reinstall the 4 nuts.
, Reinstall blower and mounting plate with original
screws.
To locate the ductwork holes in the cabinet
floor or side walls:
, Temporarily place vent into the countertop
opening.
, Push the vent all the way to the back of the
opening.
, If you are transitioning to 6" round (obtained
Iocally), place transition piece over the discharge
outlet.
, Hark the location and remove the assembly.
, Cut holes and install ductwork connections.
, Order JXRB67 for installation of the blower and
motor below the floor.
9

DUCT
FITTINGS
Use 3-2/4" x 20"
duct. It can
transition to 6"
round.
Installation Preparation
Use this chart to
compute maximum
permissible lengths
for duct runs to
outdoors.
NOTE: Do not exceed
maximum permissible
equivalent lengths!
Downdraft Vent:
I00' maximum
equivalent length
Flexible ducting:
If flexible metal
ducting is used, all the
equivalent feet values
in the table should be
doubled. The flexible
metal duct should be
straight and smooth
and extended as much
as possible.
DO NOT use flexible
plastic ducting.
NOTE: Any home
ventilation system,
such as a cooktop with
a downdraff exhaust
mechanism, may
interrupt the proper
flow of combustion air
and exhaust required
by fireplaces, gas
furnaces, gas water
heaters and other
naturally vented
systems. To minimize
the chance of
interruption of such
naturally vented
systems, follow the
heating equipment
manufacturer's
guidelines and safety
standards such as
those published by
NFPA and ASHRAE.
Duct Piece
(_ 6"
90 ° elbow Z2 ft.
(_ 6"
45° elbow 7 ft.
{_ 3:1/4" x 20"
90 ° elbow 14 ft.
3:1/4" x 10"
45° elbow 8 ft.
3:1/4" x 20"
90 °fiat elbow 33 ft.
[_,_ 6" round
to 3 1/4" x lO"
transition 2 ft.
_ 3:1/4" x 20"
round to 6"
transition 2 ft.
[_ 6" round to
3:1/4" x 20"
transition
90 °elbow 4 ft.
%_, 3 :Y4"x 10" to 6"
round transition
90 °elbow 4 ft.
6" round
wall cap
with damper 24 ft.
3 IY4"x 20"wall cap
with damper 24 ft.
]_ 6" round
roof cap 33 ft.
Equivalent
Dimensions Length*
l ft.
6" round, (per foot
straight length)
z ft.
3-_4" x 20" (per foot
straight length)
Quantity
Used
*Actual length of straight duct plus duct fitting
equivalent. Equivalent length of duct pieces is based
on actual tests conducted by GE Evaluation Engineering
and reflect requirements for good venting performance
with any downdraft cooktop.
Total Duct Run
Total
Equivalent
Length
10

Installation Instructions
[_ INSTALL DOWNDRAFT VENT
(_) One stabilizing bracket must be installed on
each side of the downdraft vent.
, For right-side or straight-down blower
discharge, fasten the stabilizing brackets at
locations A and B.
, For left-side blower discharge, fasten the
stabilizing brackets at locations B and C.
,/ / \, \
J_===_,===_ _===_==_
c B
(_ Place the downdraft vent into the countertop
cutout so that the back flange of the vent is
sitting on top of the countertop.
Note: The downdroft vent may need to be
turned at an angle to fit into the countertop
cutout.
(_ Secure the screws for the stabilizing brackets to
the cabinet back wall.
Cabinet Buck
Bracket
Downdraft Ve_nn__ Location A
(_ When installing the downdraft vent in a tile
countertop surface, it may be necessary to apply
a locally approved caulking to cover any gaps.
(_DCheck that the downdraft vent is vertically level.
Operate the vent 3 to 5 times to ensure proper
installation.
[_]INSTALL DUCTWORK
, The downdraft blower system is designed for use
with 3-1/4" x 10" ductwork. It can be transitioned
to 6" round.
o Ductwork MUST be vented to the outside-never
in a crawl space, attic or other enclosed space.
o 6" PVC duct should be used when installing under
a concrete slab.
NOTE: Local building code must be followed
for installation in specifying approved type and
schedule of PVCduct used.
• DO NOT USE flexible plastic ducting.
, Always use appropriate roof or wall cap with
damper. Laundry-type wall caps should never
be used.
o
o
Use the straightest duct run possible.
For satisfactory performance, the duct run should
not exceed 100 ft. or its equivalent length when
bends or various fittings are used. Refer to the
table of equivalent lengths to calculate your instal-
lotion.
Install ductwork so the piece of duct nearest the
downdroft unit slots INTO the next piece of the
duct. Secure the joints with self-topping screws
and apply duct tope around the joints to ensure on
airtight seal.
Air
Duct Tape
Over Seam and Screw
Flow
11
Screw

Installation Instructions
[-_ INSTALL REMOTE SWITCH
AWARNING: SHOCK HAZARD
Disconnect electrical power from unit before
beginning switch installation. Failure to do so could
result in personal injury or damage to the electrical
controls.
WARNING: BURNHAZARD
The remote switch must be located so that it can be
operated without reaching over the cooktop. Failure
to do so may result in ignition of clothing which could
cause serious injury or death.
Determine the location for the remote switch.
, The remote switch should be located so that the
vertical distance from the floor to the remote
switch is less than 48" and more than 15".
, The remote switch harness is 68" long and should
be installed so that it is not pinched and is away
from moving parts.
Connect Remote Switch to Remote Harness
, Thread the remote harness through the 1/2"-dia.
hole and attach the harness connector to the
remote connector.
Remove the paper backing on the remote switch
foam piece and mount the remote switch on the
countertop such that the switch connectors stay
located in the 1/2"-dia. hole.
, Stick adhesive wire clamp near the 1/2"-dia. hole
and attach the loose wire with a wire tie.
Strain Relief
(Adhesive wire
clamp with tie)
Control
Box
Mating Connectors
Remote Harness
Remote Switch
Foam Piece With
Adhesive Mounting" _
Surface
_ _-- !/2"-Dia. Hole
Strain Relief I_-_
(Adhesivewire clamp _._ _
with tie) _ _ _
fIf )? -Remote
\ II :_ Harness_ 1/2"-Dia.
//I ( Remote
sw,tch
_, /F%%mtiPJgC_urV_hAdhesive
, Drill a 1/2"-dia. hole into the desired location. Use
the mounting bracket as a template to locate the
hole accurately. Check for interference between
the switch cover, adjacent objects and cooktop/
vent overlaps.
, If switch is mounted into a tile surface, drill the
hole between tiles. Use locally approved caulking
to cover any gaps.
, If the remote switch is not installed on the coun-
tertop, ensure that it is installed in a location that
meets local codes and is easily accessible.
Connect Wire Lead to Control Box
, Connect the mating wire ends.
, Place the adhesive wire clamps (provided) near
the mating connector.
, Keep approximately Y'-Iong wire and attach
the wire to the clamp with a wire tie. This will act
as a strain relief.
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Installation Instructions
F41CONNECT POWER
Plug power cord into properly grounded receptacle.
rs] INSTALL FILTERS, CHECK OPERATION
, Press the ON/OFF pad on the control
to raise the vent.
, Slip fingers into the vent holes. Lift the vent
straight up and pull forward.
Retainers
Filter Tabs
, Slide filter into the retainers and close the vent.
, Press the Fan Speed HIGHER pad to start the
blower. Adjust the blower by pressing HIGHER or
LOWER.
, To lower the vent, press the ON/OFF pod.
NOTE: It is not necessary to turn the fan OFF
before lowering the vent. The fan will automatically
turn off when the vent is lowered. When the fan
is not turned off before lowering the vent, it will
automatically come on at the previously set speed
when the vent is fully raised.
IMPORTANT: The vent can be activated by pressing
the pads on the switch. Do not use excessive force
or sharp objects to activate the switch. Damage
could occur and void the warranty.
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Notes
14

Notes
15

NOTE:While performing installations described in this book,
safety glasses or goggles should be worn.
NOTE:Product improvement is a continuing endeavor
at General Electric. Therefore, materials, appearance
and specifications are subject to change without notice.
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