GE PVB98STSS User manual

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Installation
Instructions
Downdraft Vent Systems
PVB94
PVB98
ZVB30
ZVB36

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Safety Information
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK
OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSONS,
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING.
A. Use this unit only in the manner intended by the
manufacturer. If you have questions, contact the
manufacturer.
B. Before service or cleaning unit, switch power
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disconnecting means to prevent power from
being switched on accidentally. When the service
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fasten a prominent warning device, such as a tag,
to the service panel.
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exhaust hazardous or explosive materials and
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rated construction.
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guidelines and safety standards such as those
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air system in accordance with local building code
requirements. Visit GEAppliances.com for available
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and to properly exhaust air, be sure to duct air
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within walls or ceilings or into attics, crawl spaces
or garages.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
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IMPORTANT– Observe all governing
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 – Installation of these vents require
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Completion Time – 1 to 3 hours.
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installer. Product failure due to improper
installation is not covered under the warranty.
If you received a damaged vent, you should
immediately contact your dealer 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: SHOCK HAZARD
This appliance must be properly grounded.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, USE ONLY METAL
DUCTWORK.

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Design Information
CONTENTS
Design Information
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Installation Preparation
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Tools and Materials Required .............................................7
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Venting Options.........................................................................9
Ductwork
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Installation Instructions
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PRODUCT DIMENSIONS
A B
30"Models 30" "
36"Models 36" "
ACCESSORIES
JXRB67 – Optional accessory for indoor remote
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when the blower and motor assembly will be located
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Design Information
ADVANCE PLANNING
Remote Switch
The 30" and 36" Monogram models and the 30" and 36"
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to install the switch in a convenient location outside of
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Downdraft Vent and Cooktop Cutout
The installation of these downdraft vents with any GE
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Before you begin, review the combination cutout
illustrations on page 6.
Countertop Requirements
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Base Cabinet Requirements
Review the installation preparation on Page 6 to ensure
the base cabinet is deep enough to accommodate the
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locations allow the vent to be properly secured. Ensure
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Before you begin, you must:
1. Review countertop dimension illustrations to be
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burner box, the vent and the cutout clearance from
the front.
4. When countertop and cabinet depth present a
problem, review Creative Solutions.
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requirements.
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with minimal adjustments.
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design calls for an
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installation, move
the base cabinet
forward 3" to 5".
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complementary
moldings can be
added to exposed
cabinet sides.
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peninsula, use
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countertop.
The countertop
overhang at
the front can be
adjusted to meet
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requirements.
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the front edge of the countertop. Include the trim
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Cover Panel
End
Panel
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per Cooktop
Clearances
Must be
Maintained
Base
Cabinet
Filler Panel Base Sink
Filler Panel
Maintain Cutout Clearances
to Front Edge as Specified be moved forward, providing additional countertop
depth and interior cabinet space.
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false walls should be constructed inside the cabinet
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Design Information
Clearances
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remote locations.
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instruction for appropriate clearances.
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Ductwork
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duct run is 100 feet.
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round.
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into a crawl space, attic or other enclosed space.
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Order the cap in advance.
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air system in accordance with local building
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Electrical and Gas Locations
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of the cabinet because it may interfere with the
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for information on location of electrical and gas
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long power cord.
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standard duplex outlet.
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connections to avoid interference when installed
with a downdraft vent or other cabinetry features.
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top.

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Installation Preparation
CUTOUTS AND CLEARANCES
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rear and front cuts are exactly perpendicular
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to the front edge of the countertop.
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guide.
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bottom to ensure it meets the minimum width
requirements .
30" COOKTOP AND DOWNDRAFT
COMBINATION
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installation instructions.
IMPORTANT: The countertop cutout depth requires
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minimum total countertop depth.
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is available.
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and downdraft combination installation.
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top behind cutout required
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Cooktop Cooktop
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36" COOKTOP AND DOWNDRAFT
COMBINATION
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minimum total countertop depth.
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is available.
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and downdraft combination installation.
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top behind cutout required
Installation Preparation
PARTS SUPPLIED
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TOOLS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED
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REMOVE PACKAGING
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set carton aside. The carton can be used as a pad
when changing or adjusting vent direction.
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8
Installation Preparation
IMPORTANT
(Please read carefully.)
The power cord of this appliance is equipped with
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customer should have the wall receptacle and
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sure the receptacle is properly grounded and has
correct polarity.
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encountered, it is the personal responsibility and
obligation of the customer to have it replaced
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receptacle.
Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove
the third (ground) prong from the power cord.
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beginning installation.
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prevailing local codes and ordinances.
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60 Hz. and connected to an individual, properly
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cord.
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If this vent is installed in combination with a GE or
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same duplex outlet.
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If this vent is installed in combination with a GE
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interfere with the downdraft plenum.
The downdraft vent power cord is to be routed
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34" for 36" Models
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9
Installation Preparation
VENTING OPTIONS
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discharge outlet pointing straight down
and can be changed to the left or right
side.
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and can be transitioned to 6" round.
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Side-to-Side Adjustments:
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will help to align vent discharge to house
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Discharge Direction
The blower assembly may be removed and turned
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performed before dropping into the countertop
opening.
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To change to a left or right discharge:
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mounting plate assembly to the downdraft vent.
Retain screws.
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4 nuts holding the blower to the mounting plate.
Remove the nuts.
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direction and reinstall the 4 nuts.
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screws.
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10
Installation Preparation
DUCT
FITTINGS
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duct. It can
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round.
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1 ft.
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1 ft.
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6"
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6"
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6" round
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round to 6"
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6" round to
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transition
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6" round
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wall cap
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6" round
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compute maximum
permissible lengths
for duct runs to
outdoors.
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maximum permissible
equivalent lengths!
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equivalent. Equivalent length of duct pieces is based
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Downdraft Vent: 100' maximum
equivalent length
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equivalent feet values in the table should
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be straight and smooth and extended as
much as possible.
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of combustion air and exhaust required by
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and other naturally vented systems. To
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naturally vented systems, follow the heating
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safety standards such as those published
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11
1 INSTALL DOWNDRAFT VENT
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each side of the downdraft vent.
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discharge, IDVWHQWKHVWDELOL]LQJEUDFNHWVDW
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BPlace the downdraft vent into the countertop
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sitting on top of the countertop.
Note: The downdraft vent may need to be
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cutout.
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Operate the vent 3 to 5 times to ensure proper
installation.
Installation Instructions
2 INSTALL DUCTWORK
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6" round.
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in a crawl space, attic or other enclosed space.
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concrete slab.
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installation in specifying approved type and schedule
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be used.
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not exceed 100 ft. or its equivalent length when
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of equivalent lengths to calculate your installation.
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downdraft unit slots INTO the next piece of the duct.
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duct tape around the joints to ensure an airtight seal.
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should be a 1/8” minimum gap between the
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12
Installation Instructions
3 INSTALL REMOTE SWITCH
Connect Wire Lead to Control Box
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the mating connector.
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the wire to the clamp with a wire tie. This will act
as a strain relief.
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vent overlaps.
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to cover any gaps.
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tertop, ensure that it is installed in a location that
meets local codes and is easily accessible.
Connect Remote Switch to Remote Harness
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hole and attach the harness connector to the
remote connector.
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foam piece and mount the remote switch on the
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and attach the loose wire with a wire tie.
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result in personal injury or damage to the electrical
controls.
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to do so may result in ignition of clothing which could
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switch is less than 48" and more than 15".
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be installed so that it is not pinched and is away
from moving parts.
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Installation Instructions
4 CONNECT POWER
Plug power cord into properly grounded receptacle.
5 INSTALL FILTERS, CHECK OPERATION
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to raise the vent.
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straight up and pull forward.
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before lowering the vent. The fan will automatically
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automatically come on at the previously set speed
when the vent is fully raised.
IMPORTANT: The vent can be activated by pressing
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could occur and void the warranty.
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safety glasses or goggles should be worn.
NOTE: Product improvement is a continuing endeavor
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