GILES FSH-4 Hood Installation and operating instructions

Operations & Service Manual FSH-4 Hood
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Printed in USA, Form 65497 (Rel. Date: Apr.2009, Re . Date: Feb.2020. Re . G)

LIMITED WARRANTY
• Subjec o he erms and condi ions of his Limi ed Warran y as herein s a ed, all Giles En erprises Inc. (here-
af er referred o as “Giles”) food service equipmen and par s purchased new from an au horized Giles rep-
resen a ive are warran ed as o defec s in ma erial or workmanship for a period of wen y-four (24) mon hs
from he da e of ins alla ion, provided, however, ha wi h regard o labor cos s in connec ion wi h his war-
ran y, see below. All ins alla ions mus be made by a qualified ins alling agency in accordance wi h all appli-
cable codes and/or regula ions in he jurisdic ion in which ins alled. Limi ed warran y coverage is ex ended
only o he original owner and is void if he uni is resold.
• During he Limi ed Warran y period, Giles will replace or recondi ion, a i s fac ory, any par or par s of his
uni which Giles inspec ors judge defec ive, provided he uni has been properly ins alled, subjec ed o nor-
mal usage, and opera ed and main ained in accordance wi h specified procedures. This Limi ed Warran y
does no cover cosme ic damage, and damage due o ac s of God, acciden , misuse, al era ion, negligence,
abuse, or use of unor hodox repair me hods. All par s replaced under his Limi ed Warran y carry only he
unexpired erm of his Limi ed Warran y. Limi ed Warran y service may be furnished only by an au horized
Giles service represen a ive.
• If Limi ed Warran y service is reques ed, Giles will dispa ch fac ory-au horized service represen a ives o
inspec , repair, recondi ion, or replace uni s of i s manufac ure wi h such labor being rendered wi hou cos
o owner for wen y-four (24) mon hs from he da e of ins alla ion. O herwise, service, including labor and
ranspor a ion charges or o her expenses, in connec ion wi h he removal or ins alla ion of any par or par s
supplied under his Limi ed Warran y, are specified on he original sales con rac be ween he purchaser and
he au horized Giles represen a ive.
•Failure to use Giles OEM replacement parts and Giles OEM filters may void this Warranty.
• Giles reserves he righ o change or improve i s equipmen and/or par s in any way wi hou obliga ion o
al er such equipmen or par s previously manufac ured.
• Giles makes no fur her warran ies, express or implied, including implied warran ies of merchan abili y or fi -
ness for a par icular purpose, and has no o her obliga ion or liabili y no specifically s a ed herein.
• Repair or replacemen as provided under his limi ed warran y is he exclusive remedy. Giles shall no be
liable for any inciden al or consequen ial damages for breach of any express or implied warran y on his
produc , excep o he ex en prohibi ed by applicable law. Any implied warran y of merchan abili y or fi -
ness for a par icular purpose on his produc is limi ed in dura ion o he dura ion of his limi ed warran y.
• Used Giles food service equipmen or par s, or Giles food service equipmen or par s no purchased from an
au horized Giles represen a ive, carry no warran ies, express or implied.

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Model: FSH-4 HoodTable Of Contents
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v
Safety Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v
Specific Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vi
1. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.01 Construction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.02 Standard Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.03 Optional Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.04 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.04.1 Overall Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.04.2 Agency Certifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.04.3 Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
2. Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.01 Location. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.02 Unpac ing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.03 Stand & Hood Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.04 Coo ing Appliance Limitations & Clearances. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.04.1 Fryer Limitations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.04.2 Fryer Clearances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.04.3 Oven Limitations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.04.4 Oven Clearances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.04.5 Griddle Limitations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
2.04.6 Griddle Clearances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
2.04.7 Range Limitations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2.04.8 Range Clearances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2.05 Electrical Specifications - Hood Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
2.05.1 Electrical Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
2.05.2 Routing Power Conduit & Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.05.3 Hood and Appliance Interloc Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.06 Fire Suppression System Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
2.06.1 Fire Suppression System Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
2.06.2 Fire Suppression Detector Lin s & Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
2.06.3 Appliance Nozzles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
2.06.4 Fire Extinguisher Nozzle Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
3. Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
3.01 Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
3.02 Filter Chamber & Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
3.03 Accessories Items Included w/Hood. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

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5. Hood Cleaning and Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
5.01 Monthly Hood Interloc Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
5.02 Quarterly Hood Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
5.03 Fire Suppression System Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
5.03.1 Semi-Annual Fire Suppression Inspection & Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
5.03.2 Annual Fire Suppression System Inspection & Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
5.03.3 12-Year Fire Suppression System Inspection & Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
5.04 Maintenance & Service Log. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
6. Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
6.01 Troubleshooting Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
7. Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
7.01 Parts Ordering & Service Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
7.02 Component Drawer & Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
7.03 Hood Front - Opened . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
7.04 Under-Hood Filters & Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
7.05 Doors & Front Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
4. Operation Filter Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
4.01 Starting the Hood. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
4.02 Filter System, Filter Maintenance & Filter Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
4.02.1 Ventless Hood Filter Table. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
4.02.2 Baffle Filter Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
4.02.3 Baffle Filter Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
4.02.4 Pre-Filter Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
4.02.5 Pre-Filter Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
4.02.6 E.A.C. Filter Cell Removal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
4.02.7 E.A.C. Filter Cell Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
4.02.8 Charcoal Filter Removal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
4.02.9 Charcoal Filter Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
4.03 Hood Filter Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
4.03.1 Baffle, Pre-Filter or Charcoal Filter Missing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
4.03.2 Baffle, Pre-Filter or Charcoal Filter Clogged. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
4.03.3 E.A.C. Filter Status & Alarm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
4.04 Filter Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
4.04.1 Baffle Filter Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
4.04.2 E.A.C. Filter Cell Cleaning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
4.04.3 Pre-Filter Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
4.04.4 Charcoal Filter Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

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Model: FSH-4 HoodSafety
Safety Overview:
The infor ation contained in this anual has been prepared to describe the proper procedures for safely installing,
operating and aintaining Gi es Food Service Equipment.
Throughout the anual, safety precautions are identified by a hazard alert sy bol and key words such as DANGER,
WARNING or CAUTION. Alert infor ation precedes the tasks to which it applies. Suggested, reco ended, or
other noteworthy infor ation is identified as NOTES, or will be noted as IMPORTANT!. Additionally, certain words
are used to indicate a specific eaning, or to add e phasis as follows:
Shall: understood to be andatory.
Should: understood to be advisory.
May: understood to be per issive.
Will: indicates a future event or condition to occur.
Indicates an i inently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in serious personal injury, even
death.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in serious injury, even death.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, ay result in inor to oderate injury. This
notification is also used as an alert to unsafe practices.
If used without the safety alert sy bol, indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, ay
result in equip ent and/or property da age, and ay void the factory warranty.
NOTE or IMPORTANT!
Identifies suggested, reco ended, or other i portant infor ation.
Hazard Alert Sy bols are used in conjunction with key words, such as DANGER, WARNING, or
CAUTION,to alert Users to potential personal injury hazards and/or poor operating practices. These will
i ediately precede precautionary easures pertaining to avoiding such hazards or practices. Adhere to all
infor ation following these sy bols to avoid possible injury, or even death. Failure to do so ay also void the
factory warranty.
This product can expose users to chemica s inc uding ead, nicke , a uminum, brass, carbon, copper or BPA
which are known in the state of Ca ifornia to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm. For
more information go to: www.p65warnings.ca.gov.

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Safety
Specific Safety Precautions:
Model: FSH-4 Hood
For your safety, please observe the following precautions when operating or servicing this GILES food service
equip ent. Adhering to the following i portant safety infor ation will help to prevent personal injury and/or
da age to the equip ent.
• Before cleaning or perfor ing aintenance, place power switch in the [OFF] position. To re ove all power
fro the appliance, unplug power cord or turn OFF power at the electrical panel supplying the unit.
• Failure to place Power Switch in the [OFF] position when replacing filters, could result in equip ent da age,
electrical shock and/or serious personal injury.
• DO NOT wash down interior or exterior of hood with water fro a spray hose.
• Failure to co ply with DANGER notices will result in serious injury, even death; or da age to equip ent and/or
property and ay void the factory warranty.
• Ventless/recirculating hoods are not suitable for every co ercial food service application. Failure to fully
co ply with all site require ents and installation li itations as outlined in the GFSE Hood Approva Letter
and this Manua , ay result in poor or highly unsatisfactory hood perfor ance.
• DO NOT use ventless/recirculating hoods with gas-fired cooking appliance due to high potential of inhalation
hazard due to carbon onoxide build-up in the kitchen area. Hood is approved ONLY for use with electrically
heated appliances.
• Prior to installation, consult a qualified electrician to ensure that installation will co ply with all electrical
require ents and codes.
• The unit ust be adequately and properly grounded. I proper grounding ay result in electrical shock to the
user. Always refer to local electrical code to ensure proper grounding of this or any other electrical equip ent.
• Check the rating label on the unit to deter ine the proper power supply required. Always consult with an
electrician, or other qualified service technician, to ensure that circuit breakers and wiring are of sufficient rating
and gauge to power this equip ent. A wiring diagra has been provided with the unit as an aid for technicians.
The unit ust be installed and electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local
codes, in accordance with the National Electrical Code, NFPA 70.
• I proper installation, alterations of the unit, or i proper service/ aintenance could result in serious injury,
even death; equip ent and/or property da age; and will potentially void the factory warranty.
•DO NOT use or store fla able liquids, or aterials that produce fla able vapors, in the vicinity of this or
any other appliance!
• Failure to co ply with WARNING notices could result in serious injury, even death; da age to equip ent
and/or property; and will potentially void the factory warranty.

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Model: FSH-4 HoodSafety
Specific Safety Precautions:
• Exercise care when re oving wooden crate fra ework and the unit fro shipping pallet. The hood is very
heavy; extre e care and precaution ust be exercised when handling/asse bling the stand and ounting hood
onto stand.
• When oving the unit into the final location after ounting hood to stand, use extre e caution, as the
asse bled unit is very top-heavy.
• Once located, be sure unit is properly leveled and anchored.
• DO NOT operate the appliance, unless the intended function of co ponents and all operating procedures are
fully understood (see Section 3). Once you have read and fully understand Section 3, closely follow the
instructions presented in this Manual to avoid equip ent da age or alfunction.
• The appliance is not intended to be used by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or
ental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given adequate instruction
and/or supervision concerning use by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be kept clear of the
appliance.
• When working in a kitchen environ ent, take necessary precautions to avoid injury due to HOT cooking
appliances, utensils, tools, etc. As applicable, always wear ther al protection, such as oven itts or gloves,
when handling hot pans, utensils or foods.
• Failure to co ply with CAUTION notices ay result in inor to oderate personal injury, da age to equip ent
or property, and potentially void the warranty.
• So e co ponents and controls are i pact-sensitive. To avoid da age and aintain proper operation, exercise
care when oving ite s and working near the hood.
• Handle the Electronic Air Cleaner (E.A.C.) cell carefully. DO NOT bend the collection plates (fins) or break the
ionizer wires, as this will significantly reduce the perfor ance of the air cleaning syste and can eventually
cause power supplying the fryer beneath hood to be shutdown.
• DO NOT atte pt to dry the E.A.C. cell after cleaning by installing it and running the hood. NEVER PLACE A WET
E.A.C. CELL INTO THE HOOD, as doing so can potentially da age the syste and cause i proper operation.
Such da age is NOT cover by the factory warranty.
• When cleaning the appliance:
- DO NOT stea clean hood.
- DO NOT clean with products containing chlorine, or other corrosive che icals.
- DO NOT use abrasive products, steel wool or scouring pads.
- DO NOT use oven cleaner products.
• DO NOT alter, add attach ents, or otherwise odify this equip ent! DO NOT attach any type of ductwork
extensions to the hood exhaust in an atte pt to redirect airflow.
• Failure to co ply with CAUTION notices ay result in da age to equip ent or property. Such da ages are
NOT covered by the factory warranty.

NOTE:
▪When received, If da age to the shipping pallet is evident, i ediately and thoroughly inspect the equip ent
and it accessories. Notify the freight co pany of any da ages. Generally, negotiating freight da age clai s
shall be the responsibility of the Custo er.
▪Co ply with all appropriate state and/or local heath regulations regarding cleaning and sanitation of any
foodservice equip ent.
▪To clean difficult surface areas, having excessive build-up of grease residue, GILES reco ends using a ild,
biodegradable, non-toxic degreasing cleaner such as Simp e Green® Crysta Foaming Spray C eaner/Degreaser.
▪GILES assu es no responsibility in regard to code co pliance for installation and use of Ventless Recirculating
Ventilation equip ent. The custo er is responsible for obtaining all of the necessary approvals fro Authorities
Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) concerning installation and use of this equip ent.
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Specific Safety Precautions:

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C ntr l Panel:
• LED indicat r lights display the perf rmance status f r each f the tw (2) Electr nic Air Cleaner c llect r cells.
• Indicat r lights sh w status the h d’s perating status, pr viding signals that attenti n is required f r c nditi ns
which may be affecting perf rmance ... missing filters, mis-aligned filters, cl gged filters, airfl w bstructi ns, etc.
•APPLIANCE POWERED light indicates whether r n t under-h d appliances are being supplied p wered.
Filters:
• (2) Baffle Filters - capture and rem ve large grease particulate.
• (2) Pre-Filters - capture and rem ve smaller grease particulate and m isture.
• (2) Electr nic Air Cleaner (E.A.C.) Cells - electr statically capture fine particle air c ntaminates.
• (2) Charc al Filters - help t c ntr l undesirable c king ar mas in the exhaust air.
Push-T -Start P wer:
H d/appliance c mbinati n will n t aut matically restart when p wer is rest red after an interrupti n. P wer
switch must be pressed t start the h d and p wer appliances. C mplies with c de requirements in s me
jurisdicti ns.
Pre-plumbed f r Fire Suppressi n System:
Fact ry pre-plumbed and ready f r c nnecti n t a listed fire suppressi n system (Ansul R-102 wet chemical).
Includes piping, plenum n zzles (not appliance drop-downs), detect r link brackets and c nduit. The fire
extinguishing s stem, field installation/set-up, testing and final charging shall be provided b the purchaser,
and must be supplied b an authorized Ansul Distributor/Dealer ... not included with hood purchase.
H d is c nstructed primarily f Series 430 stainless steel; 16, 18 & 20 Ga.
1. Introduction
THANK YOU f r purchasing the Giles Model FSH-4 Ventless Recirculating Hood w/72” Floor Stand, manufactured
by Giles Enterprises, Inc., M ntg mery, Alabama (USA), hereafter referred t as "GILES". Giles Ventless H d
techn l gy is the result f extensive engineering, research and devel pment. Every unit is th r ughly inspected
and tested pri r t shipment t ensure it perates flawlessly after installati n. With pr per care and maintenance
these units sh uld pr vide years f tr uble-free service.
T help pr tect y ur investment, we rec mmend that y u take the time t review this Manual and bec me familiar
with the pr cedures in it pertaining t installati n, perati n, cleaning and maintenance. Adherence t
rec mmended pr cedures will minimize p tential f r c stly “d wntime” and future repair expense.
Please retain this Manual f r future reference.
1.01 Construction
1.02 Design Features
1.03 Optional Features
HEPA Filter M del:
A h d m del equipped with (2) replaceable HEPA filters as an alternative t the standard Electr nic Air Cleaner
system.

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1.04 Specifications
1.04.1 O erall Dimensions
(C)
(B) INSIDE
53 1/4
1352.5
14 355.6 MIN.
MIN. FROM FLOOR TO CEILING:
49 11/16
1262.54
( A )
39 3/8 999.61
( D )
42 3/16
1070.83 CEILING
54
1371.58
43 5/8
1108.02
( E )
INCHES [mm]
[A]
(B) INSIDE
(C)
(D)
(E)
Dim. FSH-4
[A] 48-11/16 [1236.7]
[B] 45-1/16 [1144.6]
[C] 50-3/8 [1279.5]
— With 72” Fl r Stand —
[D] 72 [1828.8]
[E] 115-5/8 [2936.9]

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Hood Crated Weight Uncrated Weight (approx)
FSH-4 (w/Stand) 835 lbs [379 kg] 710 lbs [322 kg]
1.04.2 Agency Certifications
1.04.3 Weights
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2. Installation
2.01 Location
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1. A minimum clearance of 14” (355.6 mm) must be maintained between the top of the hood exhaust outlet and
the ceiling, or other overhead obstruction.
2. DO NOT attach additional ductwor to the exhaust outlet in an attempt to redirect airflow. Resulting bac
pressure can significantly reduce hood capture and result in unsatisfactory performance.
DO NOT attempt to by-pass the ceiling clearance requirement by directing exhaust air into a ceiling niche, or
space above a suspended ceiling.
This section summarizes procedures necessary for proper equipment installation. To help avoid personal injury or
equipment damage, be sure to adhere to all of these recommended procedures.
Installation expense (materials & labor) is completely t e Purc aser’s responsibility. Generally, it is advisable to
engage t e services of a professional commercial kitc en equipment specialist, a licensed electrician, and/or a
qualified HVAC contractor to assist wit t e details of installation. Call Gi es Technica Support @ 800.554.4537, if
assistance is required.
The hood is factory assembled with piping, conduit, nozzles, detector lin brac ets, and exhaust fire damper. Upon
installation It must be connected to a, customer provided, fire suppression system specified by the UL listing, which
is the Ansu ® R-102 Wet Chemica system. The system. field installation/set-up, testing and final commissioning
shall be provided by the purchaser, and must be supplied an authorized Ansu Distributor/Dea er.
IMPORTANT!!
Before installing t e GILES Recirculating/Ventless Hood system ensure t at, A). all necessary approvals from local
code aut orities ave been obtained, B). t e appliances to be used wit t e ood are all wit in t e ood’s listing
limitations, as outlined in Section 2.04, and C). t e installation site complies wit t e specific requirements and
limitations outlined in t e GFSE Recircu ating/Vent ess Hood Approva Letter (HAL). T e HAL is available for
review or download at www.gfse.com under t e SUPPORT tab in VENTLESS DOCUMENTS.
To ensure satisfactory ood performance after installation, t e intended site MUST comply wit minimum
requirements for kitc en size (>600 sq ft), ceiling eig t, fres outdoor air make-up, supplemental ex aust
ventilation, clearances, etc. as stipulated in Giles’ Hood Approval Letter.
•MAXIMUM of 1 ood per 600 sq ft of commercial kitc en space.
•Fres outside air make-up must be equal to a MINIMUM of fifteen (15) complete room air exc anges per our.
•Giles makes no representations as to proper design or layout of an establis ment in w ic t e ventless ood
will be used. Furt er, Giles does not perform site inspections prior to installation of any of its units.
• When operating, the hood produces a sound level of approximately 75 dB.
•DO NOT ALTER, ADD ATTACHMENTS OR OTHERWISE MODIFY THIS EQUIPMENT.
•Fai ure to comp y with insta ation requirements as specified by the Gi es Hood Approva Letter wi void the
factory warranty.

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IMPORTANT NOTE!!
If there is evidence of damage to the palletized unit, or any of the accompanying items, immediately and
thoroughly inspect the unit and all components. Notify the freight company of all damages. Generally, it is the
responsibility of the Customer to file and negotiate freight damage claims with freight carriers.
2.02 Unpacking
Unit is shipped on a wooden pallet, secured by high-tensile plastic strapping and wrapped in machine-applied
stretch wrap. In most cases a wooden framewor is built around the unit for added protection. Unpac unit as
follows:
1. Position pallet in an area that provides adequate space for unpac ing.
2. Remove the plastic stretch wrap, strapping and other pac aging materials as necessary.
3. Carefully remove the hood stand components (sides, bac panels, trim pieces & appliance channels) from the
shipping s id using suitable equipment and/or sufficient manpower and safe wor practices. Stage all
components for installation or assembly.
4. Generally, the two (2) stainless baffle filters are pac ed on top of the hood. If so, secure them and place for
safe eeping.
5. Carefully remove any wooden supports and/or framewor that might be attached.
6. Locate and secure the envelope containing Warranty Card and any other documentation or hardware provided
for installation.
7. It is preferable to leave the hood unit on the pallet so that handling equipment can be used to move it to the
desired permanent location after the stand is assembled and in place.
• Unit is very heavy and bul y! Use suitable equipment and/or sufficient manpower to lift and move the Hood
from the shipping s id. See Section 1.04.4, Weights.
• Ta e care when removing and disposing of pac aging materials.
• When moving and handling the hood, ta e special care not damage the bottom s irting. Dragging unit along
the floor or lifting using the bottom edge has the potential to damage the s irt portion.
• Failure to comply with these CAUTION notices may result in moderate to minor injury, equipment or property
damage, and could void the warranty.
NOTE:
Items needed for stand and hood assemb y (fasteners & tube of high temperature si icone) are provided with
the hood. A other expenses for materia , abor, equipment renta s, etc. is the responsibi ty of the purchaser,
not inc uded with hood purchase.
Assemble stand with provided hardware and fasteners as shown as shown by the following instruction. Use the
provided tube of high-temp silicone, applying as shown.
2.03 Stand & Hood Assembly
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2.03 Stand & Hood Assembly - continued
Use extreme care when mounting hood onto stand, or when moving
the assemb ed hood &stand into a fina ocation. The assemb y is
very heavy and wi be extreme y top-heavy.
Install upper bac panel.
TRIM CAP
ADJUST LEGS TO LEVEL HOOD.
ANCHOR LEGS TO FLOOR, AS
REQUIRED BY LOCAL CODE.
TRIM CAP
TABS ON CHANNELS
SHOULD FIT INTO SLOTS
ALONG BOTTOM EDGE OF
STAND SIDES.

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Hood Max. Tem . Max. kW In ut Max. Shortening
Ca acity
Max Cooking
Surface ( er
Fryer)
Max Cooking
Surface (Total)
FSH-4 350°20 W per Fryer
40 W Total 20 gal. 576 sq. in. 576 sq. in.
Inc es [mm]
2.04 Cooking Appliance Limitations & Clearances
2.04.1 Fryer Limitations (Electrically Heated Appliances ONL )
2.04.2 Fryer Clearances (Side-to-Side Overhang Not Applicable w/Floor Stand)
Dim. FSH-4
[A] 48-11/16 [1236.7]
[A]
The diagrams in this section depict ceiling suspended hoods over various appliances. The side clearance minimum
dimensions shown in these illustrations will not apply to current free-standing hood versions. The entire width of
the stand s irt is usable for coo ing appliances.

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Hood Max. Tem . Max. kW In ut
(Total)
FSH-4 500°55 W
Inc es [mm]
2.04.3 Oven Limitations (Electrically Heated Appliances ONL )
[A]
Dim. FSH-4
[A] 48-11/16 [1236.7]
2.04.4 Oven Clearances

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Hood Max. Tem . Max. kW In ut Max Cooking Surface
FSH-4 400°25 42 X 42
Inc es [mm]
2.04.5 Griddle Limitations (Electrically Heated Appliances ONL )
2.04.6 Griddle Clearances (Side-to-Side Overhang Not Applicable w/Floor Stand)
Dim. FSH-4
[A] 48-11/16 [1236.7]
[A]