Monogram Monogram Downdraft Vent System User manual

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Owaaer's Manual
Downdraft Vent
System
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Consurner Information
Downdraft Vent System
Introduction Your new Monogram downdraft vent system makes an eloquent statement of style, convenience
and kitchen planning flexibility, Whether you chose it for its purity of desigu, assiduous attention
to detail-or for both of these reasons-you'll find that your Monogram downdraft vent system's
superior blend of forrn and function will delight you for years to come.
Your Monogram downdraff vent system was designed to proxdde the flexibility to blend in with
your kitchen cabineu T, Its sleek design can be beautifully integrated into the kitchen,
The information on the following pages will help you operate and maintain your downdraff vent
system properly,
Contents Care and Cleaning
Grease Filters ...................................... 8
Painted or StainIess Steel Surfaces ............. 8
Consumer Services
Before You Call For Service ....................... 9
Important Phone Numbers ................. 10
Model and Serial Numbers ..................... 2
Safety Instructions .......................... 4, 5
Warranty .......................................... 11, I2
Downdraft Vent System
Canning ........................................... 7
Cooking Tips ........................................ 7
Raising or Lowering the Vent System .......... 6, 7
Selector Switch .................................... 6
Before
using your
downdrafl
vent system
Read this guide carefully., It is intended to help
you operate and maintain your new downdraft
vent system properly,
Keep it handy for answers to your quesfions_
PLEASE NOTE: The downdraft vent system you
have purchased was designed to be used _th
Monogram cooktops listed in the installafion
instructions,
If you don't understand something or need
more help, there is a list of toll-free consumer
service numbers included in the back section
of this manual,,
OR
Visit our Website at: www.monogram,com
Write down
the model
& serial
numbers
These numbers are on the Consumer Product
Ownership Registration Card packed
separately with your downdraft vent system,
Before sending in this card, please write these
numbers here:
Model Number
Serial Number
Use these numbers in any correspondence
or service calls concerning your downdraft
vent system,

f you
received a
damaged
downdraf!
vent system
immediately contact the dealer (or builder)
that sold you the downdraft vent system.
Save time
& money Before you request service, check, the Before You It lists causes of minor operating problems that
Call For Service section in the back oi["this guide, you can correct yourself,
if you need
,service To obtain service, see the Consumer Services
page in the back of tahisguide.
We're proud of our service and want you to be
pleased. If for some reason you are not happy
with the service you receive, here are two steps
to follow for further help.
For customers in the USA :
FIRST, contact the people who serviced your
appliance. Explain why you are not pleased.
In most cases, this will solve the problem-
NEXT, if you are still not pleased, write all the
details-including your phone number-to:
Manager, Customer Relations
GE Appliances
Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
For customers in Canada:
FIRST, contact the people who serviced your
appliance° Explain why you are not pleased°
in most cases, this will solve the problem.
NEXT, if you are sdll not pleased, "a,rite all the
details-including your phone number-to:
Manager, Consumer Relations
Camco inc.
1Factory Lane, Suite 310
Moncton, N .B.E1C 9M3

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
AWAR NING!
For your safety, the information in this guide must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or
explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
AWARNING!-TO REDUCE THE RLSK OFFIRE, ELECTRIC
SHOCK, OR I3_fR Y TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE,
FOLLOWING:
['A-] Use this unit only in the manner intended
by the manufacturer. If you have any
questions, contact the manufacturer
NBefore servicing or cleaning unit, switch
power offat sen, ice panel and lock the
service disconnecting means to prevent
power from being sMtched on accidentally.
When the service disconnecting means
cannot be locked, securely fasten a
prominent warning device, such as a tag,
to the ser,Ace panel
CAUTION: Forgeneralven_lating
use only, Do not use to exhaust hazardous or
explosive materials and vapors°
•Installation work and electrical wiring must be
done by qualified person(s) in accordance
with all applicable codes and standards,
including fire-rated construction.
•When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling,
do not damage electrical wiring and other
hidden utilides,
.Ducted fans must always be vented to the
outdoors.
Sufficient air is needed for proper
combustion and exhausting of gases through
the flue (chimney) of fuel-burning equipment
to prevent backdrafting_ Follow the heating
equipment manufacturer's guideline and
safety standards such as those published by
the National Fire Protection Association
(NFPA), and the American Society for
Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
Engineers (ASHRA_E), and the local code
authorities,
•To reduce the risk of fire, use only metal
ductworko
•PVC sewer pipe can be used as duct under
concrete slab if allowed by local code board°
•This unit must be grounded.
SAFE _PRE CA UTIONS-WARNING TO RED UCE TItE RISK
OF A RANGE TOP 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 cooking flaming foodso
@
0_
Clean ventilating ikns frequently_ Grease
should not be allowed to accumulate on
fan or filter_
Use proper pan size. Always use cookware
appropriate for the size of the surface
element.
4

SAFE TY Pt_ CA UTIONS-WARNING- TO RED UCE THE
RLSK OF INflJR Y TO PERSONS IN TI_ EVENT OF A RANGE
TOP GREASE FIRE, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWFNG: *
[] SMOTHER FLAMES with a close-fitting lid, [_
cookie sheet, or metal tray, then turn off
the burner, BE CAREFUL TO PREVENT [_
BURNS, If the flames do not go out
immediately, EVACUATE AND CALL
THE. FIRE. DEPARTMENT,
The fire department is being called.
You can fight the fire with ),our back
to an exit.,
*Betted on "Kitchen Firesafety Tips "published by
NFPA ,,
0_] NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN--
You may be burned.
_] DO NOT USE WATER, including wet
dishcloths or towets-a violent steam
explosion will resulL
[] Use an extinguisher ONLY if:
[] You know you have a Class ABC
exdngq.lisher, and you already lmow
how to operate it,
[_] The fire is smalt and contained in die
area where it started,
CA UTI ON: Forgeneralventilating
use only, Do not use to exhaust hazardous or
explosive materials and vapors,
Make sure all fingers are away from the
downdraff top when it is lowered.
SER VICJNG
If You Need Service...
Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of'
the dovmdraft system unless it is specifically
recommended in this guide, All other servicing
should be referred to a qualified technician,
Be sure elecu-ical power is offbef0re servicing
the uniL
It may be necessary to remove the dmmdraft
blower system in order to service components
such as the blower motor or air vent
mechanism
Disconnect power to the cooktop and remove
it first Reverse the steps in the Install the
Downdraff section to remove the blower,
Service parts are available from a GE Service
and Parts Center,
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Using the Downdraft System
Downdraft Vent System
To use the
downdr'aft
system
"l'urn the downdraft blower ON by pressing
the raise/lower pad Place },our finger on the
"center" of' the pad and hold until you observe
the vent moving, then release, The air vent
wilt rise,
All models have a remote raise/lower pad.
Use the selector switch to turn the blower ON,
OFF or to change the blower speed.
The vent may be lowered by again pressing the
raise!lower pad,, _he blower, ff left on, will
automatically go offwhen the vent is lowered,,
NOTE: For most convenient operation,
set the blower to the speed you use most often,
The blower will come on to this speed whenever
the unit is raised.
Raise/lowerpad
Theraise/lowerpadlocationmayvary
Usetheselectorswitchtoturnthe bloweron oroff
orto changethe blowerspeed

When using
the downdraft
system.,,
_ AUTION: Be careful when raising or
lowering the dox_qadraft Be sure pots,
pot handles and other objects are clear of' the
downdraft and cannot be struck or tipped by
the downdraft being raised
NOTE: There is a slight trim overhang at each
end of the vent.
• To avoid injury, be sure fingers are clear of'
the do_nadraft cover when it is being lowered
•Keep hands and fingers away from all
downdraff parts
Becarelul when raising or }owering the downdralt
Cooking tips The high air movement of this do_-ndraft
system can increase the cooking times for some
foods. It may take longer to reach high cooking
temperatures if the downdraft is turned to high
right away. Adjust the fan speed for best
cooking results,
For best results when heating oil for deep frying
or when boiling water, use the front surface
units or wait until the water is boiling or the oil
is at fiTing temperatures before turning on the
dovmd_afL
The downdraft may not completely capture all
the steam from pans on the front bumerso
¢,
Canning When canning foods in a water-bath canner,
a gentle but steady boil must be maintained
continuously for the required time.
When canning foods in a pressure canner, the
pressure must be maintained condnuously for
the required dmeo
Use of the blower at HI speed when canning
may reduce the temperature enough to stop
boiling_ While canning, we recommend using
the downdraft atLO speed and using the front
surface unit°

Care and Cleaning'
Downdraft Vent System
Grease filt s The efficient 3, of your do_<ndraft depends on
a clean filter.
Frequency of cleaning depends on the type
of cookingyou do. Grease filters should be
cleaned at least once a month,
Never operate the downdmft without the
filters in place..
TO REMOVE:
Lift up and pull the bottom out. Remove the
left filter first, then slide the right filter to the
left and remove it.
TO CLEAN:
Soak and then agitate in a hot detergent
solution. Mght brushing may be used to
remove imbedded soil. Rinse, shake and
remove moisture before replacing_ Filters
may be cleaned by placing in dishwasher,
although some slight color fading may occur
after severa! washings.
With careflal handling, the filter ",gilllast for
years. If replacement becomes necessary,
order the part from your dealer..
Remove the left filter first
Then slide lhe right filter |o the left
Removethe dght filter
Painted or
stainless steel Do not use a steel_wool pad; it will scratch
the surface.
To clean the stainless steel surface, use a hot,
damp cloth Mth a mild detergent suitable
for stainless steel surfaces. Use a clean, hot,
damp cloth to remove soap° Dry with a dry,
clean cloth_
If food soil remains, try a general kitchen
cleaner, such as Fantasfik, _Simple Green _,
or Formula 409?
For hard-to-clean soil, use a standard stainless
steel cleaner, such as Bon-Ami * or Cameo?
Apply cleaner u4th a damp sponge,. Use a clean,
hot, damp cloth to remove cleaner. Dry with a
dry, clean cloth. AL_.aysscrub lightly in the
direction of the grain.
After cleaning, use a stainless steel polish, such
as Stainless Steel ®
Magic, Revere Copper and
Stainless Steel Cleaner, _ or WenoI All Purpose
Metal Polish? Follow the product instructions
for cleaning the stainless steel surface,.
8

Before You Gall For Service ....
Downdraft Vent System
Save time
and money/
Review the
troubleshooting
tips on this
page first and
you may not
need to call
.for service.
PROBLEM
FAN DOES
NOT WORK
VENT DOES
NOT WORK
POSSIBLE CAUSE
•The vent is not fially extended, Press the raise/lower pad
•The blower control switch may be in the OFF position,
Slide it to the right.
•The vent is not plugged into an oudet. Plug the vent in,,
•The raise!lower pad did not engage the Iift motor, Hold down the
pad for a couple of seconds to activate the motor.
•The circuit breaker may have tripped, Check the circuit breaker-
reset if necessary.,
9

Consumer Services
Downdraf_ Vent System
With the purchase of your new Monogram appliance, receive the
assurance that if you ever need information or assistance from GE,
we'll be there. All you have to do is call-toll-free!
GE Answer
Center ®
In the USA:
800.626.2000
Whatever },our question about any Monogram major appliance, GE Answer Center _
information service is available to help. Your call-and your question-will be answered
promptly and courteously. And you can call any time GE Answer Center a service is open
24 hours a day, 7 days a week,
OR
Visit our Website at: www.monogram.com
In Canada, call 1o888.8803030,
hz-Home Repair
Service
In the USA:
800.444.1845
In Canada:
1.888.880.3030
AGE consumer service professional will prmfide expert repair service, scheduled at a time
that's convenient for you Many GE Consumer Service company-operated locations offer you
service today or tomorrow, or atyour convenience (7:00 a.m to 7:00 p.m weekdays, 9:00 am
to 2:00 pm Saturdays)_ Our factory-trained technicians know your appliance inside and out-
so most repairs can be handled in just one visit°
For Customers
With Special
Needs...
In the USA:
800.626.2000
i**:_.tloN _,.._
GE offers Braille controls for a variety of GE,appliances, and a
brochure to assist in planning a barrier-free Idtchen for persons
Mth limited mobility,
Consumers with impaired hearing or speech who have access to
a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter may call 800,TDD,GEAC
(800833.4322) to request information or service.
Service Contracts
In the USA:
800.626.2224
In Canada:
1.888.880.3030
You can have the secure feeling that GE Consumer Service _ill still be there after your
warranty expires. Purchase a GE contract while your warranty is still in effect and you'll
receive a substantial discount. With a multiple-year contract, you're assured of future
service at today's prices.
Parts and
Accessories
In the USA:
800.626.2002
In Canada:
1o888.8803030
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Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly
to their home. The GE parts system provides access to over 47,000 partso..and all GE Genuine
Renewal Parts are fully warranted_ VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted_
User maintenance insta'uctious contained in this guide cover procedures intended to be
performed by any user. Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified service
personnel, Caution must be exercised, since improper scr,Acing may cause unsafe operation.