Monogram ZVB36 User manual

GE Monogram®
Owner’s Manual
Downdraft Vent
System
www.monogram.com

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Consumer 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 design, assiduous attention
to detail—or for both of these reasons—you’ll find that your Monogram downdraft vent system’s
superior blend of form and function will delight you for years to come.
Your Monogram downdraft vent system was designed to provide the flexibility to blend in with
your kitchen cabinetry. Its sleek design can be beautifully integrated into the kitchen.
The information on the following pages will help you operate and maintain your downdraft vent
system properly.
Contents
Care and Cleaning
Grease Filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Painted or Stainless 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, 12
Downdraft Vent System
Canning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Cooking Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Raising or Lowering the Vent System . . . . . . . 6, 7
Selector Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Before
using your
downdraft
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 questions.
PLEASE NOTE: The downdraft vent system you
have purchased was designed to be used with
Monogram cooktops listed in the installation
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.

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If you
received a
damaged
downdraft
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
Call For Service section in the back of this guide.
It lists causes of minor operating problems that
you can correct yourself.
If you need
service
To obtain service, see the Consumer Services
page in the back of this guide.
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 still not pleased, write all the
details—including your phone number—to:
Manager, Consumer Relations
Camco Inc.
1 Factory Lane, Suite 310
Moncton, N.B. E1C 9M3

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS—WARNING TO REDUCE THE 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 foods.
Clean ventilating fans 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.
D
C
B
A
WARNING!—TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC
SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE
FOLLOWING:
Use this unit only in the manner intended
by the manufacturer. If you have any
questions, contact the manufacturer.
Before servicing or cleaning unit, switch
power off at service panel and lock the
service disconnecting means to prevent
power from being switched on accidentally.
When the service disconnecting means
cannot be locked, securely fasten a
prominent warning device, such as a tag,
to the service panel.
CAUTION: For general ventilating
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 utilities.
•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 (ASHRAE), and the local code
authorities.
•To reduce the risk of fire, use only metal
ductwork.
•PVC sewer pipe can be used as duct under
concrete slab if allowed by local code board.
•This unit must be grounded.
B
A
WARNING!
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.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS—WARNING—TO REDUCE THE
RISK OF INJURY TO PERSONS IN THE EVENT OF A RANGE
TOP GREASE FIRE, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:*
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.
NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN—
You may be burned.
DO NOT USE WATER, including wet
dishcloths or towels—a violent steam
explosion will result.
Use an extinguisher ONLY if:
You know you have a Class ABC
extinguisher, and you already know
how to operate it.
The fire is small and contained in the
area where it started.
The fire department is being called.
You can fight the fire with your back
to an exit.
*Based on “Kitchen Firesafety Tips” published by
NFPA.
CAUTION:For general ventilating
use only. Do not use to exhaust hazardous or
explosive materials and vapors.
Make sure all fingers are away from the
downdraft top when it is lowered.
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1
D
C
B
A
SERVICING
If You Need Service…
Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of
the downdraft system unless it is specifically
recommended in this guide. All other servicing
should be referred to a qualified technician.
Be sure electrical power is off before servicing
the unit.
It may be necessary to remove the downdraft
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
Downdraft section to remove the blower.
Service parts are available from a GE Service
and Parts Center.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Using the Downdraft System
Downdraft Vent System
To use the
downdraft
system
Turn the downdraft blower ON by pressing
the raise/lower pad. Place your finger on the
“center” of the pad and hold until you observe
the vent moving, then release. The air vent
will 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. The blower, if left on, will
automatically go off when 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.
Use the selector switch to turn the blower on or off
or to change the blower speed.
The raise/lower pad location may vary.
Raise/lower pad

Cooking tips
The high air movement of this downdraft
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 frying temperatures before turning on the
downdraft.
The downdraft may not completely capture all
the steam from pans on the front burners.
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 continuously for
the required time.
Use of the blower at HI speed when canning
may reduce the temperature enough to stop
boiling. While canning, we recommend using
the downdraft at LO speed and using the front
surface unit.
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When using
the downdraft
system…
CAUTION: Be careful when raising or
lowering the downdraft. 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 downdraft cover when it is being lowered.
•Keep hands and fingers away from all
downdraft parts.
Be careful when raising or lowering the downdraft.

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Care and Cleaning
Downdraft Vent System
Painted or
stainless steel
surfaces
Do not use a steel-wool pad; it will scratch
the surface.
To clean the stainless steel surface, use a hot,
damp cloth with 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 Fantastik®, Simple Green®,
or Formula 409®.
For hard-to-clean soil, use a standard stainless
steel cleaner, such as Bon-Ami® or Cameo®.
Apply cleaner with a damp sponge. Use a clean,
hot, damp cloth to remove cleaner. Dry with a
dry, clean cloth. Always scrub 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 Wenol All Purpose
Metal Polish®. Follow the product instructions
for cleaning the stainless steel surface.
Grease filters
The efficiency of your downdraft depends on
a clean filter.
Frequency of cleaning depends on the type
of cooking you do. Grease filters should be
cleaned at least once a month.
Never operate the downdraft 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. Light 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 several washings.
With careful handling, the filter will last for
years. If replacement becomes necessary,
order the part from your dealer.
Remove the left filter first.
Then slide the right filter to the left.
Remove the right filter.

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Before You Call 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 POSSIBLE CAUSE
FAN DOES • The vent is not fully extended. Press the raise/lower pad.
NOT WORK •The blower control switch may be in the OFF position.
Slide it to the right.
VENT DOES • The vent is not plugged into an outlet. Plug the vent in.
NOT WORK •The raise/lower pad did not engage the lift 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.

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Consumer Services
Downdraft 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 your 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® service is open
24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
OR
Visit our Website at: www.monogram.com
In Canada, call 1.888.880.3030.
In-Home Repair
Service
In the USA:
800.444.1845
In Canada:
1.888.880.3030
A GE consumer service professional will provide 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 at your convenience (7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. weekdays, 9:00 a.m.
to 2:00 p.m. Saturdays). Our factory-trained technicians know your appliance inside and out—
so most repairs can be handled in just one visit.
Service Contracts
In the USA:
800.626.2224
In Canada:
1.888.880.3030
You can have the secure feeling that GE Consumer Service will 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:
1.888.880.3030
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 parts…and all GE Genuine
Renewal Parts are fully warranted. VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted.
User maintenance instructions 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 servicing may cause unsafe operation.
For Customers
With Special
Needs…
In the USA:
800.626.2000
GE offers Braille controls for a variety of GE appliances, and a
brochure to assist in planning a barrier-free kitchen for persons
with limited mobility.
Consumers with impaired hearing or speech who have access to
a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter may call 800.TDD.GEAC
(800.833.4322) to request information or service.

YOUR MONOGRAM DOWNDRAFT SYSTEM WARRANTY
Staple sales slip or cancelled check here. Proof of original
purchase date is needed to obtain service under warranty.
WHAT IS
COVERED
From the Date
of the Original
Purchase
FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
For one year from date of original purchase,
we will provide, free of charge, parts and
service labor in your home to repair or
replace any part of the downdraft system
that fails because of a manufacturing defect.
This warranty is extended to the original
purchaser and any succeeding owner for
products purchased for ordinary home use
in the 48 mainland states, Hawaii and
Washington, D.C. In Alaska the warranty is
the same except that it is LIMITED because
you must pay to ship the product to the
service shop or for the service technician’s
travel costs to your home.
All warranty service will be provided by our
Factory Service Centers or by our authorized
Customer Care® servicers during normal
working hours.
Should your appliance need service,
during warranty period or beyond, call
800.444.1845.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages,
so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific
legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
To know what your legal rights are in your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs
office or your state’s Attorney General.
Warrantor: General Electric Company, Louisville, KY 40225
WHAT IS NOT
COVERED
• Service trips to your home to teach you how
to use the product.
• Replacement of house fuses or resetting of
circuit breakers.
• Failure of the product if it is used for
other than its intended purpose or used
commercially.
•Improper installation.
• Replacement of the replaceable filters.
• Damage to the product caused by accident,
fire, floods or acts of God.
• Incidental or consequential damage
caused by possible defects with this
appliance.
WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE
FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
Warranty for customers in the USA
Downdraft Vent System
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959-0332-000 Rev. B
Part No. 164D3333P162-1
Pub No. 49-8932-1
Printed in the United States
8-00 JR
ZVB30
ZVB36
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YOUR MONOGRAM DOWNDRAFT SYSTEM WARRANTY
Staple sales slip or cancelled check here. Proof of original
purchase date is needed to obtain service under warranty.
WHAT IS
COVERED
From the Date
of the Original
Purchase
FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
For one year from date of original purchase,
we will provide, free of charge, parts and
service labor in your home to repair or
replace any part of the downdraft system
that fails because of a manufacturing
defect.This warranty is extended to the
original purchaser and any succeeding
owner for products purchased for ordinary
home use in Canada.
All warranty service will be provided by our
Factory Service Centers or by our authorized
Customer Care® servicers during normal
working hours.
Should your appliance need service,
during warranty period or beyond, call
1.888.880.3030.
Some provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives
you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from province to
province. To know what your legal rights are in your province, consult your local or
provincial consumer affairs office.
Warrantor: Camco Inc. If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write: Manager,
Consumer Relations, Camco Inc., 1 Factory Lane, Suite 310, Moncton, N.B. E1C 9M3.
WHAT IS NOT
COVERED
• Service trips to your home to teach you how
to use the product.
• Replacement of house fuses or resetting of
circuit breakers.
• Failure of the product if it is used for
other than its intended purpose or used
commercially.
•Improper installation.
• Replacement of the replaceable filters.
• Damage to the product caused by accident,
fire, floods or acts of God.
• Incidental or consequential damage caused
by possible defects with this appliance.
WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE
FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
Warranty for customers in Canada
Downdraft Vent System