Wolf Downdraft Ventilation User manual

USE & CARE GUIDE
Downdraft Ventilation

mportant Note
To ensure the safe and efficient use of Wolf equipment,
please take note of the following types of highlighted
information throughout this guide:
IMPORTANT NOTE highlights information that is
especially important.
CAUTION signals a situation where minor injury or product
damage may occur if instructions are not followed.
WARNING states a hazard that may cause serious injury or
death if precautions are not followed.
Contents
Wolf Downdraft Ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
SafetyInstructions ............................4
DowndraftFeatures ...........................6
DowndraftOperation ..........................7
DowndraftCare...............................8
ServiceInformation...........................10
WolfWarranty ...............................11
Features and specifications are subject to change at any time
without notice. Visit our website, wolfappliance.com for the
most up-to-date information.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Throughout this guide, dimensions in
parentheses are millimeters unless otherwise specified.

Thank You
Your purchase of a Wolf downdraft ventilation system
attests to the importance you place upon the quality and
performance of your cooking equipment. We understand
this importance and have designed and built your down-
draft with quality materials and workmanship to give you
years of dependable service.
Before you begin using your downdraft, please take some
time to read this use & care guide. t will be to your benefit
to familiarize yourself with the safety practices, features,
operation and care recommendations for your downdraft
ventilation system.
Your Wolf downdraft ventilation system is protected by a
warranty that is one of the finest in the industry. Take a
moment to read the warranty statement at the end of this
guide and refer to it should service become necessary.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Wolf downdraft systems can be used
with all Wolf induction, electric and gas cooktops, except
unframed models. Wolf downdraft systems cannot be
used with the steamer or fryer module and are not recom-
mended for use with the electric grill module. A downdraft
can also be used with sealed burner rangetop models
SRT304 and SRT366. An accessory trim kit is necessary
for this installation. Contact your authorized Wolf dealer
for details.
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Safety nstructions 4
MPORTANT NSTRUCT ONS
IMPORTANT NOTE: Read all safety instructions before
using this appliance.
• Read this use & care guide carefully before using
your new downdraft ventilation system to reduce the
risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons.
• Ensure proper installation and servicing. This
appliance must be properly installed and grounded
by a qualified technician.
• Warranty service must be performed by a Wolf
authorized service center.
• nstallation work and electrical wiring must be done
by qualified person(s) in accordance with all applica-
ble codes and standards, including fire-rated
construction codes and standards.
• Use this downdraft only in the manner intended by
Wolf Appliance, nc. f you have questions, contact
us at 800-332-9513.
• Before servicing or cleaning, switch power off at the
service panel and lock the service disconnecting
means to prevent power from being switched on
accidentally. When the service disconnecting means
can not be locked, securely fasten a prominent
warning device, such as a tag, to the service panel.
• Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion and
exhausting of gases through the flue (chimney) of
fuel burning equipment to prevent back drafting.
Follow the heating equipment manufacturer’s guide-
line and safety standards such as those published
by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA),
the American Society for Heating, Refrigeration and
Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) and the local
code authorities.
GENERA SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
• This appliance must be grounded.
• For general ventilating use only. Do not use to
exhaust hazardous or explosive materials and
vapors.
• Ducted fans must always be vented to the outdoors.
• To reduce the risk of fire, use only steel ductwork.
• Do not install this downdraft with the activating
switch directly behind a burner or element. The
minimum distance between the switch and edge of
the burner should be 4" (102).
• Do not wear loose-fitting or hanging clothing when
operating this appliance. t may be ignited by
burners or elements on the cooktop.
• Children should not be left alone or unattended in
the area where this appliance is in use.
To reduce the risk of fire and properly exhaust air,
be certain to duct air outside. Do not vent exhaust
air into spaces within walls or ceilings or into attics,
crawl spaces or garages.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO PERSONS IN
THE EVENT OF A COOKTOP GREASE FIRE, OBSERVE
THE FO OWING:
• Smother flames with close-fitting lid, cookie sheet,
or metal tray, then turn off the burner. Be careful to
prevent burns. f the flames do not go out immedi-
ately, 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 ON Y 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
(NFPA fire safety tips).
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MPORTANT NSTRUCT ONS
GENERA SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
• Do not repair or replace any part of this appliance
unless specifically recommended in this book. All
other service should be performed by a qualified
technician.
• To avoid motor bearing damage and noisy and/or
unbalanced impellers, keep drywall spray, construc-
tion dust, etc. off power unit.
• When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not
damage electrical wiring or other hidden utilities.
• Please read the specification label on the downdraft
for further information and requirements.
TO REDUCE RISK OF COOKTOP GREASE FIRE:
A) 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.
B) Always turn hood ON when cooking at high heat
or when flambeing foods (i.e. Crepes Suzette,
Cherries Jubilee, Peppercorn Beef Flambé).
C) Clean ventilating fans frequently. Grease should
not be allowed to accumulate on fan or filter.
D) Use proper pan size. Always use cookware
appropriate for the size of the surface element.

Downdraft Features 6
Downdraft Features
•Crafted of heavy-duty stainless steel.
•nternal and remote blower options.
•Downdraft lowers beneath countertop when not in use,
9" (229) chimney elevation.
•Stainless steel top trim and remote-mounted control
module with LED indicators.
•Three-speed blower control.
•Delay-off feature to automatically turn unit off after five
minutes while chimney remains up.
•Filter clean timer lets you know when filters need
cleaning.
•Stainless steel filter cover with dishwasher-safe
aluminum mesh filter.
•UL listed to US and Canadian safety standards.
•Two and five year residential warranty.
DOWNDRAFT
Model DD36 shown.
Remote-mounted
control module
Stainless steel
top trim
Stainless steel
filter covers
Aluminum
mesh filters
Location of rating plate
(below countertop)

Downdraft Operation 7
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Downdraft Controls
ACTIVATION
•To activate the downdraft, press the UP/DOWN button
on the control module.
•Once the UP/DOWN button is pressed, the downdraft
blower will turn on at the last speed used, or on
medium for first time use.
B OWER SPEED
•To adjust the speed of the blower, press the H GH,
MED UM or LOW button. The corresponding LED will
illuminate to indicate the blower speed.
FI TER C EAN INDICATOR
•The LED next to the F LTER button on the control
module will illuminate when it is time to clean the filters.
This indicator light comes on after approximately 30
hours of operation. Refer to filter care on page 9.
•To reset the F LTER clean LED indicator, press the
F LTER button.
DE AY-OFF FEATURE
•The delay-off feature will allow the downdraft blower to
continue operating at the selected speed for approxi-
mately five minutes after the DELAY button has been
pressed. This feature allows you to leave the cooking
area, while the downdraft system is still in operation, it
will then shut off and the chimney will stay up.
•n delay-off mode, both the DELAY LED and the corre-
sponding blower speed LED will be illuminated.
•f the blower is on high speed and the DELAY button is
pressed, the blower will stay on high speed for five
minutes. t will then switch to low speed for an addi-
tional five minutes before turning off. The chimney will
stay up.
•f the blower is on medium speed and the DELAY
button is pressed, the blower will stay on medium
speed for five minutes. t will then switch to low speed
for an additional five minutes before turning off. The
chimney will stay up.
•f the blower is on low speed and the DELAY button is
pressed, the blower will stay on low speed for five
minutes before turning off. The chimney will stay up.
•f the DELAY button is pressed when the blower is off
or when the chimney is down, no operation will take
place.
•f the DELAY button is pressed when the unit is already
in delay-off mode the delay-off feature will be
cancelled.
Downdraft control module.
Three-speed
blower controls
DELAY buttonFilter clean indicator
UP/DOWN button

Downdraft Care 8
Cleaning Recommendations
EXTERIOR SURFACES
Most exterior surfaces of your downdraft ventilation
system are stainless steel or aluminum. Although these
surfaces are resistant to most stains, they are not totally
impervious to damage. Salt and some cooking liquids may
pit and stain the surface. Remove these spills immediately.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Do not use steel wool pads or
abrasive cleaners; they will permanently scratch stainless
steel and aluminum surfaces.
Use a spray degreaser to remove fingerprints and greasy
spatters. Spray on a cloth and wipe the surface. Buff dry
immediately to avoid streaking. For hard water stains, use
white vinegar and water.
To clean, use a clean cloth or sponge and wipe exterior
surfaces with warm water and mild detergent. Rinse and
dry immediately.
Apply a protective polish to exterior surfaces to maintain
luster and protect from food stains. Use a soft, nonabra-
sive stainless steel cleaner like Signature polish and apply
with a soft lint-free cloth, always in the same direction as
the grain. To bring out the natural luster of stainless steel,
lightly wipe the surface with a water-dampened microfiber
cloth followed by a dry polishing chamois. Better results
are obtained by keeping the cloth in continuous contact
with the stainless steel.
Signature polish is available from Signature Limited
Laboratory, P. O. Box 13436, Dayton, Ohio 45413, or call
877-376-5474.
CONTRO MODU E
Use a spray degreaser to remove fingerprints and greasy
spatters. Spray on a cloth and wipe the surface. Do not
spray directly on the control module. Use a clean cloth or
sponge and wipe the surface with warm water and a mild
detergent. Rinse and dry immediately.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Be careful not to soak the control
module. Although they are sealed, excessive moisture may
cause damage to the controls.

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Filter Care
The aluminum mesh filters should be cleaned approxi-
mately every month, depending on use. The F LTER clean
indicator on your control module will illuminate when it is
time to clean the filters. This indicator light comes on after
approximately 30 hours of operation. You may need to
clean the filters more often if your cooking style generates
large amounts of grease, like frying foods or wok cooking.
The filters and filter covers are dishwasher safe and are
designed to fit most dishwashers.
To remove the filters, push down on the filter frame while
pulling the filter out away from the downdraft. Refer to the
illustration below. Place the aluminum mesh filter and
stainless steel cover into the dishwasher at approximately
140°F (60°C), or hand wash, and use a biodegradable
detergent. When filters are dry, reinstall using the reverse
procedure.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Do not operate the downdraft without
filters. This may cause damage to the blower or other
internal components of the downdraft system.
Downdraft filter removal.

Service nformation 10
Service nformation
When requesting information, literature, replacement parts
or service, always refer to the model and serial number of
your Wolf downdraft. This information is found on the
product rating plate, located above the blower housing on
the front side of the downdraft, below the countertop.
Refer to the illustration on page 6. Record the rating plate
information below for future reference.
BEFORE CA ING FOR SERVICE
Before calling a Wolf authorized service center, check the
household fuse or circuit breaker to see if it has been
blown or tripped and that the electrical connection to the
appliance has not been disconnected. A power outage
may also have caused a disruption in service.
PRODUCT REGISTRATION
Register your new Wolf product today so that we may
ensure your satisfaction. You may register by one of the
following options:
1) Mail in the completed Wolf product registration card.
2) Register online at wolfappliance.com.
3) Register by phone by calling Wolf customer service at
800-222-7820.
The model and serial numbers of your unit are printed on
the enclosed Wolf product registration card. f you provide
us with your e-mail address, we will send you exciting new
product updates and recipes as they become available,
along with information on special events.
Model Number:
Serial Number:
nstallation Date:
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Phone:
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Wolf Appliance Products Limited Warranty
RES DENT AL USE ONLY
FU TWO YEAR WARRANTY*
For two years from the date of original installation, your Wolf Appliance product warranty covers all parts and
labor to repair or replace any part of the product that proves to be defective in materials or workmanship. All
service provided by Wolf Appliance under the above warranty must be performed by a Wolf authorized service
center, unless otherwise specified by Wolf Appliance. Service will be provided in the home during normal
business hours.
IMITED THIRD THROUGH FIFTH YEAR WARRANTY
From the third through fifth year from the date of original installation, Wolf Appliance will repair or replace the
following parts that prove to be defective in materials or workmanship: gas burners (excluding appearance),
electric heating elements, blower motors (ventilation hoods), electronic control boards, magnetron tubes and
induction generators. Labor to remove and replace defective parts is not covered. Wolf Appliance recommends
that you use a Wolf authorized service center to perform such service.
IMITED IFETIME WARRANTY
For the life of the product, Wolf Appliance will repair or replace any outdoor gas grill body or hood that rusts
through due to defective material or workmanship. Labor to remove and replace defective parts is not covered.
Wolf Appliance recommends that you use a Wolf authorized service center to perform such service.
TERMS APP ICAB E TO EACH WARRANTY
The warranty applies only to products installed for normal residential use. The warranty applies only to products
installed in any one of the fifty states of the United States, the District of Columbia or the ten provinces of
Canada. This warranty does not cover any parts or labor to correct any defect caused by negligence, accident
or improper use, maintenance, installation, service or repair.
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INC. WI PROVIDE, EITHER UNDER THIS WARRANTY OR UNDER ANY WARRANTY ARISING BY OPERATION
OF AW. WO F APP IANCE, INC. WI NOT BE RESPONSIB E FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIA OR INCIDENTA
DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY, WHETHER
EXPRESS, IMP IED OR STATUTORY.
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 legal rights that vary from state to state.
To receive parts and/or service and the name of the Wolf authorized service center nearest you, contact
Wolf Appliance, nc., P.O. Box 44848, Madison, W 53744; check the contact & support section of our website,
wolfappliance.com or call 800-332-9513.
*Stainless steel doors, panels, handles, product frames and interior surfaces are covered by a limited 60-day
parts and labor warranty for cosmetic defects.

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