Zephyr AK6500 series Use Installation guide

MODEL: AK2500, AK6500 series
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WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THIS
FAN WITH ANY SOLID-STATE CONTROL DEVICE.
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 servicing or cleaning unit, switch power off at service panel and lock panel
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. Take care when using cleaning agents or detergents.
Suitable for use in household cooking area.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF RANGE TOP 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 flaming food
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.
e. Keep fan, filters and grease laden surfaces clean.
f. Use high setting on hood only when necessary.
g. Don't leave hood unattended when cooking.
h. Always use cookware and utensils appropriate for the type of and amount of food
being prepared.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO PERSONS IN THE EVENT OF A RANGE TOP
FIRE, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
a. SMOTHER FLAMES with a close-fitting lid, cookie sheet, or metal tray, then
turn offthe burner. BE CAREFUL TO PREVENT BURNS. If the flames do not go out
immediately, EVACUATE AND CALL THE FIRE DEPARTMENT.
b. NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN - You may be burned.
c. DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dishcloths or towels - a violent steam
explosion will result.

MODEL:AK2500,AK6500series
d. UseanextinguisherONLYif:
1. You know you have a Class ABC extinguisher, and you already know how
to operate it.
2. The fire is small and contained in the area where it started.
3. The fire department is being called.
4. You can fight the fire with your back to an exit
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSONS,
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
a. installation work and electrical wiring must be done by qualified person (s) in
accordance with all applicable codes and standards, including fire-rated construction.
b. Sufficient air is needed for power combustion and exhausting of gases through the
flue (chimney) of fuel burning equipment to prevent back drafting. 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.
c. When cuttig or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage electrical wiring and other
hidden utilities.
d. Ducted fans must always vent to the outdoors.
e. If this unit is to be installed over a tub or shower, it must be marked as appropriate for the
application and be connected to a GFCL (Ground Fault Interrupter protected branch circuit).
g. NEVER place a switch where itcan be reached from a tub or shower.
h. Make sure the power isoff before installing, wiring or maintenancing.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, USE ONLY METAL DUCTWORK.
CAUTION
To reduce risk of fire and to properly exhaust air outside - Do not vent exhaust air into
spaces within walls, ceilings, attics, crawl spaces or garages.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF SHOCK, THIS FAN MUST BE INSTALLED WITH AN
ISOLATING WALL CONTROL/SWITCH.
OPERATION
Always leave safety grills and filters in place. Without these components, operating
blowers could catch onto hair, fingers and loose clothing.
*NOTE: Please check www.zephyronline.com for revisions before doing any custom
work.

INSTALLATION
MOUNT HEIGHTS
Minimum mount height between range top to
hood bottom should be no lessthan 24".
96"
36"
Maximum mount height should be no higher
than 32".
It is important to install the hood at the
proper mounting height. Hoods mounted too
low could result in heat damage and fire haz-
ard; while hoods mounted too high will be
hard to reach and will loose its performance
and efficiency.
Ifavailable, also refer range manufacturer's
height clearance requirements and recom-
mended hood mounting height above range.
DUCTING ze
A minimum of 6" round or 3-1/4" x 10"rectangular _
duct must be used to ma nta n max mum a rf ow
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Always use rigid type metal ducts only,
Flexible ducts could restrict air flow by up to 50%. DuctRunCalculation:
Also use calculation (on right) to compute total
available duct run when using elbows, transitions
and caps.
ALWAYS when possible, reduce the number or
transitions and turns. If long duct run is required
increaseduct sizefrom 6" to 7 or 8". Ifa reducer
is used, install a long reducer instead of a panca
reducer. Reduceduct size asfar away from open
ing as possible.
If turns or transitions are required:
Install asfar away from opening and asfar
apart, between 2, aspossible.
Maximum run
6" or 3-1/4"x 10" duct 100 FT
15 FT
9 FT
1FT
Deduct:
each 90 Elbow used
each 45 elbow used
each 6" to 3/14 x 10"
transition used
each 3/14 x 10" to 6"
each 3/14 x 10" to 6"
transition used 5 FT
Side Wall Cap w/damper 30 FT
Roof Cap 30 FT
e.g.- 1 roof cap, 2x90 elbows, 1 x 45 elbow used:
30' + 30' + 9' 69' used, 31' available for straight duct runs.
Models: AK6500, AK6536, AK6542, AK2500, AK25B6ge 1

iNSTALLATiON
DUCTING
NEVERexhaustairor terminateductwork intospacesbetweenwails,crawlspaces,ceiling,atticsor
garages.Allexhaustmustbeductedtotheoutside.
Usemetalductworkonly.
Fastenall connectionswith sheetmetalscrewsandtapealljointsw/certifiedSilverTapeor DuctTape.
SomeDuctingOptions:
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Sidewail cap
w/gravity damper
USoffit or crawl space
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Side NaI cap
w/gl _viy damper
RoofPitchw/
Flashing&Cap
RearDucting
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Models:AK6500,AK6536,AK6542,AK2500,AK2536 Page2

iNSTALLATiON
SPECIFICATIONS
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22-1/4"
TOP VIEW REAR VIEW
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Models:AK6500,AK6536,AK6542,AK2500,AK2536 Page3

iNSTALLATiON
MOUNTINGTHERANGEHOOD
ELECTRICAL
All Electricalwork mustbyperformedbyqualifiedelectricianor personwith similartechnical
knowhowandbackground.
Forpersonalsafety,removehousefuseor opencircuitbreakerbeforebeginninginstallation.
Donotuseextensioncordor adapterplugwiththisappliance.
FollowNationalelectricalcodesor prevailinglocalcodesandordinances.
Electrical Supply:
This appliance requires a 120V 60Hzelectrical supply.,and connected to an individual, properly
grounded branch circuit, protected by a15 or 20 ampere circuit breaker or time delay fuse.Wiring
must be 2 wire w/ground. Pleasealso refer Electrical Diagramlabeled on product.
Cable Lock:
A cable locking connector (not supplied)might also be required by local codes. Checkwith local
requirementsand codes, purchaseand install appropriate connector if necessary.
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CableLock
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iNSTALLATiON
MOUNTINGTHERANGEHOOD
1. This range hood is mounted under a
kitchen cabinet unit.
2. Select preferred duct location on rear or
top of unit. (See page6 & 7 for ducting
conversion options)
3. Begin installation by temporarily
unscrewing and removing the bottom
splash panel.
4. Reinforce cabinet base with lx2 wood
strips if additional strengthening is
required.
5. Temporarily positionthe range hoodin
the desired mounting location.
Measure and mark the mounting holes,
duct andelectrical access locationswith
a pencil.
6. Drill/cut out the required openingsfor
duct andelectrical access; make surethe
duct opening is largeenough to apply
duct tape.
7. Fastenhoodonto cabinet with screws
andwashers provided.
8. Install electrical.
9. Install duct work andduct-tape.
10. Reinstallthe bottom splash panel.
11. Power up hoodand check for leaks
around duct-tape.
6. Duct
opening
cutout
duct!silver
taps
: ; 4. Add lx2
I wood strips
3. Splash
bottom panel
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INSTALLATION
CONVERTIBLE OPTIONS
This range hood is equipped with the option of a 6" vertical discharge, 3 1/4"x10" vertical disch
or 3 1/4"x10" rear discharge. Additional accessories are provided to convert to either of the abe
discharge methods.
Convertible Options
Vertical discharge 6" round
Vertical discharge 3 1/4"x10"
Horizontal rear discharge 3 1/4"x10"
Convertible Accesodes
Round transition adapter
Rectangular transition adapter
Rectangular rear cap (pre-mounted)
3 1/4"x10" starting collar
3 1/4"x10" Vertical Discharge
1. Remove pre-mounted 6" transition adapter or duct 2. Place rectangular transition adapter as shown
opening, by first installing 4 screws on half round
section.
3. Mount the 3-1/4"xl 0" starting collar on top of
transition piece with remaining screws.
Models: AK6SO0, AK6536, AK6542, AK2SO0, AK2SB6ge 6

INSTALLATION
CONVERTIBLE OPTIONS
arge, 3 1/4"x10" Rear Discharge
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1.At rear of range hood, remove all screws on pre-
mounted rear rectangular cap and remove plate.
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2. Remove top pre-mounted transition piece.
3. Remove 2 air diverter blocks throuc n lop
opening asshown. 4. Mount rectangular transition piece to top
opening asshown.
5. Mount rectangular plate (previously removed) on 6. Mount starting collar (provided) at rear discharge.
top of transition adapter.
Models: AK6SO0, AK6536, AK6542, AK2SO0, AK2SB6ge 7