Frigidaire LFEV36FE Ventilation Hood User Manual


 
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WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO
PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
1. Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer. If you
have questions, contact the manufacturer at the address or telephone
number listed in the warranty.
2. 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 can-
not be locked, securely fasten a prominent warning device, such as a
tag, to the service panel.
3. Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by a qualified
person(s) in accordance with all applicable codes and standards, in-
cluding fire-rated construction codes and standards.
4. 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 manufacturers guideline
and safety standards such as those published by the National Fire Pro-
tection Association (NFPA), and the American Society of Heating, Re-
frigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), and the local code
authorities.
5. When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage electrical
wiring and other hidden utilities.
6. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not use this range hood
with an additional speed control device.
7. Ducted fans must always be vented to the outdoors.
8. To reduce the risk of fire, use only metal ductwork.
9. Use with approved cord-connection kit only.
10. This unit must be grounded.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE:
1. 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.
2. Always turn hood ON when cooking at high heat or when cooking flaming
foods.
3. Clean ventilating fans frequently. Grease should not be allowed to
accumulate on fan or filter.
4. Use proper pan size. Always use cookware appropriate for the size of
the surface element.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO PERSONS IN THE EVENT OF A
RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:*
1. 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.
2. NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN You may be burned.
3. DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dishcloths or towels - violent steam
explosion will result.
4. Use an extinguisher ONLY if:
A. You know you have a Class ABC extinguisher and you already
know how to operate it.
B. The fire is small and contained in the area where it started.
C. The fire department is being called.
D. You can fight the fire with your back to an exit.
* Based on Kitchen Fire Safety Tips published by NFPA.
Installer: Leave this manual with
the homeowner.
Homeowner: Operating and
Cleaning information on page 8.
CAUTION
1. For general ventilating use only. Do not use to exhaust hazardous or
explosive materials and vapors.
2. To avoid motor bearing damage and noisy and/or unbalanced impel-
lers, keep drywall spray, construction dust, etc. off power unit.
3. For best capture of cooking impurities, your range hood should be
mounted so that the top of the hood is 24-30 above the cooking sur-
face.
4. Please read specification label on product for further information and
requirements.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
This manual is divided into sections as follows:
PREPARE HOOD LOCATION
Run ductwork from roof or wall cap, and electrical wiring from service
panel - to installation location
PREPARE THE HOOD
Get your hood ready for installation
CONNECT WIRING
Make electrical wiring connections to hood
INSTALL HOOD
Secure hood to cabinet and ductwork - install bulbs and filters
OPERATION
How to use the hood controls
CLEANING
Keep your hood in top working condition
SERVICE PARTS
Key numbers and exploded view of hood components
WARRANTY
One-year limited warranty and how to contact us
NOTE If hood is to be installed Non-Ducted:
Purchase a set of (2) non-ducted filters from your
local distributor or retailer and attach them to the
aluminum mesh filters.
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FOR DOMESTIC COOKING ONLY
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NOTE
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