5.
Raise top chimney in place over horizontal mounting bracket and secure in place with
the two included #6 x 3/8" screws (Figure 9).
SECTION 6
Finishing the Installation
1.
Install the appropriate filters.
Charcoal Filters: If the range hood will be run ductless, remove and discard the grease
filters that were included with the unit and install model BCCF-02 charcoal filters
instead.
Grease Filters: If the range hood will be vented to the exterior of the home, install the
grease filters supplied with the hood by sliding tab at rear of filter into slot in hood.
While holding in handle of filter, lift filter into palce and release handle. the filter should
snap securely into place (Figure 10).
Figure 10
2.
Remove any protective plastic adhered to the range hood.
3.
Turn switches to the OFF ( • ) position and restore power. Test that the light and the fan
are operating properly.
4.
If there is any vibration noise, check for the source and try to tighten fasteners or adjust
the tape to make a tighter connection or seal.
SECTION 7
Operation
Controls
Your Range Hood is equipped with two sliding switches with one controlling the lighting and the other
controlling the exhaust fan. The light control has two positions, ON ( I ) and OFF ( O ). The fan is a four
position control, HIGH (III), MEDIUM (II),LOW (I), and OFF ( • ) (Figure 11).
Figure 11
Trouble
1. Hood does not operate when the switch is on.
2. Hood is operating, but air moves slower than normal.
3. Hood is making a rattling noise.
Installer:
Place of Purchase:
6728027 Rev. G 5-12
SECTION 8
Maintenance
CAUTION:
SERVICING THE UNIT.
Grease Filters
Included with your range hood are aluminum grease filters that should be washed at least once
a month. The filters are dishwasher safe and should be washed in a mild soap or detergent.
Refer to Step 3 of Section 1 Preparing the Range Hood, to remove filters. If the grease filters
become damaged, replace with Air King Model BCGF-01 Grease Filter.
Charcoal Odor Filter
If you have installed the optional charcoal odor filters, they cannot be washed and must be
discarded and replaced when they become noticeably dirty, have stopped filtering the odors, or
at least once per year. Replace with Air King Model BCCF-02 Odor Filters.
Changing the Lamp
Remove the lamp cover on the underside of the hood. Remove lamp by gently twisting the lamp
base counterclockwise while applying outward pressure. Installation is the reverse of removal.
Replace with Air King model 26SBL or a compatible GU24 26 watt self ballasted lamp.
Fuse
To replace the fuse, turn the fuse cap located next to the wire connector counter clockwise
Filter
and pull out. Replace with a Bussman MDA 125-Volt, 1.5 Amp Max. fuse (models VAL30AB and
VAL36AB utilize a 3 Amp Max fuse). Reinstall the fuse back into the hood.
Cleaning
CAUTION:
AS THEY MAY DAMAGE THE RANGE HOOD.
1.
2.
Troubleshooting Guide
Probable Cause
1a.
A fuse may be blown or a circuit tripped.
1b.
Wiring is not connected properly.
2.
Obstruction in the exhaust ducting.
3a.
Filters are loose.
3b.
Duct connection is loose.
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MAKE SURE POWER IS SWITCHED OFF AT SERVICE PANEL BEFORE
DO NOT USE GASOLINE, BENZINE, THINNER, HARSH CLEANSERS, ETC.,
Clean your range hood with a mild detergent, such as dishwashing liquid, and dry with a soft
cloth. NEVER USE ANY ABRASIVE PADS OR SCOURING POWDERS. Completely dry before
restoring power. NEVER IMMERSE ELECTRICAL PARTS IN WATER.
The fan assembly can be vacuumed when build up (dirt, lint, etc.) accumulates over time.
The fan is permanently lubricated and does not require oiling.
Suggested Remedy
1a.
Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker.
1b.
Turn off power to unit. Check that all wires are connected.
2.
Check for any obstructions in the ducting including filter.
3a.
Turn off power to unit. Check that all filter are securely in place.
3b.
Turn off power to unit. Check that duct connection is tight.
Installation Date:
Model Number:
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