IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Proper installation and maintenance
WARNING
Remove all tape and packaging before using the
appliance. Discard the packaging after unpacking the
appliance. Never allow children to play with packaging
material.
INSTALLER: Show the owner the location of the circuit
breaker or fuse. Mark it for easy reference.
This appliance must be properly installed and grounded
by a qualifi ed technician. Refer to Installation Instructions
for details.
This appliance is intended for normal family household
use only. It is not approved for outdoor use. If you have
any questions, contact the manufacturer.
Do not store or use corrosive chemicals, vapors,
fl ammables or nonfood products in or near this appliance.
It is specifi cally designed for use when heating or cooking
food. The use of corrosive chemicals in heating or
cleaning will damage the appliance and could result in
injury.
Do not operate this appliance if it is not working properly,
or if it has been damaged. Contact an authorized service
provider.
Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless
specifi cally recommended in this manual. Refer all
servicing to a factory authorized service provider.
WARNING
Improper installation of gas appliances and ventilation
hoods can create a risk for carbon monoxide which can be
harmful. To reduce the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning,
ensure the gas appliance is properly installed according
to the manufacturer's instructions, as well as ensuring the
hood is vented to the outside for proper exhausting of gases
or fumes.
Refer to local building codes for latest requirements
and restrictions when installing ventilation products in
recirculation mode.
CAUTION
Grease left on fi lters can melt and move into the vent and
catch fi re.
WARNING
Hidden surfaces may have sharp edges. Use caution
when reaching behind, in or under appliance.
WARNING
Two persons are recommended for installation of this product.
WARNING
When the hood is operated in exhaust-air mode
simultaneously with a different appliance which also
makes use of the same chimney
fi red heaters, continuous-fl ow heaters, hot-water boilers)
care must be taken to ensure that there is an adequate
supply of fresh air which will be needed by the appliance
for combustion. This can be achieved if combustion air can
fl ow through non-lockable openings, e.g. in doors, windows
and via the air-intake/exhaust-air wall box or by other
technical measures, such as reciprocal interlocking, etc.
WARNING
Make-Up Air: Local building codes may require the use
of make-up air systems when using ducted ventilation
systems greater than specifi ed CFM of air movement. The
specifi ed CFM varies from locale to locale. Consult your
HVAC professional for specifi c requirements in your area.
NOTE: When assessing the overall requirement, the
combined ventilation system for the entire household must
be taken into consideration. This rule does not apply to the
use of cooking appliances, such as cooktops and ovens.
WARNING
To avoid electrical shock hazard, before installing, switch
power off at the service panel and lock the panel to
prevent the power from being switched on accidentally.
Requirement: 120 VAC, 60 Hz, 15 A.
WARNING
Automatically operated device.
To reduce the risk of injury disconnect from power supply
before servicing.
Grounding instructions
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an
electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric
shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current.
Be sure your appliance is properly installed and grounded
by a qualifi ed technician. Installation, electrical connections
and grounding must comply with all applicable codes.
If required by the National Electrical Code (or Canadian
Electrical Code), this appliance must be installed on a
separate branch circuit.
Safety codes and standards
This appliance complies with one or more of the following
Standards:
• UL 507, The Standard for the Safety of Electric Fans
• CSA C22.2 No. 113, Fans and Ventilators
It is the responsibility of the owner and the installer to
determine if additional requirements and/or standards
apply to specifi c installations.
(such as gas, oil or coal-
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