RHW20 - Range hood Summit - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Range Hood
Brand	Summit
Model	RHW20
Width	20 inches (approx. 50.8 cm)
Depth	17 inches (approx. 43.2 cm)
Height	12 inches (approx. 30.5 cm)
Weight	22 lbs (approx. 10 kg)
Power Supply	120V / 60Hz
Power Consumption	150W (max)
Noise Level	55 dBA (average)
Airflow (CFM)	400 CFM (max)
Number of Fan Speeds	3 speeds
Lighting Type	LED, 2W each
Filter Type	Aluminum grease filter (washable)
Charcoal Filter	Optional, for recirculation mode
Ducting	6-inch round duct (required for exhaust)
Installation Type	Under-cabinet mount
Control Type	Push button
Material	Stainless steel finish
Maintenance	Clean grease filter monthly; replace charcoal filter every 6 months
Safety Features	Overheat protection; automatic shut-off timer
Repair Parts	Filters, LED bulbs, fan motor available
Warranty	1 year limited

Frequently Asked Questions - RHW20 Summit

How do I install the Summit RHW20 range hood?

Installation requires mounting under a cabinet, connecting to a 6-inch duct (exhaust mode) or using charcoal filters (recirculation). Refer to the user manual for detailed steps. Ensure the unit is securely fastened and electrical connections comply with local codes.

How often should I clean the grease filters?

Clean the aluminum grease filters every month or more frequently with heavy use. Use warm soapy water or a dishwasher. Let them dry completely before reinstalling.

Do I need to use charcoal filters?

Charcoal filters are only required if you operate the hood in recirculation mode (no duct to outside). Replace them every 6 months. In exhaust mode, they are not needed.

What is the maximum noise level?

The noise level averages 55 dBA, which is comparable to normal conversation. At higher speeds, it may be slightly louder.

How do I replace the LED lights?

The LED modules are integrated. To replace, turn off power, remove the light cover, and unplug the faulty module. Replace with a compatible Summit LED unit (2W). Contact customer support for parts.

Can I use the hood without a duct?

Yes, install charcoal filters to recirculate air. The hood will filter smoke and odors and release cleaned air back into the kitchen.

Why is my range hood not working?

Check if the power cord is plugged in and the circuit breaker is on. Ensure filters are properly installed. If the hood still doesn't work, consult the troubleshooting section in the manual or contact support.

How do I clean the exterior?

Wipe the stainless steel surface with a soft cloth and mild detergent. Avoid abrasive cleaners. Dry with a clean cloth to prevent water spots.

Is the RHW20 suitable for a gas stove?

Yes, it is designed for both gas and electric cooktops. Make sure the hood is installed at the recommended height above the cooking surface (24-30 inches for gas).

Where can I find replacement filters?

Replacement filters (grease and charcoal) are available through Summit's official website or authorized dealers. Use only genuine Summit filters for best performance.

USER MANUAL RHW20 Summit

Warning: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT USE THIS FAN WITH ANY SOLID-STATE SPEED CONTROL.

Warning: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRICAL 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 the unit, switch power to "OFF" at the service panel and lock the service, disconnecting means to prevent power from being switched on accidentally. When service-disconnecting means cannot be locked, securely fasten a prominent warning device, such as a tag to service panel.

Caution: For general ventilation only. Do not use to exhaust hazardous or explosive material or vapors.

Warning: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE:

A. Never leave surface units unattended at high settings. Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillover that may ignite. Heat oils slowly on low / medium settings.
B. Always turn ON when cooking at high heat or when flambeing foods (i.e. Crepes Suzette, Cherries Jubilee, Peppercorn Beef Flambe').
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.

Warning: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO PERSON IN THE EVENT OF A RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:

A. SMOTHER FLAME with a close fitting lid, cookie sheet or metal tray, then turn burner off. 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 GET BURNED!
C. DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dish clothes and towels; a violent steam explosion will result.
D. Use extinguisher, ONLY if:
1. You know you have a class ABC extinguisher, and you 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, ELECTRICAL SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSON, 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 codes and standards.
B. 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 guideline and safety standards, such as those published by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), and the American Society for Heating, Refrigeration, and Air Condition Engineers (ASHRAE) and the local code authorities.
C. When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage electrical wiring and other hidden utilities.
D. Ducted fans must always be vented to the outdoors.

Warning: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, USE METAL DUCTWORK ONLY!

Caution: To avoid fire, electrical shock, or injury, turn off circuit breaker to power supply before servicing. Switches are the rocker style switches. The light switch is an "ON", "OFF" switch. The motor switch, also a rocker style, is a 2-speed switch with a "LOW SPEED" to the left and "HIGH SPEED" to the right. The aluminum filter should be removed frequently and washed in hot detergent water. Rinse in clear, warm water and shake off excess moisture before replacing. The charcoal filter should not be washed, but may be wiped off periodically with a damp cloth. This filter should be replaced every six months! In cleaning, never use scouring powder or steel wool pads, as this will mar the finish. Remove filter and motor assembly for frequent cleaning. Clean entire hood and filter with hot water and mild household detergent. Exercise care when using cleaning agents or detergents due to possible deterioration of electrical components of the fan. All repair work should be done by qualified personnel. Should replacement parts be required refer to the hood model number and appropriate part number in all correspondence. Range hoods are either ducted or ductless. Ducted hoods, with aluminum filter come with either a round, rectangular, or EZV models (1200, 1600, 500 EZV, 1600 EZV). Ductless hoods with charcoal filters are re-circulating models (500 EZV, 1600 EZV, or 1700). Ducted hoods require outside venting. When venting to the outside, make sure the duct run is as short as possible. Try to avoid the use of elbows in the duct run. Use duct tape on all joints! Do not use a duct smaller than discharge on the hood. Discharged air must be directed to the building's exterior.

CAUTION – To reduce the risk of fire and to properly exhaust air, be sure to duct air outside – Do not vent exhaust air into spaces with in walls or ceilings or into attics, crawl spaces, or garages.

CAUTION – To reduce the risk of fire and electric shock, install this range hood only with Integral Blowers manufactured by UMI for the model you have.

Caution: Turn off electrical power first!

1. Your Air-O Hood has been tested and packaged ready-to-use, requiring no further assembly, only installation.
2. After removing hood from carton, slide out aluminum mesh grease filter.
3. Unscrew and remove the electrical outlet box cover located at the side of the motor compartment.
4. Position hood against cabinet bottom with back against wall. Mark 4 hole locations, then lay hood aside. Drive #10 screws halfway into these locations and remove. If necessary to use furring strips to provide a solid base for mounting. The bottom of the range hood should be installed a minimum of 30" above cooking surface.
5. For venting Air-O-Hoods, mark the duct hole location on bottom of cabinet or vertical wall and cutout. For round duct models, install damper in duct collar with butterfly louvers opening upward. For rectangular 3 1/4" x 10" duct models, reinstall the damper assembly. On back mounted dampers the hinge pivot should be at the top; on top mounted, the hinge should be in the back.
6. Bring 120 volt power cable through wall or cabinet. Install an approved 7/8" power supply connector (not furnished).
7. Position hood on 4 screw holes at bottom of cabinet. Bring power cable through connector, and on vented models seal ductwork over duct collar. Align hood with cabinet and tighten screws.
8. Connect the black wire from the power supply cable to the black wire in the electrical outlet box. Repeat procedure with the white wires using wire nuts or any other suitable insulated connector. Ground the unit according to local code. Replace the electrical outlet box cover.
9. On vented models, secure ductwork to collar with sheet metal screws or furnace tape. Be sure the damper shutter moves freely.
10. Install maximum 60-watt light bulb.
11. Replace filter or filters. Turn on electrical power and your hood is now ready to use.

Below are four types of ventilation options available with the 1600 series range hoods.

White plastic electronic device with a multi-blade fan or propeller, no visible text or symbols

7" Round, Vertical Discharge

Knock-out both top openings. Mount the duct work to the 7" round discharge recessed into the top of the hood. Be cautious not to block the fan or damper blades with screws. Remove the charcoal filter pad, baffle plate, and 3"x10" damper and discard. An optional 7" round damper is available (part number 5AH-35-707).

Exterior view of a white plastic enclosure with internal compartments and mounting holes (no text or symbols visible)

3 1/4" x 10", Vertical Discharge (from top of hood)

Knock-out top 3"x10" duct opening near the back. Attach 3"x10" damper plate on the top of the hood with damper blade opening to a vertical position. Remove charcoal filter pad and discard. For best results, seal all seams with duct tape.

3D rendering of a rectangular electronic device with a black panel and metallic casing (no text or symbols visible)

3 1/4" x 10", Horizontal Discharge (from rear of hood)

Knock-out rear 3"x10" duct opening. Attach 3"x10" damper plate on the back of the hood with damper blade opening to horizontal position. Remove charcoal filter pad and discard. For best results, seal all seams with duct tape.

Exterior view of a beige rectangular electronic device casing with internal compartments and mounting holes (no text or symbols visible)

Re-circulating (non-vented / ductless)

The range hood is shipped in this configuration. No modifications are required.

Remove Phillips head screw holding in the baffle plate and discard both.

Remove Phillips head screw holding 3"x10" damper plate and discard both. For best results, seal all seams with duct tape.

ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

Within the 48 contiguous United States, for one year from the date of purchase, when this appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, warrantor will pay for factory-specified parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a designated service company. Outside the 48 states, all parts are warranted for one year from manufacturing defects. Plastic parts, shelves and cabinets are warranted to be manufactured to commercially acceptable standards, and are not covered from damage during handling or breakage.

ITEMS WARRANTOR WILL NOT PAY FOR:

• Service calls to correct the installation of your appliance, to instruct you how to use your appliance, to replace or repair fuses or to correct wiring or plumbing.
• Service calls to repair or replace appliance light bulbs or broken glass shelves. Consumable parts (such as filters) are excluded from warranty coverage.
• Damage resulting from accident, alteration, misuse, abuse, fire, flood, acts of God, improper installation, installation not in accordance with electrical or plumbing codes, or use of products not approved by warrantor.
• Replacement parts or repair labor costs for units operated outside the United States.
  • Repairs to parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to the appliance.
• The removal and reinstallation of your appliance if it is installed in an inaccessible location or is not installed in accordance with published installation instructions.

DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES; LIMITATION OF REMEDIES

CUSTOMER'S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR AS PROVIDED HEREIN. IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR. WARRANTOR SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR LIMITATIONS ON THE DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS, SO THESE EXCLUSIONS OR LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS, WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Nickel (Metallic) which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

Note: Nickel is a component in all stainless steel and some other metallic compositions.

Call customer service toll free in the U.S.A. @ 1-800-932-4267, Monday to Friday 9:00 am. - 5:00 p.m. (ET).

Order parts online at www.summitappliance.com/support

Felix Storch, Inc. 770 Garrison Avenue Bronx, NY 10474

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