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USER MANUAL AV1364 Air King

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When using electrical appliances, basic precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to person, including the following:

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AND INJURY TO PERSON, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:1. Read all instructions before installing or using range hood.2. Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer. Ifyou have questions, contact the manufacturer.3. Before servicing or cleaning the unit, switch power off at servicepanel and lock the service disconnecting means to prevent powerfrom being switched on accidentally. When the servicedisconnecting means cannot be locked, securely fasten a prominentwarning device, such as a tag, to the service panel.4. Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by qualifiedperson(s) in accordance with all applicable codes and standards,including fire-related construction.5. Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion and exhausting ofgases through the flue (chimney) of fuel burning equipment toprevent back drafting. Follow the heating equipment manufacturer’sguideline and safety standards such as those published by theNational Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the AmericanSociety for Heating, Refrigeration, and Air Conditioning Engineers(ASHRAE), and the local code authorities. CAUTION: FOR GENERAL VENTILATING USE ONLY. DO NOT USE TO EXHAUST HAZARDOUS OR EXPLOSIVE MATERIALS AND VAPORS.6. When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage electricalwiring and other hidden utilities. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE AND TO PROPERLY EXHAUST AIR, BE SURE TO DUCT AIR OUTSIDE - DO NOT VENTEXHAUST AIR INTO SPACES WITHIN WALLS OR CEILINGS OR INTOATTICS, CRAWL SPACES, OR GARAGES.7. This unit must be grounded.8. To avoid motor bearing damage and noisy and/or unbalancedimpellers, keep drywall spray, construction dust, etc. off power unit. AV Series www.airkinglimited.com6728002 Rev. C 2-05 Range Hood

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a) Never leave surface units unattended at high settings. Boiloverscause smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite. Heat oilsslowly on low or medium settings.b) Always turn hood ON when cooking at high heat or whenflambéing food (ie. Crepes Suzette, Cherries Jubilee, PeppercornBeef Flambé).c) Clean ventilating fans frequently. Grease should not be allowedto accumulate on fan filter.d) Use proper pan size. Always use cookware appropriate for thesize of the surface element.

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THE EVENT OF A RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:a) SMOTHER FLAMES with a close-fitting lid, cookie sheet, ormetal tray, then turn off burner. BE CAREFUL TO PREVENTBURNS. If the flames do not go out immediately, EVACUATEAND 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 - aviolent steam explosion will result.d) Use an extinguisher ONLY if:I. You know you have a Class ABC extinguisher, and you alreadyknow how to operate it.II. The fire is small and contained in the area where it started.III. The fire department is being called.IV. You can fight the fire with your back to an exit.

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DUCTWORK. IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS - OPERATING MANUAL 1Tabs Screw Figure 1 www.airkinglimited.com6728002 Rev. C 2-05 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1. Unpack hood from the carton and confirm that all pieces are present.In addition to the range hood you should have:1 - Aluminum Grease Filter1 - 3-1/4"x 10" Damper3 - Damper Mounting Screws4 - #8 Mounting Screws1 - Instruction/Safety Sheet2. Lay the hood flat on a table so the underside is facing you. Use apiece of cardboard to avoid damaging the table or the hood.3. Remove wire compartment cover screw and then lamp cover bysqueezing the two tabs together (Figure 1).4. Install a 60 watt maximum type A19 bulb and reinstall the lamp cover.Prepare the location for Hood Support1. If the hood will be installed under cabinets that have a recessedbottom, it will be necessary to install wood mounting strips (notincluded) so the hood will mount properly (Figure 2).2. The thickness of the strips should be the same as the recess of thecabinet and they should be approximately 2" wide.3. Install the strips using appropriate length wood screws (not included).Make sure the strips line up to the keyhole slots of the range hood.Prepare the Hood for Installation1. Choose the type of ducting you will require. This model is equippedto vent either Vertically or Horizontally through a 3-1/4" x 10" duct.It can be modified to be ductless (re-circulates the air back intothe kitchen) with the addition of a model RF34 Charcoal Filter (notincluded) or vented through a 7" round duct with the addition of amodel E-22a or RDC7 Duct Collar (not included) (Figure 3).2a. Horizontal or Vertical - Remove the square knockout by insertinga screw driver under the edge and break the tabs holding it in place.Peel back with pliers (Figure 4). 2b. Ductless - Remove the hood’s front louver cover, exposing the front air slots. To remove louver slide to one side and lift the trailing edge.Do not use a screwdriver or any other object that could scratchthe hood (Figure 4).2c. 7" Round - Remove the round knockout located on the top of thehood by inserting a screw driver under the edge and break the tabsholding it in place. Peel back with pliers (Figure 4).3. Determine where the electrical service will enter the hood andremove the appropriate electrical knockout by inserting a screwdriver into the slot and rocking back and forth until the knockoutcomes loose (Figure 4). CAUTION: MAKE SURE POWER IS SWITCHED OFF AT SERVICE PANEL BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION.Installing the Range Hood1. Once the proper knockout(s) have been removed, either hold the hoodup to the installation location and mark the locations of the ducting,electrical, and mounting holes or mark the locations by measurement.2. Cut appropriate holes for ducting connection and electricalconnection in the wall/cabinet.3. For 3-1/4" x 10" vertical or horizontal ducting, install the damperassembly to the hood by sliding the tabbed section of the damperunder the hood body and securing with the two provided screws.For 7" round ducting, secure either a model E-22A or RCD7 Duct Collar (not included) to the hood with the three provided screws (Figure 5). Horizontal Vertical Ductless Horizontal Vertical Ductless Wood Strip Figure 2 Figure 3 Figure 4 24. Install an approved wire connector to the electrical knockout ofthe hood and guide the electrical cable through the hood, allowingat least 6" of wire for connections and tighten.NOTE: If installing into existing construction and you will not haveaccess to the ductwork once the hood is in place, make ductingconnections at this point. Refer to the Ducting Section for instructions.5. Install the 4 mounting screw at the previously marked locations.Leave approximately 1/8" clearance. Slide the hood in place throughthe keyhole slots and align the front of the hood so that it is flush with the front of the cabinets. Tighten all screws securely (Figure 6). Wiring CAUTION: ALL ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS MUST BE MADEIN ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL CODES, ORDINANCES, OR NATIONALELECTRICAL CODE. IF YOU ARE UNFAMILIAR WITH METHODS OFINSTALLING ELECTRICAL WIRING, SECURE THE SERVICES OF AQUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.1. Connect the 2 loose White wires from the range hood to the Whitewire from the supply, and the loose Black wire from the range hoodto the Black wire of the supply. Connect the ground wire (green orbare) from the supply to the green ground screw of the hood. Useapproved methods for all connections (Figure 7).NOTE: DO NOT disconnect any wiring that has already been crimpedwith a wire connector from the factory.www.airkinglimited.com6728002 Rev. C 2-05 Ground Hot (Black) White from Motor White from Lamp 2. Replace the wire compartment cover and tighten screw. Make sureall wiring is securely contained within the wire compartment. Ducting CAUTION: ALL DUCTING MUST COMPLY WITH LOCAL ANDNATIONAL BUILDING CODES.

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DUCTWORK.1. Connect the ducting to the hood’s duct collar and damper. Securein place using tape to seal all joints (Figure 8). CAUTION: ALWAYS DUCT THE FAN TO THE OUTSIDE THROUGH A WALL OR ROOF CAP.Finishing the Installation1. Install the appropriate filters, sliding the back side of the filter intothe tab and pressing the front of the filter into place (Figure 9). 1/8" Keyhole Figure 6 Figure 7 Figure 8

Hood Body Figure 9Troubleshooting Guide Trouble Probable Cause Suggested Remedy 1. Hood does not operate when the switch is on. 1a. A fuse may be blown or a circuit tripped. 1a. Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. 1b. Wiring is not connected properly. 1b. Turn off power to unit. Check that all wires are connected 2. Hood is operating, but air moves slower than normal. 2. Obstruction in the exhaust ducting. 2. Check for any obstructions in the ducting including filter. 3. Hood is making a rattling noise. 3a. Motor is loose. 3a. Turn off power to unit. Remove filter, check that all screws are fully tightened. 3b. Duct connection is loose. 3b. Turn off power to unit. Check that duct connection is tight. 6728002 Rev. C 2-05 www.airkinglimited.com LIMITED WARRANTY All products manufactured by Air King Limited are warranted for one year from the date of purchase against defects in workmanship and/or material. In addition, all ventilating/exhaust fans, heaters, combination fan lights and/or heaters, and range hoods are guaranteed for five years from the date of purchase against defects in workmanship and/or material. This warranty does not cover any labor or shipping costs or the cost of replacement components as part of routine maintenance such as: range hood grease filters, charcoal filters or combination charcoal/grease filters; replacement light bulbs in range hoods or bathroom fan/light/bulb heater combinations. As well, any damage or failure caused by abuse, misuse, abnormal usage, faulty installation, or improper maintenance will not be covered by this warranty. In order to make a claim on this warranty, you must be the original consumer of the product. You will be required to present to Air King the original bill of sale showing: date of purchase, place of purchase and model purchased. Failure to meet these requirements will void your warranty. Air King will not be held responsible for any bodily injury or damages to personal property or real estate whether caused directly or indirectly by the product. Some states and provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages and some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so these exclusions or limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state and province to province.

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Please call: 1-800-465-7300, MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY, BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 8 AM AND 4:00 PM EST. PLEASE DO NOT RETURN PRODUCT TO PLACE OF PURCHASE. Reference the type and style of product (located on label inside of the product) when you call. For more information please visit our website: wwwairkinglimited.com

2. Turn switches to the “OFF” position and restore power. Test that

the light and the fan are operating properly.

3. 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. Operation Controls Your Range Hood is equipped with two rocker style switches with one controlling the lighting and the other controlling the exhaust fan. The light switch has two positions, ON ( ) and OFF ( ). The fan is a three position switch, HIGH ( ), LOW ( ), and OFF. OFF is the middle position of the switch. Maintenance CAUTION: MAKE SURE POWER IS SWITCHED OFF AT SERVICE PANEL BEFORE SERVICING THE UNIT. Filters

Grease Filter - Included with your range hood is an aluminum grease filter that should be washed in hot water with detergent once a month. Reverse the instructions in the “Finishing the Installation” section of the instructions to remove filter. If the grease filter becomes damaged, replace with Air King Model RF35 Grease Filter.

2. Charcoal Odor Filter - If you have installed an optional charcoal

odor filter or a combination grease/charcoal filter, 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 RF34 Odor Filter or Model RF55 Combination Odor/Grease Filter. Cleaning CAUTION: DO NOT USE GASOLINE, BENZINE, THINNER, HARSH CLEANSERS, ETC., AS THEY MAY DAMAGE THE RANGE HOOD.

1. 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.

2. 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.

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