INSERT-24 - Range hood Porter & Charles - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Insert Range Hood
Model	INSERT-24
Brand	Porter & Charles
Power Supply	115V, 60Hz
Rated Input Power	97W
Motor Power	95W
Lighting Power	1 x 2W LED
Airflow	300 CFM
Duct Outlet Diameter	150mm
Installation Height (Electric/Induction)	600mm
Installation Height (Gas)	762mm
Speed Settings	3 (Low, Mid, High)
Control Type	Electronic Push Buttons
Grease Filters	Washable
Charcoal Filters	Replaceable every 6 months
Duct Material Requirement	Metal only
Dimensions (Approx. W x D x H)	610mm x 290mm x 310mm
Warranty	2 years (parts and labor)

Frequently Asked Questions - INSERT-24 Porter & Charles

What is the recommended installation height above the cooktop?

The range hood should be mounted 600mm above electric or induction cooktops and 762mm above gas cooktops for safety and optimal performance. If the gas cooktop manual specifies a greater distance, follow that.

How do I ground the range hood?

This appliance must be grounded. It comes with a cord having a grounding wire and plug. Plug into a properly grounded outlet. Do not use an extension cord. If the cord is too short, have a qualified electrician install an outlet near the appliance.

How often should I clean the grease filters?

Clean the grease filters regularly. They can be washed with mild soap, detergent, or degreasing agents. For best performance, clean them every few weeks depending on usage.

How often should charcoal filters be replaced?

Charcoal filters cannot be cleaned and should generally be replaced every 6 months of use.

What should I do if the motor does not work but the light is on?

If the light works but the motor does not, the outlet valve may be blocked. Detach the flue and duct, then turn on the hood to check if the valves open. If not, the capacitor or control switch may have failed; call for technical service.

Can I use an extension cord with this range hood?

No, do not use an extension cord. If the power supply cord is too short, have a qualified electrician install an outlet near the appliance.

What type of ductwork is required?

Use only metal ductwork to reduce the risk of fire. The exhaust air must not be discharged into a chimney used for exhausting fumes from other appliances.

How do I control the fan speed?

The electronic switch has three speed buttons: Low, Mid, and High. Press the desired button to set the motor speed. Press Stop to turn off the motor.

Is this range hood suitable for outdoor use?

No, this range hood is for home use only and is not suitable for outdoor, barbecue, or other commercial applications.

What should I do if the hood vibrates excessively?

Excessive vibration may be due to a damaged or unbalanced propeller, or incorrect installation. Check for loose screws, brackets, or connections. If the propeller is damaged, call for technical service.

USER MANUAL INSERT-24 Porter & Charles

Thank you for the purchase of this product. Please read the manual carefully before operang the appliance.

Contents

Important Safety Instrucons 2

Introducon 3

Features 3

Installaon 4-5

How to Use 6

Grounding Instrucon 7

Safety Informaon 8

Trouble Shoong 9

Electrical Diagram 10

Specicaons 11

Cleaning & Maintenance 12

Installaon Diagram 13

Warranty 14

Important Safety Instrucons

• Read and save these instrucons
  ○ Warning - To reduce the risk of re or electric shock, do not use this fan with any solid-state speed control device.

• CAUTION: For general venlang use only. Do not use to exhaust hazardous or explosive materials and vapors.
  ○ Warning - To reduce the risk of a range top grease re:

• Never leave surface units unaended at high sengs.
  Boil overs cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite. Heat oils slowly on low or medium sengs.

• Always turn hood ON when cooking at high heat or when ambéing food (i.e. Crepes Suzee, Cherries Jubilee, Peppercorn Beef Flambé)
• Clean venlang fans frequently. Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on fan or iter.
• Use proper pan size. Always use cookware appropriate for the size of the surface element.

○ Warning - To reduce the risk of injury to persons in the event of a range top grease re, observe the following:

- Smother ames with a close-ng lid, baking sheet, or metal tray, and then turn o the burner. Be careful to prevent burns. If the ames do not go out immediately, evacuate and call the re department.

- Never pick up a aming pan - you may be burned.

- Do not use water, including wet dishcloths or towels a violent steam explosion may result.

- Use an exnguisher ONLY if: A) You know you have a class ABC exnguisher, and you already know how to operate it. B) The re is small and contained in the area where it started. C) The re department is being called. D) You can ght the re with your back to an exit.

Introducon

• This appliance has been manufactured with materials and processes that respect the environment. We hope that you will connue this important consideraon in the operaon of this appliance and the disposal of the packaging materials – thank you.
• The installaon work must be undertaken by a qualified technician experienced in range hood installaon. Please connect the correct power rang (see page 10)
• The manufacturer disclaims all liability for any damage or injury caused as a result of not following instrucons for installaon contained in the following text
• The appliance is not intended for use by young children or inrm persons without supervision
  ○ Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance
• The maximum number of burners covered by a range hood should not exceed 5
• Any modicaons to the appliance, electric wire and plug is dangerous and voids the warranty

Features

○ This appliance is manufactured from top quality materials, and oers superb streamlined eects
- With high sucon power and low noise, it is designed to remove cooking fumes from your kitchen quietly and eecvely

Installaon (duct is not supplied)

1. The range hood should be mounted at a distance of 600mm from an electric or inducon cooktop, and 762mm above a gas cooktop for safety and opmum performance. If the instrucons for installaon of the gas cooktop specify a greater distance, this has to be taken into account. (see pic 1) The exhaust air must not be discharged into a chimney which is used for exhausng fumes from other appliances burning gas or other fuels

2. To install, drill 2 holes of ∅8mm on a sturdy wall and in line with the hood

3. Insert expanding screws into the holes

4. Fix drilling template on the wall (see pic 2)

5. The appliance should be embedded into the wall unit or another support. This process should be carried out by 4 screws suitable for the kind of unit following the instrucons for the drilling of the holes as shown (see pic 3)

6. Aach the duct to the one way valve, and connect it to the kitchen outlet vent (see pic 4)

Pic 1

1. Ensure that the wall the hood is to be installed on is sufficiently sturdy to carry the weight of the hood. It should be mounted level for best performance
2. Do not connect to a common vent with any other appliances such as a gas heater, water heater, washer/dryer, etc.
3. The duct should not be bent more than 120° from the one way valve outlet in the kitchen vent
4. Make sure that the electrical cord is not in contact with sharp edges of the appliance
5. Be sure that the plug is accessible aer installaon

How to Use

3 speed adjustment (see pic 6)

○ Push the Low buon, and the motor will run at the lowest speed
- Push the Mid buon, and the motor will run at medium speed
○ Push the High buon, and the motor will run at the highest speed
- Push the Light buon, and the two lighng lamps will illuminate. Push it again and the lights will turn o
- Push the Stop buon, and the motor will turn o

Electronic Switch

Stop

Low

Mid

High

Light

Pic 6

Grounding Instrucons

• 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. This appliance is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded.
• Warning - Improper grounding can result in a risk of electric shock.
• Consult a qualified electrician if the grounding instrucons are not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.
• Do not use an extension cord. If the power supply cord is too short, having a qualified electrician install an outlet near the appliance.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, USE ONLY METAL DUCTWORK.

Safety Informaon

• There must be permanent and adequate venlaon of the room when operang the range hood with appliances burning gas or other fuels
• Do not check the status of the Iters when the range hood is operang – wait at least 30 minutes aer switching o to avoid scalding
• Do not touch the LED light within 30 minutes aer appliance use
• Avoid operang a gas cooktop when there is no pan on the stove. It is a re hazard and may cause damage to the hood iters
  ○ Disconnect the electrical plug prior to any maintenance
• This appliance is not intended for use by young children unless they have been adequately supervised by a reasonable person to ensure that they can use the appliance safely
• The range hood is for home use only and is not suitable for outdoor, barbeque, and other commercial applicaons
• The range hood and its Iter should be cleaned regularly for best performance
  Before cleaning, please conrm that the power is switched o
  ○ Building regulaons concerning the discharge of exhaust air have to be fulfilled
• Don't cook with an open ame under the range hood
• For any technical issues ensure that a suitably qualified person handles any repairs or inspecons

Trouble Shoong

If any problem occurs, please detach the plug from the socket and contact Euro-Parts or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.

Problem	Cause	Soluon
Light on, but motor does not work	The outlet valve is blocked	Detach ue and duct then turn on the hood to check if the valves open
	The capacitor has failed	Call for technical service
	The control switch has broken	Call for technical service
Light does not work, motor does not work	No power supply	Plug another appliance into the socket to conrm there is power supply
	Fuse has blown	Open up the plug and replace he 13A fuse
Vibraon	The propeller is damaged or unbalanced	Call for technical service
	The hood is not installed correctly	Review the installaon instrucons and check the installaon again for loose screws, brackets or connecons
Insucient sucon eect	The distance between the hood and cooktop is too great	Check that the distance is between 600mm and 762mm
	The Iters are saturated	Clean the Iters from grease residue and replace aer cleaning

Electrical Diagrams

Insert-24, Insert-30

Insert-36

Specicaons

Insert-24

Power Supply	115V, 60Hz
Rated Input Power	97W
Lighng Power	1 x 2W
Motor Power	95W
Airow	300 CFM
Outlet Diameter	150mm

Insert-30

Power Supply	115V, 60Hz
Rated Input Power	97W
Lighng Power	1 x 2W
Motor Power	95W
Airow	300 CFM
Outlet Diameter	150mm

Insert-36

Power Supply	115V, 60Hz
Rated Input Power	99W
Lighng Power	2 x 2W
Motor Power	95W
Airow	300 CFM
Outlet Diameter	150mm

Cleaning & Maintenance

1. Clean the surface of the hood every week with mild soap or detergent. Avoid solvents, acid, alkali, scouring pads or powder that could irreparably damage the stainless steel surface
2. The grease Iters may be washed using mild soap, detergent or degreasing agents
3. The charcoal Iters cannot be cleaned and must be replaced generally aer 6 months of use

Installaon Diagram

Warranty

Porter & Charles Appliances are imported and distributed in North America by Euro-Line Appliances Inc.

For more informaon visit www.euro-line-appliances.com or contact:

EURO-LINE APPLIANCES INC.

2278 Speers Road

Oakville, ON L6L 2X8

Canada

1-800-421-6332 - Euro-Line Appliances Inc.

1-800-ELA-WEST – Euro-Line Appliances West

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All Porter & Charles Appliances are backed by a comprehensive 2-year part and labour warranty.

Informaon on service and parts available from Euro-Parts at 1-800-678-8352

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