1READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS11000 SERIESSOLID STATE CONVERTIBLECANOPY RANGE HOODINSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONSWARNINGTO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURYTO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:1. Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer. Ifyou have questions, contact the manufacturer at the address ortelephone number listed in the warranty.2. Before servicing or cleaning unit, switch power off at service paneland lock the service disconnecting means to prevent power frombeing switched on accidentally. When the service disconnectingmeans cannot be locked, securely fasten a prominent warning de-vice, such as a tag, to the service panel.3. Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by a qualifiedperson(s) in accordance with all applicable codes and standards,including fire-rated construction codes and standards.4. Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion and exhausting of gasesthrough the flue (chimney) of fuel burning equipment to preventbackdrafting. Follow the heating equipment manufacturer’s guide-line and safety standards such as those published by the NationalFire Protection Association (NFPA), and the American Society forHeating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE),and the local code authorities.5. When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage electricalwiring and other hidden utilities.6. Do not use this range hood with an additional speed control de-vice.7. Ducted fans must always be vented to the outdoors.8. To reduce the risk of fire, use only metal ductwork.9. This unit must be grounded.TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE:1. Never leave surface units unattended at high settings. Boiloverscause smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite. Heat oils slowlyon low or medium settings.2. Always turn hood ON when cooking at high heat or when cookingflaming foods.3. Clean ventilating fans frequently. Grease should not be allowed toaccumulate on fan or filter.4. Use proper pan size. Always use cookware appropriate for the sizeWARNINGof the surface element.of food being prepared.TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO PERSONS IN THE EVENTOF A RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:*1. SMOTHER FLAMES with a close-fitting lid, cookie sheet, or metaltray, then turn off the burner. BE CAREFUL TO PREVENT BURNS.If the flames do not go out immediately, EVACUATE AND CALLTHE FIRE DEPARTMENT.2. NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN - You may be burned.3. DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dishcloths or towels - a vio-lent steam explosion will result.4. Use an extinguisher ONLY if:A. You know you have a Class ABC extinguisher and you alreadyknow how to operate it.B. The fire is small and contained in the area where it started.C. The fire department is being called.D. You can fight the fire with your back to an exit.* Based on “Kitchen Fire Safety Tips” published by NFPA.CAUTION1. For general ventilating use only. Do not use to exhaust hazardousor explosive materials and vapors.2. To avoid motor bearing damage and noisy and/or unbalancedimpellers, keep drywall spray, construction dust, etc. off power unit.3. For best capture of cooking impurities, your range hood should bemounted 18-24" above the cooking surface.4. Please read specification label on product for further informationand requirements.❏ Drill, electric or ratchet drive, with 5/16” and 1/2”’ wood bit (fordrilling starter holes) and 1-1/4” wood bit (to drill an accesshole in the cabinet or kitchen wall for the electric power line).❏ One common and one phillips head screwdriver (to secure hoodmounting screws to the cabinet and hood sheet metal parts).❏ Pliers (for opening knockouts).❏ Electrical supplies for the type of wiring being installed.TOOLS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED❏ Pencil and ruler for marking locations.❏ Saber saw or keyhole saw for cutting duct opening in wall orsoffit.Ducted Installation Only:❏ Caulking, metal snips, duct tape, duct (with elbows and transi-tion, if necessary) and wall cap or roof caps, as required.