Air King VAL36AB, VAL30AB manual Troubleshooting Guide, Filter

5.Raise top chimney in place over horizontal mounting bracket and secure in place with the two included #6 x 3/8" screws (Figure 8).

SECTION 6

Finishing the Installation

1.Install the appropriate filters.

Charcoal Filters: If the range hood will be run ductless, remove and discard the grease filters that were included with the unit and install model BCCF-02 charcoal filters instead.

Grease Filters: If the range hood will be vented to the exterior of the home, install the grease filters supplied with the hood by sliding tab at rear of filter into slot in hood. While holding in handle of filter, lift filter into palce and release handle. the filter should snap securely into place (Figure 9).

Figure 9 Filter

2.Install two MR16, GU10 Base 50W maximum Halogen lamps by inserting lamp into socket and turning clockwise slightly until firmly seated. DO NOT over tighten.

3.Remove any protective plastic adhered to the range hood.

4.Turn switches to the OFF ( • ) position and restore power. Test that the light and the fan are operating properly.

5.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.

SECTION 8

Maintenance

CAUTION: MAKE SURE POWER IS SWITCHED OFF AT SERVICE PANEL BEFORE SERVICING THE UNIT.

Grease Filters

Included with your range hood are aluminum grease filters that should be washed at least once a month. The filters are dishwasher safe and should be washed in a mild soap or detergent. Refer to Step 3 of Section 1 Preparing the Range Hood, to remove filters. If the grease filters become damaged, replace with Air King Model BCGF-01 Grease Filter.

Charcoal Odor Filter

If you have installed the optional charcoal odor filters, 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 BCCF-02 Odor Filters.

Changing the Lamp

Remove the lamp by turning slightly counter-clockwise and pulling out of the socket. Replace with a MR16 GU10 Base 50W maximum Halogen lamp.

Fuse

To replace the fuse, turn the fuse cap located next to the wire connector counter clockwise and pull out. Replace with a Bussman MDA 125-Volt, 5 Amp Max. fuse (models VAL30AB and VAL36AB utilize a 3 Amp Max fuse). Reinstall the fuse back into the hood.

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.

SECTION 7

Operation

Controls

Your Range Hood is equipped with two sliding switches with one controlling the lighting and the other controlling the exhaust fan. The light control has two positions, ON ( I ) and OFF ( O ). The fan is a four position control, HIGH (III), MEDIUM (II),LOW (I), and OFF ( • ) (Figure 11).

Figure 11

Troubleshooting 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.	Filters are loose.	3a.	Turn off power to unit. Check that all filter are securely in place.
		3b.	Duct connection is loose.	3b.	Turn off power to unit. Check that duct connection is tight.

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