APE1 SERIES
PROFESSIONAL STYLE RANGE HOOD
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READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR DOMESTIC COOKING ONLY
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR IN- JURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
1.Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufac- turer. If you have questions, contact the manufacturer at the address or telephone number listed in the warranty.
2.Before servicing or cleaning unit, switch power off at service panel. Lock or tag service panel to prevent power from being switched on accidentally.
3.Installation work and electrical wiring (including switch loca- tion) must be done by a qualified person(s) in accordance with all applicable codes and standards, including
4.Provide sufficient air for proper combustion and exhausting of gases through the flue (chimney) of fuel burning equipment to prevent backdrafting. Follow the combustion equipment standards such as those published by the National Fire Pro- tection Association (NFPA), the American Society for Heat- ing, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), and local codes.
5.This product may have sharp edges. Be careful to avoid cuts and abrasions during installation and cleaning.
6.When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage electrical wiring and other hidden utilities.
7.Ducted fans must always be vented to the outdoors.
8.Use only metal ductwork.
9.As an alternative, this product may be installed with the UL- approved cord kit designated for the product, following in- structions packed with the cord kit.
10.This unit must be grounded.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE:1.Never leave surface units unattended at high settings. Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may ig- nite. Heat oils slowly on low or medium settings.
2.Always turn hood ON when cooking at high heat or when flambeing food (i.e. Crepes Suzette, Cherries Jubilee, Pep- percorn Beef Flambe).
3.Clean ventilating fans frequently. Grease should not be al- lowed to accumulate on fan or filter.
4.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 FIRE, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:*
1.SMOTHER FLAMES with a
EVACUATE AND CALL THE FIRE DEPARTMENT.
2.NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN — You may be burned or spread the fire.
3.DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dishcloths or towels - violent steam explosion will result.
4.Use an extinguisher ONLY if:
A.You know you have a Class ABC extinguisher and you already know 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.
CAUTION
1.For indoor use only.
2.For general ventilating use only. Do not use to exhaust haz- ardous or explosive materials and vapors.
3.For best capture of cooking impurities, range hood should be mounted so that the bottom of the hood is
4.Read specification label on product for information and re- quirements.
NOTE These instructions are for ducted installations only.If hood is to be installed
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