KitchenAid W10268948C Range Hood Use, Complete Installation, Control Panel, Operating the Light

For non-vented (recirculating) installations only

4.Snap vent grids into openings in lower chimney.

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Complete Installation

1.Replace grease filters. See the “Range Hood Care” section.

2.Check the operation of the range hood fan and light. See “Range Hood Use” section.

If range hood does not operate, check to see whether a circuit breaker has tripped or a household fuse has blown. Disconnect power and check wiring connections.

NOTE: To get the most efficient use from your new range hood, read the “Range Hood Use” section.

A. 2 mounting screws

B. Vent grids (for non-vented installations)

RANGE HOOD USE

The range hood is designed to remove smoke, cooking vapors and odors from the cooktop area. For best results, start the hood before cooking and allow it to operate several minutes after the cooking is complete to clear all smoke and odors from the kitchen.

Control Panel

The range hood controls are located on the right-hand front surface of the range hood.

A	B	C	D	E	F	G
A. Fan motor on/off				E. 10 minute timed boost
B. Decrease fan motor speed				F. Light
C. Increase fan motor speed				G. Night light
D. Electronic display

Operating the Light

1.Press the light button (F) to turn on the light.

2.Press the light button (F) to turn off the light.

Operating the Fan and Adjusting Fan Speed

The fan has 4 speeds: 1 (low), 2 (medium), 3 (medium-high), and 4 (high).

1.Press the On/Off button (A) to turn the fan on. The speed setting will appear in the display.

2.Press the “plus” (+) or “minus” (-) buttons to increase or decrease the fan speed.

3.Press the On/Off button (A) to turn off the fan.

10-Minute Boost Function

Press the “H” button to start the 10-minute boost function. The fan motor will run on its highest speed (4) as the display counts down from 10 minutes. At the end of 10 minutes, the fan will return to the previously selected speed.

Reset Filter Alert

After 100 hours of use, “C” will appear in the range hood display. This “C” indicates that the filter must be cleaned. ”C” will appear only when turning off the range hood fan.

Reset Alarm Display

1.Turn off the range hood fan and light.

2.Press the “plus” (+) button for 4 seconds. The “C” will disappear from the display, and the counter will reset to “0.”

Operating the Night Light

1.Press the night light button (G) to turn on the night light.

2.Press the night light button (G) to turn off the night light.

Thermal Protector

The range hood is equipped with a thermal protector to avoid overheating conditions. If the range hood shuts off while in use, press the on/off button to turn off the range hood. Wait approximately 60 minutes, then press the on/off button to restart the range hood.

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