Air King APF1836-600 Operating Manual

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS -

OPERATING MANUAL

ENERGY STAR® Advantage

Professional Series

Range Hood

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INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE!

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GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION

When using electrical appliances, basic precautions

should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire,

electric shock and injury to person, including the following:

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK

AND INJURY TO PERSON, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:

a) Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer.If you

have questions, contact the manufacturer.

b) Before servicing or cleaning the unit, switch power off at

service panel and lock the service disconnecting means to
prevent power from being switched on accidentally. When the
service disconnecting means cannot be locked, securely fasten
a prominent warning device, such as a tag, to the service panel.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK

AND INJURY TO PERSON, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:

a) Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by qualified

person(s) in accordance with all applicable codes and standards,
including fire-related construction.

b) Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion and exhausting

of gases through the flue (chimney) of fuel burning equipment to
prevent back drafting. Follow the heating equipment manufacturer’s
guideline and safety standards such as those published by the
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the American
Society for Heating, Refrigeration, and Air Conditioning Engineers
(ASHRAE), and the local code authorities.

c) When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage electrical

wiring and other hidden utilities.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE AND TO PROPERLY

EXHAUST AIR, BE SURE TO DUCT AIR OUTSIDE - DO NOT VENT
EXHAUST AIR INTO SPACES WITHIN WALLS OR CEILINGS OR INTO
ATTICS, CRAWL SPACES, OR GARAGES.

d) Ducted fans must always be vented to the outdoors.
e) This unit must be grounded.
f) To avoid motor bearing damage and noisy and/or unbalanced

impellers, keep drywall spray, construction dust, etc. off power unit.

g) Read all instructions before installing or using exhaust fan.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO

NOT USE THIS FAN WITH ANY SOLID-STATE SPEED CONTROL DEVICE.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE:

a) Never leave surface units unattended at high settings.

Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may
ignite. Heat oils slowly on low or medium settings.

b) Always turn hood ON when cooking at high heat or when

flambéing food (ie. Crepes Suzette, Cherries Jubilee,
Peppercorn Beef Flambé).

c) Clean ventilating fans frequently. Grease should not be allowed

to accumulate on fan filter.

d) 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:

a) SMOTHER FLAMES with a close-fitting lid, cookie sheet, or

metal tray, then turn off burner. BE CAREFUL TO PREVENT
BURNS. If the flames do not go out immediately, EVACUATE

AND CALL THE FIRE DEPARTMENT.
b) NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN - You may be burned.
c) DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dishcloths or towels -

a violent steam explosion will result.
d) Use an extinguisher ONLY if:
I. You know you have a Class ABC extinguisher, and you

already know how to operate it.
II. The fire is small and contained in the area where it started.
III. The fire department is being called.
IV. You can fight the fire with your back to an exit.

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

DUCTWORK.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION:

BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION.

MAKE SURE POWER IS SWITCHED OFF AT SERVICE PANEL

SECTION 1

Preparing the Range Hood

1. Unpack hood from the carton and confirm that all pieces are present. In addition to
the range hood you should have:

1 - Package containing:
3 - 2" wood screws
8 - 3/4" wood screws (36" models: 12)
4 - wall anchors (36" models: 6)
2 - Grease Filters
2 - Fluorescent Lamps
1 - Wood mounting strip
1 - Instructi on/Safety Sheet
NOTE: Some hoods may be shipped with a protective plastic adhered to the range

hood. It is recommended to leave this in place during installation to protect the hood
from scratching. Remove when the installation is complete.

2. Remove the wood mounting strip attached to the back of the hood and place in a
secure place. You will need this strip later (Figure 1).

Wood

Mounting

Strip

Screw

NOTE: When determining the height of the canopy from the cooking surface, be sure to
take into consideration items such as back splashes with shelves and other accessories
that might need more clearance under the canopy.

SECTION 3

Measuring the Installation

1. Determine where the top of the hood will be located within your installation (Figure 3).

Wood Mounting Strip

.75"

15.5"
or

7.5"
Bottom of Hood

24" - 36"

Wall Studs

Figure 3

Cook Top

Figure 1

Hood

CAUTION: MAKE SURE POWER IS SWITCHED OFF AT SERVICE PANEL

BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION.

CAUTION: WHEN CUTTING OR DRILLING INTO WALL DO NOT DAMAGE

ELECTRICAL WIRING AND OTHER HIDDEN UTILITIES.

SECTION 2

Measuring the Hood Installation

NOTE: Before installing any parts or marking locations, make sure you have decided how
your ducting will be installed. You may need to modify the wall structure as described in
Section 5 Wall Mounted Canopy Installation or Section 6 Under Cabinet Canopy Installation.

1. The measurements for the installation will be custom to your specific location and
will be dependent upon exact ceiling height, distance mounted from cooking surface,
cabinet or soffit heights, along with other factors and will need to be adjusted
accordingly. The hood must be mounted a minimum of 24" and a maximum of 36"
from the cooking surface (Figure 2).

Ceiling

Soffits or Cabinet

.75"

Wood Mounting Strip

2. Attach the wood strip that was removed in Section 1 Step 2 in place and confirm
it is level. Secure in place using the provided 2” mounting screws making sure the
screws are fastening into the wall studs (Figure 4).

Wood Mounting Strip

Screw

Wall Studs

Figure 4

CAUTION: DUE TO THE WEIGHT OF THE HOOD, ENSURE THE WOOD STRIP

IS FASTENED TO ALL AVAILABLE WALL STUDS (A MINIMUM OF 2 STUDS FOR 30"
HOODS, MORE AS THE WIDTH INCREASES) NOT INTO THE DRYWALL ALONE.

CAUTION: SUPPORT THE HOOD UNTIL IT IS FULLY INSTALLED ONTO THE

WOOD MOUNTING STRIP.

3. Rest the cavity in the back side of the hood on the wood strip and mark drilling
locations on the wall for wall anchors on the bottom rear of the hood then remove
hood and install wall anchors (Figure 5).

Hood

Optional Backsplash

24" - 36"

Wall Anchor

Hood

Figure 5

Figure 2

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SECTION 4

Installing Backsplash

1. If an optional BS Series backsplash will be utilized, this must be installed before
the hood canopy because the hood canopy will cover the backsplash mounting
screws. Refer to the instructions included with the backsplash for installation.

Wood

Mounting

Strip

Screw

SECTION 5

Wall Mounted Canopy Installation

CAUTION: ALL DUCTING MUST COMPLY WITH LOCAL AND NATIONAL

BUILDING CODES.

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

1. Determine the type of ducting you will require (Figure 6).

Horizontal

Roof Cap

Outlet

Adapter

Wall Cap

Figure 6

NOTE: A minimum of a 8” diameter outlet adapter & ducting is required to achieve the
proper air flow.

NOTE: When the duct termination is similar to that shown in Figure 6 (passing through
the wall to which the hood is mounted) the installation requires special consideration.
Depending upon where the wall studs are located, it may be necessary to cut one
or more of the wall studs and install a header and footer to transfer the load to the
adjacent studs. Additional studs may need to be framed into the opening to attach dry
wall or secure the hood. If this is your situation Air King recommends that you hire a
professional and comply with all applicable codes.

Vertical

W

all Anchor

Hood

Figure 8

4. Connect the ducting to the outlet adapter and damper. Secure in place using tape
to seal all joints (Figure 9).

Ducting

Damper

Outlet Adapter

Hood

Figure 9

SECTION 6

Under Cabinet Canopy Installation

1. If the canopy will be installed under cabinets that have a recessed bottom, it will
be necessary to install wood mounting strips (not included) so the canopy will
mount properly (Figure 10).

Wood Strip

2. Install the proper sized outlet adapter (available separately) to the hood by matching
up the four holes on the flange of the adapter to the four corresponding holes on the
hood and secure in place with the provided screws. Ensure an airtight seal around
the adapter by securing all connections with ducting tape (Figure 7).

Figure 10

Outlet Adapter

Hood

Screw

Flange

2. The thickness of the strips should be the same as the recess of the cabinet and
they should be approximately 2” wide.

3. Install the strips using appropriate length wood screws (not included). Make sure
the strips line up to the holes in the top of the canopy.

4. Mark the location where the outlet adapter (available separately) will be located
on the cabinets and cut a hole approximately 1” larger on all sides than the outlet
adapter (Figure 11).

Figure 7

NOTE: If the recommended, optional BS Series backsplash is being installed it must be
installed before the hood canopy because the hood canopy will cover the backsplash
mounting screws. Refer to the instructions included with the backsplash for complete
installation instructions.

3. Rest the cavity in the back side of the hood on the wood strip and secure hood to
wood strip with the included 3/4" screws through the holes in the back of the hood
that line up with the wood strip (use 6 screws for 30" and 36" widths and 8 screws
for larger widths) Secure the bottom of the hood by installing the screws provided
into the wall anchors (Figure 8).

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Figure 11

NOTE: If the recommended, optional BS Series backsplash is being installed, use
the template to locate and drill the appropriate holes for mounting. The back splash
must be installed before the hood canopy because the hood canopy will cover the
backsplash mounting screws. Refer to the instructions included with the backsplash
for complete installation instructions.

Hole

5. Rest the cavity in the back side of the hood on the wood strip and secure hood to
wood strip with the included 3/4" screws through the holes in the back of the hood
that line up with the wood strip (use 6 screws for 30" and 36" widths and 8 screws
for larger widths) Secure the bottom of the hood by installing the screws provided
into the wall anchors (Figure 12).

9. Connect the ducting to the outlet adapter and damper. Secure in place using tape
to seal all joints (Figure 15).

Ducting

Wood

Mounting

Strip

Screw

Wall Anchor

Hood

Figure 12

6. From inside the hood canopy, secure hood to the underside of the cabinet by using
four wood screws (not included) through the keyhole slots of the hood (Figure 12).

CAUTION: ALL DUCTING MUST COMPLY WITH LOCAL AND NATIONAL

BUILDING CODES.

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

7. Determine the type of ducting you will require (Figure 13).

Horizontal

Roof Cap

Outlet

Adapter

Outlet Adapter

Damper

Hood

Figure 15

SECTION 7

Wiring

CAUTION: ALL ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS MUST BE MADE IN ACCOR-

DANCE WITH LOCAL CODES, ORDINANCES, OR NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE. IF YOU
ARE UNFAMILIAR WITH METHODS OF INSTALLING ELECTRICAL WIRING, SECURE THE
SERVICES OF A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.

1. Remove the two wire compartment cover screws to
gain access into the wire compartment (Figure 16).
Connect the white wire from the range hood to the
white wire from the supply, and the black wire from
the range hood to the black wire of the supply.
Connect the ground wire from the home (green or
bare) to the ground wire (green) from the hood. Use
approved methods for all connections (Figure 17).

2. Replace the wire compartment cover and tighten
screws. Make sure all wiring is securely contained
within the wire compartment. If the quick connect
wire connector was removed from the receptacle,
replace. The connector will only fit one way into
the receptacle (Figure 16).

Wire Connector

Screws

Figure 16

Wall Cap

Figure 13

NOTE: A minimum of a 8” diameter outlet adapter & ducting is required to achieve the
proper air flow.

NOTE: When determining the outlet adapter to be used, make sure to consider the
clearance within the cabinet space. Typically a horizontal Outlet Adapter will need to
be used if you will be venting out to a wall cap.

NOTE: When the duct termination is similar to that shown in Figure 13 (passing through
the wall to which the hood is mounted) the installation requires special consideration.
Depending upon where the wall studs are located, it may be necessary to cut one or
more of the wall studs and install a header and footer to transfer the load to the adjacent
studs. Additional studs may need to be framed into the opening to attach dry wall or
secure the hood. If this is your situation Air King recommends that you hire a professional
and comply with all applicable codes.

8. Install the proper sized outlet adapter (available separately) to the hood by sliding
it down into the hole cut earlier and matching up the four holes on the flange of
the adapter to the four corresponding holes on the hood and secure in place with
the provided screws. Ensure an airtight seal around the adapter by securing all
connections with ducting tape (Figure 14).

Vertical

Outlet Adapter

Screw

Hood

Figure 14

Flange

Cabinet

Hot (Black)

Neutral
(White)

Supply from house

Ground (Green

or Bare)

Figure 17

SECTION 8

Installing the Blower

1. Refer to the instructions included with the blower for installation.

SECTION 9

Installing the Optional Soffits

1. Refer to the instructions included with the specific soffit(s) you have chosen for
installation.

SECTION 10

Finishing the Installation

1. Install the proper lighting for your specific unit:

Fluorescent Lamps: Use 18 watt, 4 pin quad tube. Install by removing the snap fit

lens and inserting the bulb into the socket until it is firmly seated.

Night Lights: Use 4 watt, candelabra style bulb. Install by removing the snap

fit lens and inserting bulb into socket and turning clockwise until bulb is firmly
seated. DO NOT over tighten.

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