Air King ESDQ ADA Operating Manual
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS -
OPERATING MANUAL
ESDQ ADA 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 range hood.
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
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 keyhole slots of the range hood.
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:
2 - Aluminum Grease Filters
1 - 3-1/4"x 10" Damper
3 - Damper Mounting Screws
4 - #8 Mounting Screws
1 - GU24 Base, 26W Fluorescent Lamp
1 - Dual rocker remote mount switch assembly
1 - Instruction/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. Lay the hood flat on a table so the underside is facing you. Use a piece of cardboard
to avoid damaging the table or the hood.
3. Remove the following items from the hood and place in a safe place until needed
(Figure 1):
Grease filters: Pull on tabs to remove.
Bottom cover: Remove the 4 screws holding it in place.
Lamp cover: Squeeze in the sides. The cover is held in place by tension against the
tabs on the hood.
Wire compartment cover: Remove the screw holding it in place.
Blower: Using a 3/8" nut driver or ratchet, remove the 4 nuts holding the blower in place.
SECTION 3
Prepare the Hood for Installation
1. Choose the type of ducting you will require. This model is equipped to vent either
Vertically or Horizontally through a 3-1/4" x 10" duct. It can be modified to be
ductless (re-circulates the air back into the kitchen) with the addition of 2 models
CF-01 Charcoal Filters (not included) (Figure 3).
Vertical
Ductless
Horizontal
Figure 3
2a. Horizontal or Vertical - Remove the apprpriate square knockout by inserting a
screw driver under the edge and break the tabs holding it in place. Peel back with
pliers (Figure 4).
Vertical DuctlessHorizontal
Lamp Cover
Motor
Grease
Filter Tab
Bottom
Cover
Figure 1
Wire
Compartment
Cover
SECTION 2
Prepare the location for Hood Support
1. If the hood will be installed under cabinets that have a recessed bottom, it will be
necessary to install wood mounting strips (not included) so the hood will mount
properly (Figure 2).
Figure 4
2b. Ductless - Lift up and remove the hood’s vent insert located behind the grill, exposing
the front air slots. Do not use a screwdriver or any other object that could scratch the
hood (Figure 4).
3. Determine where the electrical service will enter the hood and remove the appropriate
electrical knockout by inserting a screw driver into the slot and rocking back and forth
until the knockout comes loose (Figure 4).
4. Once the knockouts have been removed, either hold the hood up to the installation
location and mark the locations of the ducting, electrical, and mounting holes or
mark the locations by measurement.
5. Cut appropriate holes for ducting connection and electrical connection in the
wall/cabinet.
6. For 3-1/4" x 10" vertical or horizontal ducting, install the damper assembly to the hood
by sliding the tabbed section of the damper under the hood body and securing with
the two provided screws (Figure 5).
Damper
Hood
Body
Tab
Wood Strip
Figure 5
7. Install an approved wire connectors to the electrical knockouts of the hood
and guide the electrical cables through the hood, allowing at least 6" of wire for
connections and tighten.
Figure 2
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SECTION 4
Blower Installation for Ducted
Range Hoods
Horizontal
NOTE: When reinstalling the blower,
ensure that the blower is facing the same
way as how you have chosen to duct it.
1. With the opening of the blower facing
the direction you have chosen to duct
the hood, place the blower mounting
brackets (brackets on either side of the
blower) over the blower mounting studs
on the interior of the hood (Figure 6).
NOTE: Makes sure to support the blower
in position by hand until it is firmly secured
to the hood.
2. Using the 4 nuts removed earlier,
secure the blower in place. Start the
nuts by hand first, then tighten with a
3/8" nut driver or ratchet until they are
fully seated (Figure 6).
NOTE: FOR DUCTLESS INSTALLATIONS
ONLY, if you did not already do so in the
earlier steps, remove the vent insert from
behind the grill on the outside of the hood
(Figure 4).
3. Plug the blower into the appropriate
connector on the side of the wire
compartment. It will only fit one way
(Figure 7).
Studs
Ductless
Studs
Studs
Vertical
Figure 6
Connector
Figure 7
SECTION 5
Installing the Range Hood
CAUTION: MAKE SURE POWER IS SWITCHED OFF AT SERVICE PANEL
BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION.
NOTE: If installing into existing construction and you will not have access to the
ductwork once the hood is in place, make ducting connections at this point. Refer
to the Ducting Section for instructions.
1. Install the 4 mounting screws at the previously marked locations. Leave
approximately 1/8" clearance. Slide the hood in place through the keyhole
slots and align the front of the hood so that it is flush with the front of the
cabinets. Tighten all screws securely (Figure 8).
1/8"
Keyhole
Figure 8
SECTION 6
Wiring
CAUTION: ALL ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS MUST BE MADE IN ACCORDANCE
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. For proper wiring, it is necessary to have the house supply power run to the range
hood location.
2. As this is a remote mounted switch, the installer will need to provide & mount
a 3-gang electrical box at the desired switch location. The box must meet the
ergonomic requirements outlined by the American Disabilities Act.
3. It will be necessary to run additional cabling between the range hood & switch
control box (not included). It is recommended that a 3-conductor cable (black,
white, red, plus ground) and a 2-conductor cable (black, white, plus ground) be
installed between the range hood & switch box prior to installation of the hood.
Label the 3-conductor cable "Cable A" and the 2-conductor cable "Cable B" to help
simplify the connections.
4. Connections at the range hood (Figure 9):
Connect the house supply ground wire (green or bare) to the stranded green
grounding wire of the hood and to the ground wires of Cables A and B.
Connect the house supply neutral wire (white) to both stranded white wires in the
range hood wire box.
Connect one of the black stranded wires of the range hood fuse holder to the
house supply hot (black) wire.
Connect the other black wire from the range hood fuse holder to the black wire of
Cable A.
Connect the white wire of Cable A to the stranded black wire of the range hood
(this black wire leads to a rectangular six pin connector mounted in the side of the
wire box).
Connect the red wire of Cable A to the stranded red wire of the range hood (this red
wire leads to a rectangular six pin connector mounted in the side of the wire box).
Connect the black wire of Cable B to the stranded blue wire of the range hood.
Connect the white wire of Cable B to the stranded red wire of the range hood (this
red wire leads to a flat 4-pin connector in the wire box).
Use approved methods for all connections.
5. Connections at the switch box (Figure 9):
Connect the black wire of Cable A to the center black wire of BOTH rocker switches.
Connect the white wire of Cable A to the yellow wire of the motor switch.
Connect the red wire of Cable A to the red wire of the motor switch.
Connect the black wire of Cable B to the yellow wire of the light switch.
Connect the white wire of Cable B to the red wire of the light switch.
Use approved methods for all connections.
6. After all connections have been made, install the wire compartment cover and tighten
screw. Make sure all wiring is securely contained within the wire compartment.
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White
Fan
Switch
Red
Black
Green or Bare
Green pigtail (w/eyelet)
screwed to metal body
White
Cable A
Black
White
Red
Green or Bare
Cable B
Green or Bare
White
Black
120V Supply
at Range Hood
Fuse
1.5 AMP
Blue
White
Red
3 mf
250 Volt
Night
Light
Black
Lamp
White
White
Light
Switch
Red
Black
Figure 9
SECTION 7
Ducting
CAUTION: ALL DUCTING MUST COMPLY WITH LOCAL AND NATIONAL
BUILDING CODES.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, USE ONLY METAL DUCTWORK.
1. Connect the ducting to the hood’s duct collar and damper. Secure in place using
tape to seal all joints (Figure 10).
Figure 10
CAUTION: ALWAYS DUCT THE FAN TO THE OUTSIDE THROUGH A WALL
OR ROOF CAP.
3. Install the included 26 watt fluorescent lamp into the lamp holder by lining up
the pins on the lamp base to the socket of the lamp holder and gently turning
clockwise until the lamp snaps into place and is firmly seated in the lamp holder.
Install a 4 watt maximum type C7 (candelabra base) night light (not included) into
the side lamp holder and reinstall the lamp cover by squeezing the cover’s sides
and fitting them into the slots on the hood.
4. Set both rocker switches to "OFF" position & 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 9
Controls
Your Range Hood is controlled by two remote rocker switches with one controlling the lighting
and the other controlling the exhaust fan. Each rocker switch has three positions, left, center,
and right. For the fan switch, the left position (I) is low speed, while the right position (II) is high
speed. The left position of the light switch (°) illuminates the Night Light only, while the right
position (•) illuminates the Main Light only. The center of both switches is the "OFF" position."
SECTION 10
Black w/Red band
Maintenance
CAUTION: MAKE SURE POWER IS SWITCHED OFF AT SERVICE PANEL
BEFORE SERVICING THE UNIT.
Filters
1. Grease Filter - 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. Reverse the instructions in the
“Finishing the Installation” section of the instructions to remove filters. If the grease
filters become damaged, replace with Air King Model GF-01 Grease Filters.
2. 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 CF-01 Odor Filters.
Changing the Lamp
1. Remove the lamp cover by squeezing in the sides. The cover is held in place by
tension against the tabs on the hood.
Fluorescent Lamp: Remove lamp by gently twisting counterclockwise to release
the lamp from the base. Installation is the reverse of removal. Replace with Air King
model 26SBL or a compatible 26W GU24 lamp.
Night Light: Unscrew night light bulb from socket and replace with a 4 watt maximum
type C7 (candelabra base) night light bulb.
Fuse
1. To replace the fuse, turn the fuse cap located next to the wire connector counter
clockwise and pull out. Replace with only a 125-Volt fuse, 1-1/2 Amp Max. Reinstall
the fuse back into the hood (Figure 7).
Cleaning
SECTION 8
Finishing the Installation
1. Reinstall the bottom cover removed in Section 1 using the 4 screws to secure it in place.
2. Reinstall the filters by fitting them into the channel on either side of the hood and
pushing upwards on them until they are secured in place (Figure 11).
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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.
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