Air King ESVAL30, ESVAL36 Operating Manual
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS -
OPERATING MANUAL
Models: ESVAL30,
ESVAL36
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.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THIS FAN
WITH ANY SOLID-STATE SPEED CONTROL DEVICE.
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.
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.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, USE ONLY METAL DUCTWORK.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION:
STARTING INSTALLATION.
MAKE SURE POWER IS SWITCHED OFF AT SERVICE PANEL BEFORE
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 - Chimney Sections
1 - Package containing:
1 - duct collar
2 - chimney brackets
8 - #6 x 1" mounting screws with wall anchors
2 - #6 x 3/8" self threading screws (chimney upper)
30" models: 2 - Aluminum Grease Filters (shipped installed)
36" models: 3 - Aluminum Grease Filters (shipped installed)
1 - GU24 Base, 26W Fluorescent Lamp
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 back side of the hood flat on a table. Use a piece of cardboard to avoid damaging
the table or the hood.
3. Remove the lens cover on the underside of the range hood and install the included 26
watt fluorescent lamp (Figure 1).
2. With the hood hanging in place from the top screws, mark the location of the lower holes.
If installing onto drywall, remove the hood and drill holes into wall using a 3/16" drill
bit. Install wall anchors into the drilled holes (one for each hole). If installing into other
material (brick, cement, plaster, etc.) choose an appropriate fastner capable of supporting
the weight of the hood. Hang the hood over the keyhole anchors and verify that the hood is
centered, level and the bottom holes line up with the anchors. Install the provided #6 x 1"
screws into the anchors (Figure 3). Tighten all screws completely and reinstall the Grease
filters. ALL DUCTING MUST COMPLY WITH LOCAL AND NATIONAL BUILDING CODES.
Holes
Side View
Figure 3
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, USE ONLY METAL DUCTWORK.
1. Install the included duct collar to the hood with two of the provided #6 blunt tip screws
(Figure 4).
Ducting
Lamp
Figure 1
Pin
SECTION 2
Installing the Range 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.
1. Locate and mark the upper keyhole positions on the wall. If installing onto drywall, drill
holes into wall using a 3/16" drill bit. Install wall anchors into the drilled holes (one for each
hole). Install (2) provided #6 x 1" screws, leaving a 1/8" gap between the screw head and
the wall. If installing into other material (brick, cement, plaster, etc.) choose an appropriate
fastner capable of supporting the weight of the hood. Line up the keyholes in the hood with
the screws and position in place. Hang the hood over the keyhole anchors and verify that the
hood is centered, plum and level (Figure 2).
Upper Keyholes
Duct Collar
Hood
Figure 4
1. Connect the ducting to the duct collar and secure in place using tape to seal all joints
(Figure 4).
NOTE: To achieve proper air flow, 6" round ducting is required. The duct connector is 5.8" in
diameter (for 6" round ducting) and the center is located 3.1875" inches from the back wall.
CAUTION: ALWAYS DUCT THE FAN TO THE OUTSIDE THROUGH A WALL OR
ROOF CAP.
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. Remove wire compartment cover by removing the screw then sliding it outward. Choose
the most convenient electrical knockout and remove using a straight-blade screw driver.
2. Run wiring from an approved source carrying the appropriate rating. One neutral (White), one
ground (green or bare copper), and one hot (Black). Secure the electrical wires to the wire
compartment with an approved electrical connector. Make sure you leave enough wiring in
the box to make the connection to the hood.
3. 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) and the Green wire from the range hood. Use approved methods for
all connections. Reinstall the wire compartment by sliding the tabs back into the holes then
reinstalling the screw that was removed eariler. Make sure all wiring is securely contained
within the wire compartment (Figure 5).
Side View
Figure 2
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B B
Ground
Hot (Black)
Neutral (White)
Hot (Black)
Neutral (White)
From Hood
Figure 5
SECTION 5
Attaching the Chimney
(Green or Bare)
Wire
Compartment
Ground (Green or Bare)
A A
Figure 7
NOTE: If the top chimney section (included) will be installed, slide the top section inside of the
bottom section at this point.
3. Slide chimney in place so top tabs of the chimney are secured in place on the indents of the
vertical chimney bracket and the backside of the chimney fits between the hood and the wall
with the bottom tabs overlapping the back lip of the hood (Figure 8).
1. Mark the location for the vertical chimney bracket:
If using the upper chimney section: 9-3/4"
If not using upper chimney section: 15-3/4"
2. If installing onto drywall, drill holes into wall using a 3/16" drill bit. Install wall anchors into
the drilled holes (one for each hole). Secure bracket into place with (2) provided #6 x 1"
screws. If installing into other material (brick, cement, plaster, etc.) choose an appropriate
fastner capable of supporting the weight of the chimney (Figure 6).
Vertical Chimney
Bracket
9-3/4"
Side View
or
15-3/4"
Figure 6
3. Press in appropriate tabs on lower chimney section (section with vent holes). If using the
upper chimney, press in tabs in middle of the chimney (Position A), otherwise press in tabs
at top of the chimney (Position B). Press in tabs at the bottom of the chimney so there is
approximately 1/4" of clearance (Figure 7).
Details of duct collar, ducting, and electrical have been
omitted from drawing for clarity purposes.
Figure 8
4. To install the upper section, mark the location of the included horizontal mounting bracket
using the bracket as a template. Make sure the bracket is level and in line with the bottom
section. The height will be dependent on your installation requirements. Make sure the slots
in the side of the chimney will match the holes in the mounting bracket. If installing onto
drywall, drill holes into wall using a 3/16" drill bit. Install wall anchors into the drilled holes
(one for each hole). Secure bracket into place with (2) provided #6 x 1" screws. If installing
into other material (brick, cement, plaster, etc.) choose an appropriate fastner capable of
supporting the weight of the chimney (Figure 9).
Details of duct collar, ducting, and electrical have been
omitted from drawing for clarity purposes.
Mounting
Bracket
Figure 9
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5. Raise top chimney in place over horizontal mounting bracket and secure in place with
the two included #6 x 3/8" screws (Figure 9).
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 10).
Figure 10
2. Remove any protective plastic adhered to the range hood.
3. TurnswitchestotheOFF(•)positionandrestorepower.Testthatthelightandthefan
are operating properly.
4. 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.
Filter
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
positioncontrol,HIGH(III),MEDIUM(II),LOW(I),andOFF(•) (Figure 11).
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 cover on the underside of the hood. Remove lamp by gently twisting the lamp
base counterclockwise while applying outward pressure. Installation is the reverse of removal.
Replace with Air King model 26SBL or a compatible GU24 26 watt self ballasted 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, 1.5 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.
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.
Installer: Installation Date:
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